Can you I review my entire case file at my attorneys office?

It is my belief and practice that the client cannot be denied access to his file. See Rule 3-700(d) below. However, if the file contains...

In CA what constitute wrongful termination? Can someone be fired if they get injured while performing their duties?

Sounds like you may have a classic LC132(a) claim. Under California Labor Code Section 132(a), it is illegal to discriminate against an...

What to do if your attorney did not file your case. But lead you to believe he did and almost a year has gone by.

First, consult an attorney face-to-face about the applicable statute of limitations to determine whether you still have time to protect it. And, if...

How to write a letter of dismissal of WC Attorney? What Should I include/ not include on it to make it a document? Email it? y/n

Your new lawyer told you that they are "going to take care of everything" and that includes informing the prior attorney of the substitution. ...

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Do I need to write a letter of dismissal after filing the paperwork for dismissal of workers compensation attorney?

What you've done is sufficient. Your prior attorney will send the entire file to your new lawyer.

I'm changing my last name . What should I expect?

Yes, a paralegal can definitely do this for you at a substantially reduced fee. Here's a link to the court's...

Unless the client is doing something ridiculous like telling your attorney that the testimony you will give at trial will amount to perjury, or you...

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Can I fire my Public Defender in open court? I cannot afford another attorney on my own, and I don't want to look a gift horse

The landmark US Supreme Court case Gideon v. Wainwright, (1963) clarifies that you have the right to have a lawyer appointed to you by the court...

Fee dispute

Cashing a check with "payment in full" written on the back of it will most likely be argued by him to be a sort of tacit admission on your part. A...

Attacked by a dog 6 months ago. Dog owner did not have homeowners insurance, so my lawyers aren't going through with the case.

It's unfortunate that the dog owner does not have insurance coverage. Homeowners coverage, renters coverage, specific canine coverage, or an...