Do I have to do depositions in a lawsuit's discovery? Or can I subpoena the folks as witnesses and ask questions at the stand?

If the witnesses are the opposition's (or you don't know if their testimony is unfavorable or not), you'll certainly be at disadvantage. ...

I agree with Mr. Wiener. I would just add that the statute of limitations (whether it's on a written or oral contract) begins to run, i.e., time...

Noticing a motion 7 days before the hearing may be an issue in and of itself. Regardless, you may also want to call the department clerk and let...

I have proof that one of the defendants lied under oath and I want to file a motion for summary judgment against that

The fact one defendant may have lied is not a reason to file an MSJ against anyone. MSJs are appropriate where there are no triable issues of...

If you really need legal relief from what you allege they did, you should probably just use the legal system and your lawsuit to seek recourse....

What can I do to ask the judge to take notice of the fact that the defendant is intentionally delaying the case?

If the defendant is truly disobeying orders and being unprofessional, in future motions and filings, consider looking for opportunities to review...

Is there anything I can do about an Orthodontics office forging my signiture on a contract holding me responsible for bill?

Are you saying that you didn't sign anything before the certain appliances were installed in your son's mouth? Assuming you did sign an agreement...

What if the boss tells you directly that the word on the street in that you stole something?

Also, if you're asking about defamation, mentioning what the "word on the street" is (aka rumor) almost certainly doesn't rise to the level of a...

How to find out about a plaintiffs other cases?

Depending on the court and the documents you want to review, you may be able to access some filings/case information online.

Despite after two meet and confers, the defendant failed to provide full and complete responses to form interrogatories 15.1 and

I would simply add that the defendant might very likely be able to defeat your MSJ by simply filing a declaration, which raises that triable issue...