Questions answered by John David Laurie

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Should an HOA be responsible for all repairs from water damage due to a leak inside the walls?

John's answer | Answered on February 06, 2014

If you have damage to your property and you have homeowners insurance then the easiest thing to do is to call your own insurance company and make a...

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Writing a “Policy Limit Demand” letter to opposing council.

John's answer | Answered on February 06, 2014

In addition to what is stated above I disagree that an insurance company will not take a policy demand letter seriously if it comes from a non...

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Breach of Contract

John's answer | Answered on February 04, 2014

As indicated above you should have the lease reviewed. Depending upon the wording of the lease it is possible that the lanlord may owe you money...

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How can I enforce a real estate broker they've been fired and to remove our MLS?

John's answer | Answered on February 03, 2014

I would suggest you have a lawyer review the docuemnts that control this deal. It maybe that a simple letter from a lawyer would work. This is...

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Lawsuit and discovery - Relief from untimely answer of discovery request - what are excusable mistakes or neglect?

John's answer | Answered on January 18, 2014

In addition to the above I would have an attorney review the documents. You may want to make a motion now and not wait depending upon the status of...

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What to do if respondent refused to produce papers requested in my Demand for production of documents?

John's answer | Answered on January 18, 2014

If you served a proper demand for prodution of documents then you can file a motion to produce assuming you have not missed any timelines. Even if...

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Where can I find personal injury complaint format for filing in superior court?

John's answer | Answered on January 18, 2014

There are forms on the court website. However, even if you are going to represent yourself I would suggest that you have an attorney prepare the...

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I live in California, answer to my complaint was filed. After, I discovered a date on my complaint was wrong. How do I fix it?

John's answer | Answered on January 18, 2014

Depending upon how long ago you filed the answer you may be able to amend it without leave of couer. I would suggest hiring an attorney to review...

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I filed a claim against my employer, can a lawyer attend the conference on my behalf?

John's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

You can hire an attorney. Depending uopn the stage of the hearing you may appear by phone. You most likely have a short time period to act so you...

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Can a Defendant, in an unlimited civil suit, after the discovery is pretty much done, file a Defendant's Summary Judgment?

John's answer | Answered on January 11, 2014

If I understand the question, any party can file a can file a summary judgment motion so long as it is timely and properly noticed

John David Laurie's Answers (401)

Should an HOA be responsible for all repairs from water damage due to a leak inside the walls?

Writing a “Policy Limit Demand” letter to opposing council.

Breach of Contract

How can I enforce a real estate broker they've been fired and to remove our MLS?

Lawsuit and discovery - Relief from untimely answer of discovery request - what are excusable mistakes or neglect?

What to do if respondent refused to produce papers requested in my Demand for production of documents?

Where can I find personal injury complaint format for filing in superior court?

I live in California, answer to my complaint was filed. After, I discovered a date on my complaint was wrong. How do I fix it?

I filed a claim against my employer, can a lawyer attend the conference on my behalf?

Can a Defendant, in an unlimited civil suit, after the discovery is pretty much done, file a Defendant's Summary Judgment?