If my atty fires me, can he collect his contingincy fee? also, i never signed a contract nor was i supplied w/ 1. can he collect

As my colleague notes, a contigency case requires a fee agreement so collecting a fee would not be possible. Your facts are a bit vague on what...

My work at home data entry job requires me to pay for invoices using their paypal account. Is it possible that it's a scam?

It is always good to be cautious. As long as none of your data is requested or given I don't see the exposure. I would, in any event, investigate...

Talking loud - misdemeanor

I know this is serious for you but "talking loud" - first, as my colleagues say, you probably should try to fight it. Second, almost every attorney...

NOT PAYING JURY FEE, ALERT THE opposing LAWYER?

As Mr. Chen observes, not filing jury fees is not a problem and the rest of his answer is very good. One part of your question about "witness...

Laid off from work, please help!!!

Unfortunately for you, in California unless you have a written agreement that provides otherwise you can be fired for no reason. The market was...

Small claims, federal court or a cease and desist letter in a case of copyright infringement and misappropriation of likeness

Given your admitted limited finances, the first step, as indicated by my colleague, is to register your copyright. The next step, given your...

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Question: I sustained injury through a hospital procedure. In making claim to the hospital, I do not wish for a specific emplo

You would be making a big error to try to handle this yourself without an attorney. Many very good medical malpractice attorneys are available on...

I am trying to collect on a personal judgment in Los Angeles

You don't ask a question, but you may contact my office in Brentwood via the Avvo profile and we can discuss.

The State Bar complaint system is not a "buddy system" where lawyers protect each other. The State Bar takes its reponsabilities very seriously and...

How long can police put a hold on me from receiving my payment from scrap yard.

In my experience all municipalities have regulations regarding holds on scrap metal yards on newly received materials. It will vary from...