Civil procedure - what does it mean that a special interrogatory is duplicative?

It would not normally be considered to be "duplicative" such that a responding party could assert a valid objection of "asked and answered" if you...

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In the separate statement of disputed and undisputed facts, how do I add the other facts not mentioned by the movant? Can I

First, I'm not sure if you are aware of this, but you can demand that the moving party send you the Separate Statement in word or word perfect...

Is the mediator supposed to file the settlement agreement with the court?

Here in California, after a mediation, the mediator's job is to file a notice with the Court stating that the mediation was completed, and, that it...

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Other than moving out or representing myself, what should I do if I am served an unlawful detainer, but I can't afford to retain

You may wish to consult with one of the many legal clinics that exist to help people who are unable to afford lawyers. They may have certain...

A guy sent me an iPad as a gift and now wants it back because I won't date him. There was discussion about compensation.

If the IPAD was truly a gift then the individual who gifted it to you has no right to the return of the IPAD. End of story. However, it sounds...

"Vacated" means that the hearing will not proceed forward. It is likely that the plaintiff has proceeded with efforts to obtain a default...

Can a Plaintiff file a declaration stating that an action has transpired before a court hearing?

Deadlines are very strictly adhered to in Federal Court cases. Very often, once the opposition has been filed to a motion in Federal Court, even...

I am including my deposition documents to my opposition to motion for summary judgment against the defendant. These deposition

The best way to confuse the Court is to attach the entire deposition transcript. Probably the most effective way to do it is to attach various...

What form do I file in an unlimited case for a motion for a new trial?

There is no specific prepared form to use. You would file a Notice of Motion that advises the court and the opposition that you are bringing a...

Filed bankruptcy on 12/30 I have an unlawful detainer hearing on 1/2 will the federal courts notify the Civil court for a Stay

No. Assuming you don't have an attorney it is your job to notify the court and opposing counsel of your BK. Indeed, the better practice is to...