Selection of case type for civil case cover sheet in case involving multiple causes of action.

If you are filing in an appropriate county and district, the choice of whether to check 06, 16, or 33 is probably not significant. The main...

How can property record be made to show invalid Mechanic's Lien finally released by contractor was NOT released because I paid?

Mechanic's liens may be filed against an owner by material suppliers or subcontractors due to non-payment by a general or other subcontractor. ...

Prior answers have already let you know that you need to conduct the deposition within 75 miles of the deponent's residence or within the county...

What do I need to know about having discussions with opposing counsel?

You are well advised by attorney Koslyn to listen and avoid making statements as much as possible if communicating with opposing counsel. You also...

Discovery limits are per party rather than per cause of action or cross-complaint. For example 35 special interrogatories may be propounded from...

In the state of California if the first mortgage is foreclosed and the second was only purchase money should be foreclosed too?

This question is not clear. But it seems to be addressing the issue of a first and second trust deed used to purchase a personal residence. If...

It is not clear what hearing is set, what type of proof of service is involved, etc. Assuming that this is an order to show cause re: service or...

Any reason to wait for ruling on demurrer before propounding discovery?

First, you need a plan as to how and why you will be pursuing discovery. In some cases, discovery may not be desirable since it encourages the...

Where do I find an attorney, and what types of compensation arrangements are typical?

You can search for attorneys on Avvo, through the state bar web site, through a web search, or through local bar associations. You would have to...

Can they force me to pay to take my deposition again?

Once a deposition is completed, and assuming your deposition was actually completed, Code of Civil Procedure section 2025.610(a) would ordinarily...