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Is it ethical for an attorney to have his fees paid by a client’s daughter, while preparing documents that benefit that daughter
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Answered on February 03, 2016
The attorney appears to be engaging in a conflict of interest which violates state bar rules. Potential conflicts of interest can be waived, but ...
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I chose the insurance company authorized vendor because it was backed up with a life time warranty. Do I have any recourse
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Answered on February 01, 2016
Your recourse is against the body shop. I would send the shop a demand letter with a deadline attached. If the body shop refuses, sue in small...
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Can I hire an employment Attorney in TN to pursue legal action or do I need to hire someone in California, if I choose to?
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Answered on February 01, 2016
You need a California attorney. In theory, you might be able to file suit in a state court in Tennessee. But if you do, your former employer will...
Suing a California attorney for Breach of Written Contract and Breach of Fiduciary Duty but not Legal Malpractice
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Answered on January 29, 2016
If the basis of the claim against the attorney has to do with his or her rendering legal services, the statute of limitations is one year. If the...
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Motion for judgment on the pleadings.
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Answered on January 29, 2016
I'm not sure what statute you are referring to, but generally motions for judgment on the pleading can be heard at any time up until 30 days before...
Are there any statute of limitations in California that would void a co-owners claim to a house?
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Answered on January 28, 2016
If your sister is on title, there is no statute of limitations for her to file a partition action. However, if she files a partition action, you...
Can you amend appellants notice designating record on appeal
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Answered on January 28, 2016
It depends how far along you are with the appeal. However, even if its too late, you can always file a motion to augment the record.
Does lawyer collect from lost wages?
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Answered on January 27, 2016
Without looking at the fee agreement, it is impossible to be sure. However, most contingency fee agreements provide that fees are 1/3 or 40% of...
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Can i send summons to the person on e-mail id?
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Answered on January 26, 2016
Email is not considered valid service. There are probably websites that would give you the person's address based on his or her name and phone...
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How can I defend myself at a small claim court against the insurance company blaming my injury on not wearing the seatbelt?
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Answered on January 20, 2016
Not wearing a seat belt is a valid defense. The only thing you can do is attempt to prove that you would have been injured even if you had been...
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