I think my interpretation of the fee provision slightly varies from my colleagues' interpretation, or maybe I am just re-stating their...

How many days in advance to the case management hearing must a motion be filed and served?

The time for filing motions varies by the type of motion. Take a look at California Code of Civil Procedure section 1005 which sets many time...

Your attorney is the one who should be keeping you informed. Call his office and make an appointment for a face-to-face meeting. Write all of...

I need to answer a notice of ruling

Your question is entirely lacking in information that would permit any one to give even very general direction. What kind of case? Small Claim,...

While my colleague correctly stated the law and distinctions between claims and actions, I am a bit confused about your question. It seems...

You definitely need to consult with a skilled worker's compensation attorney. You will need to provide him/her with copies of the Permanent and...

I went to court today for an ex parte motion to stay execution of judgment. When the judge called my name he asked me why I was

Yes. When the judgment is vacated it puts the case back to where it was before the judgment, i.e. having to be re-tried. Of course, you will need...

I have a scheduled mediation next week. Trial is approaching rapidly and I am unprepared. I am a plaintiff in pro per.

You have the right to dismiss your case without the defendant's consent being required, however, depending on the reasons (and here it sounds as...

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Should I show up to court if I don't have a hearing notice but the judge said the hearing would be held on a particular date?

Unless the court clerk confirms a new trial date to you, in writing is best, I would certainly show up on the date and at the time you believe the...

Default judgement was entered on 8-2-2012 then in the mail minute order and clerks notice of ruling and or appealable

You may also call or go to the court and look at the court file. If no default judgment was entered, and if the case was dismissed without...