Discovery

To skip discovery, especially as a plaintiff, would be the equivalent of going to war with China without any weapons. Why would any plaintiff give...

Will it hurt me not to refute Attorney's motion to withdraw for non payment.

If you feel your lawyer is withdrawing at a time that leaves you potentially suffering irreparable injury (i.e. very close to trial) or that you...

If all of the Defendants are involved in some manner as causing the damages (including injuries to mind and/or body, lost income, other financial...

Is there anyway to expedite response on a civil motion?

In California, you can do what is called an "ex parte" motion or application. Instead of giving the normal required notice (16 COURT days - plus...

In California, you go by the date that is stated on the Proof of Service as the date it was served. It should be signed under penalty of perjury. ...

Can a witness to opposition be served by mail to the opposition's attorney office and to witnesses place of business.

In California, these rules are governed by the Code of Civil Procedure ("CCP"). However, generally speaking, if you are trying to take the...

You can ask opposing counsel (or the opposing party/parties) to stipulate as to foundation/authenticity for purposes of trial or arbitration. ...

Motion for Reconsideration

In California, to the best of my knowledge, a Court does not have jurisdiction to entertain/grant a Motion for Reconsideration once judgment has...

I was recently summons to court for some contracting work done. I am not the responsible party nor did I sign the contract

If you were served with a "summons", I assume you mean a summons, along with the complaint and other documents describing the lawsuit. If you were...

Can I request any copy of respondent's employment records ie complaints?

First and foremost, I recommend you immediately retain an attorney (if you haven't already). Either way, I would need to know more facts about the...