Can an opposition separate statement be amended with leave?

Surprisingly enough, it is often a good idea to ask the attorney on the other side questions like this one. Because first of all, they will know...

It is impossible to tell from your question whether the conduct that the defendants' counsel have been engaged in is within the bound of normal...

While you are waiting, this would be a good time to consider making another try to resolve the dispute with the other party. If you feel the need...

At a deposition, unlike at trial, you don't have to worry too much about learning the rules of evidence, since most objections are preserved until...

In an unlawful detainer, if plaintiff agreed to work with me & dismisses case for whatever reason do I still pay their fees?

The landlord's attorney is making you an offer. Pay the back rent plus their court costs and they will dismiss the case. You have three choices:...

Why would defense prefer not to negotiate with a mediator, since they would not represent in trial?

You should ask them why they don't want to go to mediation. I wouldn't necessarily take their answers at face value, but they might actually tell...

Can I photo copy my favorite recipes out of different cookbooks to put them in a combined notebook?

Sure. Just don't invite the copyright holders over for dinner.

Mediation coming up I have been pro per ex has had attorney I requested mediation to get my voice heard

The purpose of mediation is to try to reach an agreement with your ex. What you need to focus on in mediation is not persuading the mediator, but...

Do I need to send a 3 day Notice to protect my rights if renters tell me in advance that they will be late with their rent?

Not unless you are planning to evict them. If you just want to accept rent late, you can do that without any special form of notice.

Of course you can file whatever motion you like. But in addition to all the excellent reasons others have mentioned for why these kinds of motions...