I agree that this sounds like a scam. In my experience no judge has the authority to order you to be home during a certain time to accept service...

That the Defendant's MSJ was denied has nothing at all to do with whether your MSJ will be granted. Both sides lose MSJs all the time, and...

Do I have to file a judgement on a denial of a restraining order ?

Orders denying a restraining order are immediately appealable; there is no need for a "judgment". You do need for a written order issued by the...

Can you escalate MTC for Discovery to the Court of Appeals or are you required to wait till the case is over at Trial Court?

A motion to compel discovery is usually reviewed by way of a petition for writ of mandate, which in simplistic terms is a discretionary but...

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It is not too late, but you should file as soon as possible for many reasons. You should also consider retaining counsel. If the perpetrator has...

If a judge sustained demurrers filed by the defendants w/o leave to amend, can the case be dismissed w/o prejudice and refiled?

In an appeal from a judgment of dismissal after demurrers are sustained without leave, the appellant can generally raised on appeal new legal...

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When does the 60 "day" counter start for the time of appeal if the party was in court?

Mr. Kassman is correct as a general matter. However there are certain types of orders (in particular, restraining orders) that state that the...

Can you do a second Writ of Mandate at the Court of Appeal if you had problem uploading the record the first time?

More information is required. Was the first writ summarilly denied? Was it denied for lack of a record? Is it still pending? Are you up against a...

Can a testimony from a TRO hearing be used in a defamation case?

Also, be aware that if you file the defamation suit, it will likely be the subject of a special motion to strike the complaint (an "anti-SLAPP"...

How do I obtain information regarding other driver car insurance?

There is no reason for you to contact the driver personally. Please consult with a personal injury attorney who can handle this for you on a...