What's the likelihood of paying for punitive damages if the case settles (with the insurance company)?

Courts are reluctant to impose punitive damages on defendants in typical automobile accident cases. It might be different if you were driving...

What kind of lawyer would help me with a wrongful one night stay in the San Francisco Psych Ward that resulted in $4000 debt?

I am under the impression that the facilities that accept 5051 psych holds get paid by the state. It could be that they send you a bill just to...

I was in an accident but will they come after my husbands assets for what is above and beyond what my insurance will cover?

SDG&E could come after your community property (property that was acquired using money earned during your marriage) but not your husband's separate...

You can effect substitute service on a corporation, but not by leaving the summons and complaint with someone at the agent's home or...

Should I take the severance

You have not provided nearly enough information to evaluate the severance package. I strongly suggest you hire an employment attorney to look at...

How can I be compensated for property damage in a Hit and Run collision involving multiple cars and unidentified driver

Assuming the damage is $7,500 or less, sue the driver of the vehicle who hit your car in small claims court. If you can, get the witness to...

Deposition - How Bad Was/Is It?

The better question is: how would you come across to a jury? I think juries don't have a problem with witnesses who don't have perfect memories,...

Most courts will hear motions to bifurcate as late as the final status conference, Given that the partition issue is equitable and is therefore...

Can a Party To A Mandatory Arbitration Still Issue Subpoenas To Non-Parties For Documents, and Does Non-party Have To Respond?

Check the rules of the arbitration provider (such as AAA or Judicate West). Usually, the arbitrator is empowered to issue subpoenas at the request...

What to do in the case when a contractor files a mechanic's lien against my property? How do I oppose this lien?

The two workers would have to file a lawsuit against you within 90 days to foreclose on their mechanics liens. If they don't do so, the liens are...