In California, the owner is strictly liable for all damage that his dog does. Pay the vet bills, or turn it over to your homeowner's / renter's...

Is it common , normal for a court house to make you leave your phone with the security officer?

Most courts prohibit cameras and recorders. You can get a transcript.

Is it legal for the Post Office to refuse to deliver mail to a home I own if it is not currently my full time residence?

Take down the vacant sign, and file a temporary change of address. File a complaint with the postmaster.

No, it is not illegal to do that, unless the note contains a threat.

Is it illegal to park a travel trailer on empty lot

There is no land that isn't owned by somebody. Even if it is not fenced or posted, you would be tresspassing. However, you might want to google...

Just wondering how much is it for a lawyer to appear on court for petty theft?how is it charged?

This is a question that should be addressed to crim law attorneys... I'll change the practice area for you.

Is my noncompete enforceable?

My guess is that they will not enforce it, based upon their past non-action, and the client/non client ambiguity. But they might.

My husband purchased a house and we both live as joint tenants with right of survivorship Grant Deed we went to a notary.

If they are trying to charge more than $25, they are violating California law. See http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/legal_guides/h-1.shtml

The crematorium sends the ashes in a cardboard box, sometimes a bag. He should release the cremains to you without nicking you for his urn. Ask...

Legal action against an Store for selling defective product

If you charged it to a credit card, the easiest first action is to dispute the charge. (I'm wondering what ornament goes for that kind of money.)