If I sue a defective rug manufacturer in NJ and I'm in CA, then must I sue the manufacturer in their state of NJ?

No, you are not required to sue in NJ court. CA has a long arm statute that may qualify. Your attorney (get one if you haven't already) can do a...

Can contributory negligence reduce the damage award on strict liability tort damages?ie; conversion and trespassing and fraud 2x

You may be confusing contributory and comparative negligence- which is easy to do. As far as contributory negligence goes- you are correct in that...

You'll want to check the Local Rules for your district court, which are accessible on the Court's webpage. Most federal courts in CA accept...

PLEASE do not let this be the attorney writing this question! Assuming you/your poor friend is the client, she should inform the judge of the...

Should a lawyer supply you with an itemize billing?

Check your Retainer Agreement. You're probably not owed an "itemized billing," but your attorney should be able to call you and give you a...

I made evidentiary objections at motion for summary judgment hearing but I didn't ask for a ruling did I waive these objections?

I believe you are correct. The objections you made should be part of the record, and preserved for appeal. In the craziness of hearings,...

How do I get a contractor to finish a job that a subcontractor started, but never finished.

Here is how you leverage the contractor: (1) Threaten to report him to the Contractors State License Board. Contractors take this VERY seriously. ...

"CCP 473(b)-APPLICATION TO FILE RESPONDENT'S BRIEF IN OPPOSITION

Generally, whenever you file a motion, the non-moving party (gov't agency here) has a statutory right to respond with its opposition. While its...

Are You Able To Drop A Labor Case And Not Pay Any Fees To Your Attorney in California?

Read your Retainer Agreement. If you agreed to pay your attorney a certain rate per hour, then you are obligated to compensate him/her for the...

I got a complete tune up on my 03 Honda civic. 13 days later while warming my car the engine seized due to no oil.

I agree that this sounds unfair. However, it seems the shop disclosed upfront what they did not cover. In general, it is the owner's...