Format for stipulation to shorten time to serve motion papers.

Agreeing with counsel, consider these...

Am I bound to the small claim amount I filed for, or can I legally still demand an amount greater than the $10,000 limit?

It is very unusual for a plaintiff to want to transfer a small claims matter to civil court. It is not clear that it can be done. Defendants can...

Can a new suit be filed?

Agreeing with attorney Doland, "with prejudice" means the claims cannot be filed again. If there are different claims based on different facts...

Agreeing with attorney Klatt, the declaration is hearsay. There are many exceptions, but they generally will not apply if there is a witness who...

On the one hand, trespassing is wrong and illegal entry is wrong. On the other hand, they are just kids and the police are not concerned with...

Generally yes, but you may have to move if access is needed. Start by getting a copy of the easement and reading it.

Agreeing with attorney Klatt, read the authorities he cites. The process is hassle, but you need to follow each step.

I need to know if the summons I was served is legitimate

Agreeing with attorneys James and Doland, there are a couple of levels of "legitimacy" you may want to consider. First, as suggested above, check...

Can more than one state have jurisdiction?

Agreeing with counsel, the short answer is, "Yes." Jurisdiction can be possible in multiple states. You may want to restate the question to get...

Paga lawsuit for lunch and meal breaks

While agreeing with attorney James, I changed the area of law to employment and labor because PAGA usually refers to such claims, even if the...