Questions answered by Arthur Henry Skola

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Is a contract only subject to the laws in existence at the time of its execution or will it be affected by new laws?

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

It would be better if the transactions were mentioned. But taxes are imposed on transactios ocurring after their passage and impose them on the...

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If I hire a process server for small claims suit, and they can't get a hold of the person I'm suing, what options do I have?

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

Ordinarily you have to show a diligent effort to serve the defendant. Your process server will fill out the affidavits. Four attempts at...

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I have civil and criminal charges against me. The civil suit is asking for a settlement of 3 million up front. I do not have

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

Hire a lawyer. Criminal charges are serious. You cannot defend yourself effectively. You must have a lawyer. Civil claims of $3,000,000 are...

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Can a case on an unlimited civil case be reopen on an unsatisfied judgement case

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

This is a bit conusing. I assume you are the defendant in a civil case that went to judgment but you have satisfied only part of the judgment. ...

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If in CA you file civil business case against a Nevada corporation, which has a Nevada Registered agent: service ...

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

N. You should only be suing the company in Caliornia if the company does business in California. If the company does business in California it...

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Calif--business civil suit: is it correct or necessary when suing a partnership to sue the general partners?...... ,

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

In California you can sue the partnership itself. Suing the individual partners is permissive. CCP Sec. 338(a). Suing the individuals makes the...

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Wage garnishment for an Independent contractor who has an S-Corp on a 1099.

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

I agree with what others have said and only add an observation or two. If there is judgment, it would be against your corporation from the facts...

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How to file ex parte motion?

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

First, you should hire an attoney. If the other side has an attorney and you are unrepresented, you wil almost certainly lose, regardless of the...

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What fees and problems do a company incur when they get sued for anything?

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

I am also admitted to practice in New York, but this is a pretty general question that does not depend on any state's laws. Large companies with...

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How do consolidated cases proceed at trial?

Arthur's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

You do not need to consolidate them. They are already in the same case with the same case number before the same judge. All discovery will be...

Arthur Henry Skola's Answers (184)

Is a contract only subject to the laws in existence at the time of its execution or will it be affected by new laws?

If I hire a process server for small claims suit, and they can't get a hold of the person I'm suing, what options do I have?

I have civil and criminal charges against me. The civil suit is asking for a settlement of 3 million up front. I do not have

Can a case on an unlimited civil case be reopen on an unsatisfied judgement case

If in CA you file civil business case against a Nevada corporation, which has a Nevada Registered agent: service ...

Calif--business civil suit: is it correct or necessary when suing a partnership to sue the general partners?...... ,

Wage garnishment for an Independent contractor who has an S-Corp on a 1099.

How to file ex parte motion?

What fees and problems do a company incur when they get sued for anything?

How do consolidated cases proceed at trial?