My colleagues are correct. The equipment rental company can only recover for services rendered during the twenty days preceeding their service of...

I have an investor that wants to buy my house (short sale) if I list it with his realtor. Bad idea? Good idea?

Has your lender provided you with written terms for the modification of your loan after the trial period? Did the Bankruptcy Court "strip" the...

Can a HOA bill me for cleaning common areas without providing an invoice, pictures, dates or times of damage to common areas?

You should insist upon being provided with proof that the charges are your responsibility. Did other unit owners also receive the same letter? ...

Are there any banks working on loan modification directly with the owners? Do we need a legal rep?

You need to consult with a local real estate atttorney. Each situation needs to be examined separately. The banks have little obligation to work...

Do we need to be served papers in person,we got unlawful detainer in mail july 21 Does that mean we count from Saturday ?

I agree with Mr. Chen. Are you already an owner of the property or do you expect to receive an interest in it from the estate? An executor has...

SD County Land and Use Offices gave incorrect info. to my contractor which cost me thousands of dollars to correct, can I sue?

If you have a letter that states unequivocally that building permits would not be required, you may have good claims. You will need to file an...

I have a short form deed of trust for $400,000. Can I attach any incomes, profits, monies made by the Trustor, to pay down note?

There are some important questions to be answered. Was the note secured by your deed of trust used to pay a part of the purchase price of the...

We have 5 days to response to an eviction, what are the steps we take to get a court date.

I agree with the previous answers. You may also want to contact your local Legal Aid office to see if you qualify for no cost legal...

If a lawyer sends me a check for his unearned fees but I dispute the amount he is returning, should I not cash the check?

I agree with Mr. Chen. You may also want to contact the Los Angeles County Bar Association and request fee arbitration as to the remaining balance.

Can a debt collection attorney sue me for a credit card debt of $14K by ignoring my debt validation requests (2 times cert mail)

You need to file a written answer with the Court within 30 days of the date that service of the summons and complaint is made on you. You may...