What can I do when my auto mechanic has done unauthorized work on my car & wants to double his original estimate.

I agree with the above response. An attorney letter would be appropriate here.

Can you force a dismissal with prejudice?

A dismissal without prejudice does allow you to recover any costs you have incurred in defending the lawsuit. So you have some leverage there. It...

You need to consult an attorney. Motions for Summary Judgment are complex, labor intensive, and critical to the case.

If a (in pro per) Plaintiff dismisses Plaintiff's complaint, does Defendant have grounds to serve a Memorandum of Costs? ....

Most likely yes, and they do need to file. Please carefully review CRC Rule 3.1700: a) Claiming costs (1)Trial costs A prevailing party...

Do ex parte applications served on defendants have to include the date and time of the hearing?

Please familiarize yourself with the following rule: Rule 3.1204. Contents of notice and declaration regarding notice (a) Contents of...

My company and I are being sued by a company who is suing some guys I was trying to do some business with.

Yes, I agree; you will need a lawyer ASAP.

Need help finding a template for order? This is for civil case in Santa Clara county. Motion to set aside default judgement.

This is something you can google. A proposed order simply recites what the outcome of the Motion was. If you have a conclusion statement in your...

California I filed lawsuit. Insurance company settled with me. I signed release. Now What? File a dismissal with prejudice?

The settlement and release agreement should spell out clearly the obligations of the parties. Please read it carefully to determine what your...

Potential Internet Mortgage Broker Misrepresentation Regarding Required Work History

Did you pay the appraisal fee? What out of pocket costs did you spend based on the promises made by the broker? Do you have an executed purchase...

Promise made to a friend in email to buy her a car, when I got money,

It depends. Generally speaking, for there to be a valid breach of contract claim against you, there must be a "bargained for exchange," what is...