If the court told me is giving me 30 days to file an amended complaint, and the 30th day is tomorrow but I tried to file it

If the day something is due is a weekend or court holiday, then it is really due the next court day, but be sure that you have it file stamped, or...

I have default entered against on defendant... The other defendant has answered

Amending a complaint, for other than minor typos, should result in setting aside the default of the other defendants, who must be served with the...

Can wages be garnished more than the settled amount?

See my legal guide on reducing wage garnishment to be fair, which I have linked below. Each paycheck is garnished based on the debtor's net wages,...

I took out a loan for a car a long time ago. Got into a dispute and defaulted on loan.

You still need to consider that you can be sued for the unpaid deficiency, after the insurance payment. You should negotiate and get it in writing...

How to handle wage claim?

You can pursue claims under $10,000 in small claims court. Any claim can also be filed with the Labor Commissioner, which can also help collect the...

I am a Plaintiff in a civil case, (not personal injury) and I received a 998 offer, which I do not want to accept...

Consult independent counsel, as your attorney has a conflict of interest if he/she may be liable with you for something. Clearly, your attorney...

I didn't know that I was suppose to submit an opposition to a demur to a complaint filed. It was due March 2 . I am not a lawyer

To the extent that the demurrer is proper, you can amend your complaint to incorporate the issues raised, even though past the deadline for...

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Assignments and Bill of Sale that junk debt buyers include in your discovery requests

If a witness can competently testify as to their authenticity and manner of preparation, then it is possible the documents to which you refer may...

If I offer 5% net profits to someone in my company. What kind of contract must they sign?

It depends on the style of entity that you have. If a corporation, then issue some type of stock certificate. If a partnership, then a partnership...

Icant pay my check at a cash checking place. can they take me to court and sue me?

Yes, the can and some collection agencies do. However, owing a debt does not mean that they are permitted to berate you or harass you by phone,...