Can a small claims plaintiff appeal for good cause?

Generally, a plaintiff cannot appeal a small claims court decision. The prior attorney was correct. If you think "good cause" will allow you to...

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Filed a complaint with department of housing and fair employment, need a mediation lawyer ?

You can use the Avvo "Find a Lawyer" feature to find an attorney who fits your needs and obtain a free telephone consultation. If you like that...

Generally speaking, the landlord can only charge you for utilities if the lease allows them to. Whether your rent is overpriced is a non-issue as...

It depends on the language of your contract with the contractor. If there is no language as to the deposit being non-refundable then yes. If not,...

I am renting a room from someone and paid my rent she is evicting me for being loud on the phone is legal?

You have to review your lease on if it says anything about the noise. Generally, a landlord can evict a tenant for breach of the covenants and...

Someone owes me money for a loan can i sue for punitive damages and or sue for more than what was owed?

Generally speaking, if there is a written contract and the breach is within 4 year old, you can sue them for the unpaid money plus interest....

What should we deal with bad faith insurance company?

California AB-72 protects consumers who use an in-network hospital or other facility from being hit with surprise bills when cared for by a doctor...

As to your question about privacy, an individual can look into your car as you do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy into what is inside...

Is this condsidered sexual assault excessive force illgeal detainment by deputy?

Without knowing more facts, it is unknown if this would be a sexual assault; however, it does sound to be a 1987 Monell claim for excessive use of...

Generally speaking, a DOE amendment is only for defendants that are unknown at the time of the initial complaint. If there is a defendant that was...