Hi. I have been bitten by bed bugs in my apartment unit is the landlord responsible for paying an exterminator for fumigation?

Absolutely. The landlord is also potentially liable to your medical expenses, emotional distress, and property damage. If there is an attorney's...

Do I need to attend this ex parte?

Its hard to say whether you should appear because you did not specify the nature of the relief sought. However, the ex parte notice you received...

I recently joined a company in May and was promised health benefits. Those health benefits were never provided. What can I do?

If the value of the health insurance is less than $10,000, you might consider filing a lawsuit in small claims court. If you go that route, sue...

WHAT IS THE STATUE OF LIMITITATION FOR ASSULT AND BATTERY IN CALIFORNIA?

If you are thinking of filing a civil lawsuit to get money damages, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the incident.

I received a settlement for an injury, is it taxable?

If the settlement was to compensate you for physical injury or medical expense, it is not taxable. However, to the extent that the settlement was...

When there's a CLETS dvro hearing, is it the judge or opposing attorney who decides how long the order will be?

Its up to the judge. In general, the judge is going to give the most weight to the nature of the conduct and whether or not the parties are likely...

Do I need a lawyer in small claims appeal in California?

It depends on the case. If its a relatively simple matter, you probably do not need an attorney. The technicalities that might trip you up have...

False attorney fees

How do you know that the attorney charged for work he did not do? Have you seen his phone records, or interviewed the other attorneys whom he...

Not necessarily. If you simply post jury fees as soon as possible, and they are accepted, you are probably okay. If the court will not accept the...

What can I sue for in a hit and run accident?

Yes, you can sue the drunk driver for the reasonable cost of the repairs. You could calculate that number either by using the invoices for the...