Your summons must match, exactly, word for word, comma for comma, etc. what is on the caption of the complaint, otherwise the clerk will reject...

I need to talk to/hire a lawyer regarding a class action settlement.

If you are the plaintiff representative, then talk to the attorneys handling your case. If you received a notice as a potential class member, then...

Been in litigation since August 2012. Close to default judgement. Discover landlord is renting space with our equipment inside.

No, not theft. But you can use that as an argument for extra damages or for mitigating any damages you might end up owing.

How much does it cost to set up an escrow account for 12 monthly rental payments in CA?

The best place to get an answer is to contact an escrow company.

Is there an assumption of peace regarding relations during the duration of a contract?

I am not entirely sure what you mean by "peaceful" communications. In general contract principles, there is no such legal requirement. There is...

How do I get money back from the state for towing fees (vehicle towed due to DMV error)

I don't think you can get any money back for this. You say the registration was expired, although just for one month, not the 6 months they...

My neighbor in my apartment complex has broken the 25ft rule of the smoking ordinance here in El Cajon, CA...what can I do?

Contact whoever it is that is supposed to enforce the ordinance, maybe the city, the building department, the health department, or code enforcement.

What do I do when a report is wrote in words tha I did not say and it is worded the way the investigator want it.

Leave it up to your attorney to deal with it. That is his job.

Can I sue my cousin and/or the police department over this?

If you are being charged with a crime, you need to hire a criminal defense attorney or the public defender. I do not see any claims you could...

Yes, you should disclose it and give any explanation you might have. If you don't disclose it, and they find out about it, which they probably...