It happens far more often in federal court where the timeline for the filing and hearing of an MSJ is much shorter. The defendants cannot simply...

I entered a partnership with a man about a year ago, but I've never got involved in the business, except I put $37500.

I agree that this looks like a con. Scammers like this keep everyone away by making excuse after excuse. I believe it is unlikely you will see...

Will a voluntary dismissal of Cross-Complaint end the litigation, considering the default judgment was vacated?

If the default judgment against the defendant has been vacated, that means the plaintiff vs. defendant action is now alive and well. If the...

Can a motion to dismiss cross-complaint be filed prior to the deadline to file first amended cross-complaint?

You cannot file a motion to dismiss a pleading that has not yet been filed. I am sorry if I have misunderstood your question, but I think that is...

Who is required to get discrimination or sexual harassment training in CA?

With all due respect to my colleagues, they are incorrect on this one. On August 17, 2007 regulations were approved by the Department of Fair...

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Can my employer fire me for sustaining an injury at a grocery store and having restrictions by the doctor?

It is not inappropriate for the employer to ask for clarification as to what kind of restrictions you have. When the doctor said "return to full...

How will I present my discrimination case to an attorney?

A great way is to create a chronology of events, meaning a timeline so that the attorney can at a glance see what happened in order of what...

If an applicant asks a future employer to not contact his/her current employer, is he legally bound to comply?

Mr. Doland and Mr. Chen are correct. While it may be a matter of courtesy and respect, it is certainly not a legal duty to refrain from speaking...

I was suspended from work on 9/21/2012. To this date I have not received a letter stating why or for how long. Is this legal?

Unless you are a member of a union or a government entity, it is not unlawful for a company to suspend you indefinitely. It is certainly rude,...

Forced resignation

If you do not meet the conditions, you can resign or call their bluff and you will either be terminated or they will not terminate you. You will...