Can a default judgment be granted at an Ex Parte Application for Terminating Sanctions?

Frankly, I'd be surprised if the judge granted the application for terminating sanctions on an ex parte basis. Since the trial date is so far off,...

You can either mention it in a Reply brief or file an objection. However, don't be surprised if the court still considers the late documents in...

Does a CA Limited Scope Representation attorney have to use the Limited Scope Representation forms to notify the Court?

In my experience in representing family law pro per people for individual hearings, I would have to give the clerk of the court a limited scope...

Can I also sue for pain and suffering in a civil small claims in addition to the monetary damages?

Although the answer is yes, depending on how much your actual damages were and how much you want to recover for emotional distress, your demand may...

I received a summons for a debit if I pay it off prior to responding to the summons will the case be dismissed.

I agree with the other attorneys. Don't assume anything. I'm not sure when the answer is due, but I would suggest calling up the attorney for the...

Someone was served with a deposition subpoena but he never showed up to deposition.

You need to file a motion to compel. It is not the hardest motion to write, but you may want to get an attorney if you don't have one.

Whatever you do you need to do it quickly. The debt collector is really at an advantage in this case, and does not have to stipulate to vacate the...

Do I need to file opposition to motion to quash in unlawful detainer action

I would, to protect my rights. If he is successful you could possibly have to go through the whole process of serving him again. Why risk it?

Can I break my lease penalty free on the grounds of my neighbor harassing me?

Whether the landlord will go after you for the remaining rent on the lease is questionable. They may just be satisfied if you forfeit your...

Supplemental demands and interrogatories are just the way the other side can cover themselves. They want to make sure they've received the latest,...