Wasn't requested for Jury Duty for Monday, called back Monda and found out I have to show up on Tuesday

As mentioned, call the jury clerk and nicely explain your situation. This is defnitely better than not doing anything. There is a good chance the...

In regard to the exhibit list, check the local rules as well as "local local" rules - the rules of the department where the case will be tried. By...

In amending a complaint for negligence, do I repeat everything in the original complaint and just fix the problems?

I agree with above responses. Re-draft the complaint and name it "First Amended Complaint." You can use much of the same language from the...

What are my chances of getting time push back trial date I'n civil case I'n ca . Breach of contract I am plaintiff ?

I agree with above responses, but to some degree your chances are dependent on the judge and his/her caseload. Although all judges are under...

You need to state the necessary elements to state a claim as a matter of pleading. You do not need to prove anyhting at the pleadings stage. ...

What is the best language to use in framing an answer to interrogatories where you really don't have info or documents?

If you are responding to a request for production of documents, you can state something like the following: "The responding party is not in...

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Do you rights in a slip & fall, with no injuries?

If you are not injured, you probably do not have sufficient damges to justify a lawsuit. Even if you were emotionally traumatized, you likely do...

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Mr. Chen gives excellent advice. I often respond in similar situations as follows: "Responding party lacks information sufficient to admit or deny...

I am one of three people being sued. Only two of the defendants are being deposed at mediation. Why only depose 2 of us??

The depositions most likely are being taken for purposes of trial, not just mediation. If the mediation is not successful, the case may proceed to...

As noted, an attorney may directly contact a party who is in pro per. The attorney may not contact a party who is represented by counsel. The...