In California, you generally have the legal right to change your name simply by using a new name in all aspects of your life, also known as the...

When a contract has a reasonable attorney's fees clause, does that cover related expenses? Also, what is reasonable?

CA Civil Code 1717 states in relevant part: (a) In any action on a contract, where the contract specifically provides that attorney's fees and...

Can a US citizenship be revoked or taken away?

In short, the legal bases for revocation of citizenship are: 1) If the naturalized person has procured citizenship illegally 2) Revocation is...

I paid 50% for furniture to be made & was told in writing that I would have in 3 wks. Its been 10 wks. After 9 requested money

It seems the manufacturer has breached the written agreement. After 3 weeks passed, you should have notified the manufacturer in writing of their...

I took my car to a private mechanic to have the heating cord replaced and to correct problems with acceleration on my car.

(Bus & P C §§9880 - –9889.22) The Automotive Repair Act was enacted to foster fair dealing, to promote safety, and to eliminate misunderstandings...

Cc 1942.5

A landlord who violates CC §1942.5 is liable to the tenant in a civil action for (a) actual damages, and (b) punitive damages of not less then...

Legality of a restauraunts behavior.

The fact that other restaurant staff told the customer that it is acceptable still raises two questions: 1) Is it acceptable and free? or 2) Is it...

I have been mowing a piece of property adjacet to mine. I have been doing so for 14 years now. Can I own it legally.

You will need to check with your city regarding laws pertaining to possessory interests of real estate as a result of constant maintenance and use...