Do I need to ask leave of the Court to serve a subpoena duces tecum upon a non-party prior to serving the summons/complaint?
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Answered on July 24, 2020
I agree that the statute appears to require a motion, and a quick search did not yield any alternative. Cal. Shellfish does appear to be against...
Can I still be deposed if the civil case (personal injury) was discharged in a bankruptcy proceeding?
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Answered on July 23, 2020
You are missing a few facts, like what was the disposition of the BK. If you were discharged, then you will not be liable for pre-BK debts, with...
Charging wife with violation of CR160 is still viable?
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Answered on July 23, 2020
I changed to area to divorce because your situation requires consideration of several family law principles. Consider consulting with a local...
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Can I do anything in this situation or I have to pay them anyway?
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Answered on July 21, 2020
30 days notice is required. Consider:
https://www.apartmentlist.com/renter-life/writing-notice-to-vacate-letter-template
What to do when you have accidentally signed a medical authorization form?
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Answered on July 21, 2020
You don't provide much context, but your medical records will be discoverable once litigation starts. Hiding your records will only help in a...
If the plaintiff refuses to attend a deposition, do I need to participate in them deposing me if they request one?
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Answered on July 21, 2020
You raise several issues. In general you can compel, but under the circumstances you should make every effort at reasonable accommodation and...
Can a paralegal appear on behalf on of the attorney they work for in small claims court with express written permission?
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Answered on July 20, 2020
Attorneys are not allowed in small claims, and paralegals may not provided legal respresentation in court. However, if the attorney has a legal...
When a person is subpoenaed out state
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Answered on July 20, 2020
If this is a California state action, you may need to get a commission to take an out of state deposition. This will allow the foreign state to...
I’m being sued by a cult over “defamation” but I need help with getting legal support to protect myself from a default judgement
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Answered on July 18, 2020
Agreeing with attorney Koslyn, you need counsel. Try the SF Bar Association lawyer referral service, or consider discussing the matter with a...
What are venue options if suing a CA business for malicious prosecution and intentional infliction of emotional damages?
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Answered on July 18, 2020
The basic rule is where defendant resides or where the injury occured.. You can almost always sue there. A corporation "resides" where it's...