Do I still have to comply with a stipulation?

There is not enough information here to answer your question. But if a stipulation is signed by all parties and it is not required to be signed by...

Why is the standard of review so important in Appelate Court arguments?

The standard of review is an usual concept, that tells the appellate court how to consider the arguments. Does the court assume the trial judge was...

Should I do only the court trial thru the DA’s victims department helpo to get compensation, or both , with a private attorney

Both. The insurance company needs to be Please provide more dealt with by an experienced attorney.

How can I get a civil suit dismissed ?

If more than 5 years, file a motion to dismiss. If less than 5 years, it is discretionary with the judge.

Parents' emotional distress - will one parent get more damages than the other?

The jury decided each parents loss and can award different amounts.

Yes you can. Make sure you have a good handle on the value of the case and the costs and risks of going to trial.

Motion to compel 3rd party discovery

You need to first properly subpoena the records.

Is it legal for your lawyer to hold your claim checks if they do not posses power of attonery

If it is a partial settlement or a settlement with just one defendant and there are medical bills more than the check, the attorney must hold the...

3294 refers to damages that you are requesting for any cause of action, including fraud, that would support punitive damages. You must plead facts...

In the California court of appeal a plaintiff can state how he will amend his complaint to cure a defect if given leave. Does

It refers to what the Plaintiff presented to the trial court as to how the Plaintiff could have amended the complaint.