If you tape record a conversation secretly can it be used in court?

Attorney McCall is correct that secret recordings of confidential communications are inadmissible for any purpose. You may note that a...

It is impossible to predict what may happen in a hypothetical future court proceeding to modify child custody and visitation. The best thing to do...

What can I do if my landlord breaks the lease?

Based on the limited facts you provide, and unless there is something specific in the lease to the contrary, the answer is no: this is a violation...

Judge wants me to resubmit my default judgment packet, says more proof needed for "emotional damages"

A default is not an automatic win - you still need to prove to the court by a preponderance of the evidence that you are entitled to the relief...

How long does a Ca property management have to be liable tonotify a tentant of late fees?

It depends. Typically, the tenant will sign a written lease prior to occupying the property. Leases often contain terms and conditions concerning...

I terminated my Attorney. What appropriate forms do I file in California to stay all pleadings, to have time to get new counsel

If the defendants have not yet appeared, there is nothing to stay. The best thing to do is to retain a new attorney as soon as you can. If the...

Yes- you can voluntarily dismiss your child custody petition. Be sure that your written agreement states very clearly that the dismissal is...

I requested a custody change 4 years after final judgement and it was denied. How can i appeal?

I completely agree with Attorney Fox's comment and wish only to add that there is a hard deadline for providing notice of your intent to appeal. ...

If I make a gift of money to my married son, can his wife automatically claim half from CA community property law?

No. Property acquired by a married person is separate property, regardless of when acquired. See Fam. Code § 770(a)(2).

Can motion for order to change spousal support be dismissed by my wife?

In general terms, a party is within his or her rights to withdraw a motion and re-file at a later time. If she does this multiple times, you could...