What can i do to get this money back?

This is the kind of dispute that Small Claims court was made for. The fact that she returned $450 is a good indication that she knew she owed...

What is considered normal "wear and tear" when renting an apartment?

Impossible to say for sure without seeing the carpet, but after four years and the fact that the carpet is older than that, your landlord should...

In a contract I just received, it requests that all facsimile copies be treated as originals. Is that a typical request?

This has become fairly standard. You can add the email provision, but you should contact the other side and make sure they agree. Your adding it...

Can lack of safety in building be grounds to claim constructive eviction?

It may be enough to get out of the lease. It is really a question of degree. Make sure you document the conditions - dated photos are good. Make...

Civil Judgement for a debt in California with my ex from over 20 yrs ago and I have no knowledge of ever having a loan???

To provide an answer will require a review of the documents. Take everything to a local attorney. Many will give you a short, no cost consultation.

Can I sue this California railroad company?

No, you cannot sue Amtrak for being late. Your only options are to take an earlier train or to find a different mode of transportation. ...

Can I have a temporary restraining order from my neighbors denied because I have done nothing to them?

A TRO is just that - "temporary". It will become a permanent order (or at least an order in place for 3 years) after a hearing. You will need...

My husbands attorney is suing me for not sending her my docs that she requested on time. Can she do that?

I doubt he is suing you. More than likely, he is requesting sanctions for your failure to comply with discovery requests. You will probably have...

Can the plaintiff in a Civil Unlimited case ask for a "transfer" or change of venue in California?

No. You cannot challenge the venue you selected. The defendant could. Or you both might be able to agree to a transfer, assuming the court would...

Tentative rulings are not final orders. You should still have an opportunity to convince the judge there is an error, perhaps at the hearing on...