Correct. A dismissal with prejudice means you are prevented from suing again on the same factual basis. A dismissal without prejudice allows you...

I got caught shoplifting at walmart & im 18.

The letter referred to is a civil demand letter from a law firm, probably Palmer Reifler or Neal Tenen. These firms send out thousands of letters...

I filed a motion for default. After a few days, the judge stated "leave to file - granted"

Yes. You won. File papers for your judgment by default to get your final judgment.

Why should the seller contribute to the buyer loan in a short sale

The seller should not contribute unless the short sale benefits them more than a foreclosure. Usually it does not, unless there is the possibility...

I gave a deposition in a custody case. I was deposed by opposing attorney. My uncle's attorney did not think i would be deposed

You can only get in trouble if you lie in response to a question. If they ask you about conversations with the attorney, testify completely and...

My mother has custody of my nephew. He stole her credit cards and charged $3500 online. Is she responsible for those purchases?

If you filed charges and send her credit card company a copy of the police report, chances are credit card companies will let her off the hook.

Can I press any kind of charges against my ex boyfriend for taking my diary out of my purse ? Is there anyway I can get it back?

You can report him to police for stealing the diary. You can file a civil suit against him for conversion of property.

Foreclosure

60 days is not correct. They have to record a Notice of Default, give you 90 days to cure. If still not cured, they can give you a minimum 20...

Can a HOA be 100% self managed in San Diego, CA?

Many HOA's do not have a professional manager for cost reasons. You need to become familiar with the HOA laws or have a good attorney set you up...

Once you place real property into a trust, can you take it out?

It depends upon the terms of the trust. If it is a typical living trust she has the power to transfer assets in and out. Beneficiaries and...