Which is controlling, the transcripts or the entry of judgment?

The final judgment controls, otherwise you would have disputes in many cases when the court says something and the order does not say what the...

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Moving a case downtown

The term "complex" is a term of art under California Civil Practice. See Cal. Rules of Court, Rules 3.400 to 3.550. It usually involves large...

Is it possible to have a lawyer represent me in a limited jurisdiction case?

Yes. A lawyer can represent clients in any court, except small claims. Check Avvo's "find a lawyer" tab to see if any lawyers listed have...

If they cannot serve you personally after reasonable diligence, then they can hand the summons and complaint to the person in charge at the office...

What does it mean when I receive a "Request for Entry of Default" after I filed the answer within the time allotted?

You can ignore the document, it will be rejected by the clerk at untimely. Your options when being sued on a debt collection lawsuit are...

The requirements and conditions for a gym (which is referred to in the law as a Health Studio) are explained in Cal. Civil Code Secs. 1812.80 to...

Someone applied credit cards under my name without my knowledge and permission. Need a lawyer!

The first thing to do is review my Avvo legal guide on how to protect yourself, now that you have learned you're the victim of identity theft. The...

What do I do if it is clear that my current Atty. has not properly investigated and failed to do proper discovery on my case?

First, please meet with the lawyer and find out what information you feel is required in discovery and give the lawyer a chance to address your...

My condo is now bank owned and just received a court order for past HOA fees?

The HOA documents permit foreclosure for failure to pay dues and other obligations under the association covenants. The law since 2006 prohibits...

Collecting debt already satisfied.Which choice: repay and then ask remedy or b) not to repay and be sued?

You have provided proof of payment of the bill in full, thus you do not owe the debt and the debt collector has no valid debt to collect. It is...