Had a hearing scheduled in court for civil but could not go

I concur that your motion was likely dismissed which leaves you still served and owing an answer. If it makes you feel any better, very few motions...

Can my CA attorney charge me for today in court if he told the judge he couldn't represent me well due to his emotional state?

I am on your side in this one. I recommend a short note or email in advance of receiving any bill stating -- nicely -- that you hope that he is...

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Attorney conflict of interest

On these facts (parent's employment) there is not necessarily a conflict of interest, particularly if the parent is only an employee as opposed to...

A friend of mine applied for a job at the irs and when he did not receive an offer he still told everyone he did

No repercussions are likely to happen here. He didn't impersonate an IRS agent -- that is, he didn't take any actions against anyone based on a...

Can I hire an attorney?

Yes and yes.

I disagree with both of the prior answers to the extent that they refer to "expungements." There is no such post-conviction remedy in California...

In most instances a termination based on failure of a drug test will result in a dispute about your eligibility for UI benefits by your former...

Should lawyers charge if a client has questions on their billing?

The provisions of your contract with the attorney or law firm controls on this issue. Many (I hope most) attorneys do not charge for time spent in...

My ambulance license was refused and I plan to appeal what do I do and can I win

These are very tough cases. Under the law, DMV can revoke for any act (whether it resulted in a criminal conviction or not) that is substantially...

Can i be fired for cutting my hand at work

The answer, unfortunately, is yes, unless you have an employment contract or are represented by a union. That is not to say that you will be...