Since you don't actually know that the installer failed to clean up before putting down the new carpet and pad (honestly, having overseen hundreds...

This is regarding a cost overrun run up by a contractor doing a job for me on a time and materials basis.

If you agreed to pay for the work done before, and then agreed to pay more for the next phase, you may be stuck owing the full amount. But, you...

If I hire a GC to do foundation construction on my home that results in damage to the house next door - who is responsible?

Your neighbor would have claims against you. You in turn could then bring claims against the general, who would likely assert claims against his...

Windows do not close properly four years after installation. What is the statute of limitations to file claim?

There are various time periods involved, called statutes of limitation and statutes of repose, when dealing with construction defect claims. The...

Discovery

You can try written interrogatories or a deposition of the witness. If the witness refuses to appear for deposition, then you may be able to...

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This question is about a civil appeal...

Your question is too complex to get an answer on the AVVO website. Appeals generally are complex. You need to contact a local appellate attorney...

Is a retired judge that hires out from JAMS considered a subordinate judicial officer?

A retired judge that is working as a judge through JAMS or other ADR providers is a private judge and is not acting as a court representative. He...

What are some laws governing rentals?

Contact your city about the parking situation. Some cities have ordinance preventing parking on lawns or sidewalks. If the brick and shrub area...

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If I receive a notice of related case and entry of order for Case Status Conference and want to file Motion 2 Consolidate,

Without going into a lot of detail, which may be required for your particular situation, the case that was filed first is the one where any motion...

I am Plaintiff in pro per in a wrongful eviction lawsuit. Do I have to disclose an eviction that occurred over 10 years ago.

Were you evicted? Then yes you have to disclose it. Do so with an objection as to relevance and other grounds so you can argue later on that it...