Is the lawyer responsible for making sure client signs fee agreement?

It is absolutely the responsibility of a lawyer to obtain a signed fee agreement whenever a retainer of $1000 or more is obtained or the work to be...

Can a manager abuse of his, or her title

You could send a certified letter to the human resources department with your concerns. If you send it with the green card that shows receipt of...

Does retainer count as payment toward fees?

While I'm an attorney in California, here a retainer always counts as payment toward fees. You should ask your attorney for an explanation of his...

In order to be responsible for your injuries or damages, a store must be negligent. It is not enough that you fell and hurt yourself or that you...

What Type Of Service for Amended Complaint in California Tort Action?

Until the other party has filed an answer to your complaint, you must have an amended complaint physically served.

I have an approved Loan Mod. in Calif. Dec'09. Last week SPS said they are cancelling my mod. Can they do that? I need help?

Have a lawyer look at this. They will need to review all the documents and possibly write a letter. You may want to contact the California...

Missed a 30d deadline on summons by 4 days. filed a motion to quash POS. worried - what if Judge denies my motion ?

Even if the other party is granted a default, you can file another motion to set aside the default and these are routinely granted. But don't...

What can I do about my uninsured car that was parked in my garage at a place that I'm renting and was damaged due to fire?

If the fire was caused by the owner of the garage next to mine, they would be responsible for your loss. HOA probably won't pay, nor their insurance.

Can I get out of my contract with Great Expectations

You should look at the contract and look for a governing law clause. That will tell you what law applies to the contract. Then ask a lawyer from...

Does a joint checking account have to be closed if only person is filing bankruptcy?

No, it doesn't have to be closed. If it is closed, the bankruptcy court may in fact view the closing as an attempt to hide assets. It would be...