Absolutely not. Turn the lawsuit over to your insurance company and let them handle it. If the claim was filed in small claims court, you will...

You must realize that cases are rarely dismissed at the preliminary hearing. The standard is well below proof of guilty beyond a reasonable doubt....

Can an attorney practice a particular area of law without being a board-certified specialist in that area?

The California State Bar has testing and certifies attorneys specializing in certain areas, including family law. This is not done by AVVO, and...

Why do insurance companies onlyl pay a portion of what is owed on a car when it is Totaled?

Insurance companies pay the fair market value, regardless of what is owed. One thing everyone should get when buying a car is gap insurance, which...

Did you go to the doctor? Do you have medical bills? A claim must be filed within 6 months of the accident. This is not a do it yourself thing,...

Can I submit a video that was sent via text for evidence at a domestic restraining order hearing?

Bring the video and something to play it on with you to court.

I just received a letter from the DA saying I need to appear in court for a Stolen Property violation that I thought was cleared

If you cannot afford to hire a criminal defense attorney you can ask for the public defender the first time you go to court.

Do I have to accept the insurance number for a total loss on my car? No injuries, no one else involved.

You need to have information and backup to dispute their valuation. Comparables in your area through Autotrader and Edmonds can be helpful. Kelly...

Why is it hard? It is hard because Indian tribes are not bound by California law, but have their own tribal laws and courts. There are many...

Can I discontinue/dismiss my lawsuit before court? Does the attorney charge fee before court?

The question of attorneys fees should be covered in the retainer agreement you signed with the attorney. Was the fee hourly or was the case taken...