I'm suing for personal injury in small claims court. What can I expect from the defendant's lawyer?

If you are in Small Claims, I am assuming your medical bills are not too terribly high; look out for arguments that you "over treated" or your...

In the process of filing bankruptcy (not 7 or 13, with ligitation in process from car accident pending, can I lose the $$

California does allow certain exemptions to be declared to help protect some assets in a Bankruptcy filing. You are allowed to have a certain...

I was at fault in an auto accident and received a bill from a lawyer on behalf of the other drivers insurance, what should i do?

First, I would consult with a Bankruptcy lawyer, and check to see if you would qualify for Bankruptcy protection. If so, then send a short letter...

Request in writing that the other party request in writing their insured disclose his or her limits. In California, we have a strict privacy act. ...

Possibly; you would need to see what evidence you have of a verbal agreement. If you have a written agreement, then it would be easier to see what...

What legal action can I take if an auto lease (which was not mine) was added to my credit report and caused my score to drop?

If they negligently or knowingly did so, then you could have some damages known as "damages to credit." What I would do is write them a letter and...

Can I legally abandon a car?

You have duty to not leave an abandoned vehicle. What you should do is donate it to charity, a tow yard, or put it on Craigs List for free. I...

Slip and fall accident

If you were working at the time, then you would have a Workers' Compensation Claim. You may also have a claim against a third party as well, but...

First, you need to make sure if you have insurance, and report the accident. This way your insurance can indemnify and protect you (defend you in...

First, you need to make sure if you have insurance, and report the accident. This way your insurance can indemnify and protect you (defend you in...