We were told there was a 99% chance the family would settle. We got hit with the 1%. How to proceed?

You can't force a party to settle. If they are refusing to consider the evidence and still demanding more money, then all you can do is either pay...

I've objected to an informal discovery hearing and the opposing counsel insists on scheduling one.

The IDC is now required in some cases pending in L.A. County courts before bring a motion to compel. You don't have the right to refuse or object....

I lent my car to a friend for 6 months. The friend ruined the engine and is now refusing to pay. Do I have a case?

If you can establish that he caused the damage to the car, then he will be responsible for it. You may need to get an expert's opinion to prove...

The discovery responses need to be verified by the client. If the responses are nothing but objections and the attorney produces a privilege log in...

I am in pro per the Plaintiff in an unlimited civil case. I have to answer Special Interrogatories for discovery.

Discovery is complicated and critical. The wrong response can torpedo your case. Contact an attorney now before responding to the discovery. It...

Settlement offer for civil lawsuit must be in writing ?

Settlement offers coming from the other side do not have to be in writing. If someone was willing to offer you $500,000 at one point in time and...

Assuming that you have an order from the court that addresses medical issues, you can go into the court to get clarification and further orders. A...

I parked in front my house on street behind a car . Next day I see note on the window call detective it is hit and run .

I am surprised that the police are wasting their time with this. But, since they are, they are taking it seriously and you need to do the same. ...

This is not a question that can be resolved through this forum. You will need to contact a local attorney for a consultation. Researching the...

What recourse against company who installed $ granite counters refuses to provide fabrication layout & said no leftover material

It may depend on the terms of your written agreement. If it is not spelled out in your agreement, it is possible that the leftover material may...