NO! At least not in California courts. Some "deadlines" require you count court days. For example, deadlines regarding motions require that you...

If the Mortgage Debt Relief Act expires before I complete short sale or foreclosure, would I owe tax in the following scenarios?

It depends on your financial situation. More information can be found at this IRS page: http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc431.html. In order to...

Can the city of Costa Mesa, California legally require a homeowner who lives on a corner to put in a sidewalk when they remodel

Yes.

How do I get a public defender?

The first time you go to court, for your arraignment, you ask for one. You will be interviewed to see if you qualify. It sounds like you do. If so,...

I have a judgment against me in CA from Target N.B. for 5,880. This was filed in Feb 2010. I've heard nothing since.

Judgments are good for 10 years in CA. They can be renewed before expiration of that period. Unless and until Target finds assets to levy against...

Is it true that I can be charged 10 percent on a judgement I received when I was divorced. Is this 10 percent added every year?

Interest on a CA judgment is at the rate of 10% per year. Code of Civil Procedure section 685.010. Can you modify the court order regarding the...

How many months/years is a bankruptcy trustee able to use income I receive to pay off debtors?

If you have not filed BK yet, I urge you to consult with bankruptcy counsel prior to filing. You will need guidance and help during the process. I...

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In the event of a foreclosure or short-sale, are BOTH the 1st AND 2nd loans non-recourse in the state of CA.

Please read my blog post which summaries deficiency laws: https://www.mrdaymude.com/anti-deficiency-statutes-summarized/#more-1409 You might...

Before we were married my husband and I bought a house with my disabled parents. A down payment of $180,000 was made from the

The distinction that needs to be made is between separate and community property, not personal or community property. I understand that you and...

Hi, How and who can help me fix my credit? Is it normal that after 3 months I am still showing negative accounts in my credit?

Credit reporting agencies sometimes take a little while to report negative information. If you filed a Chapter 7 BK it will show up eventually. ...