Can defendants later sue for expenses (i.e. time lost from work) if they win a small claims suit in California?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, Defendant's costs do not include his lost time for work or other expenses. In small claims...
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I got served a subpeona in California by fax, is that valid?
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Answered on August 09, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, the general answer is no unless, for some reason the Court has approved it. But, I have never...
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Settlement conferences
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Answered on August 09, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, I agree with other counsel. Also, a case can settle anytime all the parties agree to a...
How do I file an objection to a judgement in CA?
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Answered on August 09, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, as a general matter objecting to a judgment that has already been entered does no good. You...
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Neighbors alleged my tenants of drug/criminal activities, what should a landlord do?What sort of legal actions to take, if any?
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Answered on August 08, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, you are in a tough spot since you have not proof of illegal activity. You cannot accuse the...
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Can a landlord rent out a unit to new tenants before the eviction process is over?
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Answered on August 08, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, you can sign a lease but cannot allow the new tenant into the unit until you have obtained an...
Can the name of a neighborhood be protected from use by the public in naming their businesses?
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Answered on August 08, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, the answer is possibly. Talk to a local trademark attorney. The fact that others use the name...
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In a civil case, can a cross-complainant ask for discovery from the original plaintiff
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Answered on August 08, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, as a general matter any party to an action can serve discovery on an other party to the action....
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I want to file a motion to amend the complaint with the consent of the defendants but some of the defendants have not
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Answered on August 08, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, the short answer is generally yes (unless you have already amended before).
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If I'm trying to get licensing for sports logos on my product is it okay to post renderings of my product with the logos?
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Answered on August 08, 2012
While I cannot give you legal advice in this forum, you should wait until you get your licenses before you start using logos that are clearly...