Mandatory settlement conference rules regulations

Assuming you do not have counsel, the court expects the decision maker be present or available by phone. Although the court will not be happy at...

As a lien holder, and not the owner or driver of the vehicle, you shouldn't have any liability for the collision and damages.

Chapter 7 married filing individually. Do I list my wife as dependent on budget. Where else do I reference her? she unemployed

I agree with the answers above. But, keep in mind that a Chapter 7 discharge only discharges your personal liability for a particular debt, it does...

If a lawyer files an adversary complaint against the dismissal of a debt in bk, is the judgment awarded in state court valid?

Based on your facts, the judgment is still active, but as long as you are in bankruptcy, the attorney cannot attempt to collect on that judgment....

I would never recommend filing bankruptcy to just delay creditors. If you are going to file BK, then go through with it. As long as there is no...

Is a landlord allowed to charge for normal wear and tear on an 11 month lease?

The landlord cannot charge you for normal wear and tear. California law specifically allows the landlord to use a tenant's security deposit for...

The answer is yes as to both your questions. In both federal and state courts, you must have the correct jurisdiction in which you file the...

Should my spouse, or us both file for bankruptcy?

Please be aware that California is a community property state, therefore you and your spouse may be liable for the debts of the other. So, even if...

Owner of house going through short sale process, what will happen to us (renters with signed lease) when bank approves?

What your fact pattern fails to state is whether you know if the new owner is or is not taking the property with an agreement to honor your lease....

A proposed judgment depends on the ruling by the court. If the court grants the summary judgment in its entirety, then you should be allowed to...