How long to do I have to file a demurrer to an answer for failure to state a defense (under California law)?

You are correct that you have 10 days from service to file a demurrer to an answer (you get an extra five days if the answer was mailed to you). I...

Statue of limitation for medical malpractice

I agree with Ms. Vaccaro. There are a few ways in which the statute of limitations may be tolled. For example, you could prove that your father...

How long do I have to file an opposition to a demurrer in OC superior court?

Sagar is correct. Keep in mind that the opposition must be served so that delivery is made the next day after you file it. This means either you...

I want to know do I have to? More importantly, could this potentially help or hurt the case?

If you are subpoenaed to testify, you are required by law to testify and you could face contempt of court charges if you do not. Whether it helps...

In California, if you file a notice of appeal but later do a motion for new trial, can you file a second notice of appeal?

The court's denial of your motion for new trial is itself appealable. Therefore, your best bet would be to file an appeal of the denial of that...

Appealing sustained demurrer ruling.

The wording of the order or the court's decision does not matter. The issue is whether it is correct as a matter of law. In other words, on...

Whats cost can i recover and can I recover attoney fee's ?

You can recover attorney's fees if your written lease contains an attorney's fees clause. Otherwise, you can always recover filing fees,...

In California can a party try some sort of early judgment if the opposing party refuses to partake in deposition?

You must file a motion to compel the deposition of the opposing party. If the motion is granted, and the opposing party still refuses to give a...

Yes, you are responsible for the bill. That said, I don't think Assurant went bankrupt. If it did, you could put in a claim with the California...

Need review and advice on retainer agreement with attorney

If you have a strong case, you should be able to find an attorney to represent you on a contingency fee basis. A good attorney would probably add...