Received a civil demand letter for $400 for shoplifting. Sent them response offering to pay only $50. They cashed it, am I safe?

If you actually shoplifted, your best bet might be to pay it. Discretion is the better part of valor. But you should probably consult a criminal...

CA chapter 7 bankruptcy. Can I discharge mortgages?

You really need to consult a bankruptcy attorney. In general secured debt cannot be discharged.

Need a good B&P 17200 attorney.

There are other causes of action you may want to consider, from a remedies standpoint. For example, there are broad civil remedies and damages...

I was making a left turn at around 7:30pm (pst) on a yellow light and was hit on my front and middle passenger side. California

I am assuming in my response that you are meaning you filed a claim for personal injuries, and not just property damage, and that where you state...

I was terminated for wilful misconduct. I won my unemployment benefits, not only once but 3 times!

In the event that you can prove that your former employer is stating something, which is inaccurate and negative about you or your performance as...

It is highly unlikely, though certainly possible, that an employer could contract to provide lifetime health benefits to its employees. Or, it may...

How can Used Car contract be rescinded after the 10 days of contract date?What if car sticker did not state AS IS or With Faults

If you improved the condition of the vehicle, and had to return it shortly thereafter, and you can prove that, you may have a case for compensation...

If I commit medical fraud in the state of California, how long does a DA have to file against me?

You should consult a lawyer. Posting things here, even semi-anonymously, could potentially be problematic from a privacy and confidentiality...

I have an employer who breaks labor laws and sexual harassment laws. Can I sue?

It does not make sense that you as a waitress or bartender would have to pay for security. Certainly, the suggestion that you should dress...

Rental property foreclosure converted from primary residence

In California, there are two kinds of foreclosures, judicial and non-judicial. A judicial foreclosure is essentially a lawsuit to determine right...