Can a judge completely disregard the statute that states that "the prosecution shall" provide 1109 discovery to the defense

It is usually up to counsel to properly brief each issue to the judge on admitting or excluding certain evidence at trial or other times during a...

I have TENTATIVE RULING issued today stating the opposing side failed to folllow procedure, they are given 2 weeks to comply an

Only if the court vacated or continued the hearing for tomorrow is the hearing from tomorrow off calendar. Also, if it is a tentative ruling, then...

How can you get a wage garnish stopped when they already severed your employer to garnish your wages

Several options: (a) get the default judgment set aside and vacated for lack of service, (b) bankruptcy, (c) claim of exemption (which is subject...

The attorney for the other party acknowledged true facts on the case but stated otherwise during trial

During the trial of any case, all parties need to bring their evidence to the trial, including any evidence that they can anticipate to impeach...

How is the buyback amount figured on a vehicle when dealer has sold car with undisclosed damage

I would heed the reply by Mr. Kaufman. These cases can be hard fought, even if the plaintiff/consumer believes that there is no valid dispute. Some...

CIVIL SUIT

Your corporation's defense lawyer will need to prove that your company was not liable or has a defense to the lawsuit, such as filed after the...

If someone harms you, such as with pepper spray, you can sue them for that. If you prove it was willful, then you may be entitled to your...

Medical Releases

The scope of discovery is much broader than what is merely relevant to the facts of the case or the allegations and the courts will enforce...

Procedure on Attorney of Record?

Phone calls will not be sufficient for you, in this case. You need to check with the clerk of the court or the online register of actions to find...

Ex parte

Motions to compel must be timely filed for a properly noticed or they will be denied. The court can grant an order shortening time, but that must...