What is an adjudicative fact in when a lawyer is arguing certain evidence ought to be allowed?

An adjudicated fact is a fact that has already been established to a legal certainty in some other proceeding.

Can you file an appeal against the mediation judge's order appointed by the court ?

Generally, mediation does not result in any type of order. A mediator will try and get the parties to reach an agreement. If there is a written...

Can I exchange an ANSWER form submitted with my MOTION TO SET ASIDE A MOTION for DEFAULT with a revised ANSWER to a Summons

It depends on your particular court and how long before the hearing. You can probably do it regardless, just by submitting a supplement exhibit. ...

What happens when a process server tries to serve a federal civil subpoena for documents on a a person who is the conservator of

It is impossible to say. But generally, if someone is trying to serve you with a subpoena, they will typically keep trying until they get you...

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I recently won an Unlawful Detainer Appeal. The appellate court said, "we reverse judgment of possession and remand."

The opposing attorney is not obligated to tell you what the decision means or what your next steps are. That is for you or your own attorney to...

Who pays legal fees of a witness?

It may depend on the type of witness and who called him or her, but generally, a witness is entitled to the statutory witness fee and mileage to...

How long does it take if I asked city for money or damage claim and they granted me money to get my money

It would be impossible to say without knowing more, but cities generally need to get approval from the city council for any settlements. That...

Does anything prohibit me from dismissing a case I had just filed and re-file it again?

This could be risky if there is a statute of limitations running. The better thing would be to file a first amended complaint. You get one free...

When filing peremptory disqualification (170.6) do you have to serve other side before judge rules on motion?

There is no other party to serve since they have not appeared in the action yet. So no, you don't have to serve them with the challenge.

I was served a temp. restraining order by my neighbor, how do I convince the judge that he has made false statements ?

A restraining order is a very serious matter. It will have implications on your daily activity if it is granted. Don't play games with this. ...