What can I do when someone stole my mail and doesnt even live with me?

If you are sure that this person is stealing your mail, you can report her to the USPS Postal Inspector. Mail theft is a federal offense,...

What length extension for filing a motion to compel is reasonable?

I agree with my colleagues. Two weeks is a pretty typical extension, but it will depend on the specific circumstances of the case (approaching...

What is a reversemorgage?

It's basically a home equity loan. Please refer to the following link for further information, which is more detailed than what I could provide on...

In my experience, there is no general pattern regarding which party makes the first settlement offer. It all depends on the facts of the case, the...

How do I properly submit a Motion to Vacate Default Judgement? Have to be notarized? What if nothing can be collected?

As Mr. Chen states, you'll need to prepare and file a notice of motion and motion to vacate the default judgment, along with a memorandum of points...

My question is if the judge ruled in my favor for a motion to quash service of summons

Exactly as Mr. Chen has indicated. Though the judge deemed the service ineffective by granting the motion to quash, this only requires the landlord...

If the party filed a Demur instead of answer can discovery be propounded?

Yes. The plaintiff may generally propound written discovery at any time 10 days after service of the summons, whereas the defendant propound at any...

How does the choice of provision law hold up in a court of law in California?

Parties are generally bound to the terms of contracts they voluntarily enter into. If your credit card agreement with BOFA states that the...

I have been involved in a breach of contract unlimited civil action with a trial date set for the January 23, 2012.

I agree with Mr. Daymude. Parties can agree to accept service electronically (see CA Code of Civil Procedure 1010.6(a) and CA Rules of Court...

If the defendant agreed to extend the deadline for filing motion for responses and further responses, will that be

I agree with Mr. O'Brien. The court does not need to know about the extension---no additional filing is necessary. But send a confirming letter or...