Is the AVVO inquiry below a cautionary tale that you should show up for oral arguments even if you agree with tentative ruling?

A tentative ruling is just that - "tentative". You should definitely appear and make sure you present your position and/or rebut any arguments...

Where there is pending civil litigation can a HOA Collection Agent as Trustee foreclose on a property for unpaid dues?

There are not sufficient facts in your post to respond with information that may prove useful. Considering that you have a civil action pending...

How do I collect when the judgment debtor refuses to pay?

In a regular civil action, following judgment one can serve discovery to determine assets. Not sure if similar procedure is available for small...

How does a plaintiff avoid an ambush in a motion for summary judgment?

If you feel the SJ motion is improper in form and substance, you must point out those issues in your opposition. For example, if evidence has no...

What to do if I need to be served papers for a lawsuit?

Were you trying to evade service or was it unintentional. Whatever the case, sooner or later you will be served. Attempts to serve you personally...

How to evaluate the worth of the company and divide the share when a partner quits?

Consult knowledgeable counsel about a Buy Sell Agreement. Although the name is misleading, a Buy Sell can address those instances where a partner...

Hello, I'm kinda new to all of this, but tell me. What types of things can be included in a reply to an opposition motion?

Reply's should be limited to arguments and facts raised in the Opposition; however, I have seen many instances where the moving party introduces...

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If a demurrer gets filed, does that mean that the courts generated osc as to why default should not be entered automatically dis

With the filing of the demurrer, the OSC will most like go off calendar at some point in the near future. You may want to look online and check...

How do I file a motion to quash summons?

Venue and Quash motions are very fact specific and must be individually drafted and supported by a memorandum of points and authorities,...

How long does an expert witness have to wait to be paid for his services?

Normally, experts are paid when retained and if the opposition wants to take your deposition, payment is made at or before time of deposition.