If i had summons served by the sheriff, do i still need to file proof of service or the sheriff department has to do it?

I agree with Mr. Chen. Since the defendant filed an answer already, there was no need for you to file a proof of service. The court dispensed of...

Need an attorney to take over Los Angeles Superior Court Case BC452266 as law firm was raided by State Bar

If the current lawyer handling the case is being investigated by the state bar, there is a possibility that the lawsuit that you want to be a part...

Should i pursue mcdonalds

I agree with Mr. Haber. Being treated badly does not rise to the level of liability. One reason being that there is no legal duty that requires...

My lawsuit concerns the City of LA. The City Attorney scheduled a mediation hearing and did not show up.

I agree with my colleague. Failure to show up at a mediation may be grounds for sanctions to be issued by the court but not a default.

How Defendant makes Superior Court of LA that Plaintiff waived his right to a Jury by NOt Posting jury fees([Ca Civ Pro § 631(

Attorney Chen is correct. If the plaintiff failed to post the jury fees 25 days before the trial date, the plaintiff waived jury trial and the...

Different atty from atty of record filed an unverified answer to my verified complaint against defendants-a company and its ownr

I agree with Mr. Chen. In an unlimited case, if the plaintiff filed a verified complaint and the defendant filed an unverified complaint, the...

What does this mean?

More information is required: (1) what were you in court for, (2) what kind of hearing is the court date the judge gave you and (3) what did the...

You will need to call the courtroom where the case is being heard and reserve a motion date. Be sure it is far out enough for you to file and...

I loaned money to a "friend" who has not paid me back a penny.

I agree with Attorney Taylor. You can sue this individual and obtain a judgment against him but, in the end, will you really be able to collect...

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Can I remove a plaintiff from a lawsuit post-judgment?

Consult with a local attorney but you can try to have the other three plaintiffs assign their portion of the judgment to you if they don't want it...