Plaintiff files a case in a California state court that is within the jurisdiction of California Third District Court of Appeal

The issue of precedential value cannot be answered in a vacuum. It depends in large part on whether the issue is of state or federal law, and...

Why are most attorneys unethical?

Most lawyers are not unethical. They simply advocate the side they represent, and that often looks "unethical" to the party who disagrees. ...

Can I file a belated answer to plaintiff's complaint while clerk's entry of default against me is pending?

I would add to Mr. Chen's good answer that you should act immediately to forestall the entry of the default. The clerk's action is ministerial...

I lost a civil trial by judge. Can I appeal it on technicalities?

Was this case heard in small claims court or in a Superior Court? I ask because the rules of procedure and evidence are relaxed in small claims...

A law suit is filed in California. During the different pretrial motions, references to case law are cited.

One important correction to my colleagues' postings: although California's state Courts of Appeal are divided up by districts and divisions, a...

Anyone know of a good P.I in San Diego, CA they use or would recommend??

By "P.I." do you mean a personal injury attorney or a private investigator? In any case, that is not the kind of help that your family member may...

Transfer my Divorce to a new location

It is extremely difficult to disqualify a judge once the judge has begun to rule on matters before him or her. Nothing that you state here would...

I was sued by a relative in the phil. and did not know about it . I found out that it was a criminal case .

I happen to know a California attorney (in Los Angeles) who also practices law in the Philipines. If you email me directly I will provide to you...

If he accurately describes himself as a "retired lawyer" or something similar, there is no problem. But he crosses the line if he is acting as the...

Should I file a complaint with the DLSE to save money in attorneys fees? Can I dispute my exempt status via a wage claim?

I count seven good questions here - and they answer your primary question about hiring an good employment attorney who can assess your case - are...