Can a judge grant a continuance on a calendered motion at a CMC?

In short, yes. Continuance of a motion or other hearings is well within the Court's discretion.

Are they any documents to sign once a settlement has been made in mediation?

As a mediator, I keep memoranda of settlement on hand that states that the signed memoranda is binding as to the terms stated therein. Once a...

I truly need more information before providing a good answer, but based on what you have provided: Since the contractor will be your RME, he...

If I change my address, will it change the jurisdiction of a trial I have this month?

No, you have already submitted to the jurisdiction and venue of the court. Your court documents do not need to be notarized. If you have a...

My mother purchased a new vehicle, but passed away. Is there a way to transfer the vehicle and it's payment schedule to an heir?

Any transfers would require lender approval.

My grandmothers will was probated in 1971. She denied having children. We found this out only seven months ago. Can we contest?

The California Probate Code sets the following statute of limitations for contesting a will: 8270. (a) Within 120 days after a will is admitted...

Can a life insurance be change by a niece without having a witness at that time of change of insurance

Hello there! Insurance companies typically require that designation of beneficiaries be witnessed. I recommend you begin by requesting a copy of...

Can a lawyer go to a civil hearing and represent me if I did not retain him or give the lawyer permission to act in my behalf

First, I'm sorry for your trouble. In answer to your question, I really don't have enough relevant facts to give you a specific answer, but I can...

Do I have a defamation case?

It's a little unclear from your question as to who is saying what - the children? Your adult employer? In any event, all the comments (rude as...

Am I in breach of my lease agreement for having pets on premises without signing a pet addendum?

Generally, if a landlord was not advised that a tenant had a pet or pets, the landlord may later require the tenant to sign an addendum and pay...