Archived
My parents hired an attorney to represent them in a foreclosure case but the attorney failed to appear. Can they sue for damage?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 16, 2015
I really cannot make sense of your description your parents' case, but in general . . . if they had an adverse result as a result of their lawyer's...
Archived
Are attornies bound by their incorrect pleadings?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 16, 2015
The plaintiff will have to prove the claim alleged (though leave to amend is granted very liberally, and plaintiff could still likely amend), but I...
Archived
Can I sue for fraud? If not, is there anything else that I can sue for?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 16, 2015
When you write "Court upheld form I signed," what do you mean? Are you referring to the dismissal with prejudice, or some written agreement you had...
Archived
If your are appealing a civil jury verdict based on abuse of discretion by court; are you appealing to have verdict overturned?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 16, 2015
First, I am a little confused by your reference to the "district court," given that you say your question regards the law in California, where the...
Archived
Do I need a lawyer in small claims appeal in California?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 16, 2015
The limited amount in dispute in a small claims action can make it very difficult to have an attorney handle your case cost-effectively. I think...
Archived
Transcripts in the Appellate Court
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 13, 2015
I think Dabney Finch's response is probably the easiest way to go, but there is, technically, a way for you to use those transcripts that have...
Archived
Is writing an introduction necessary for an appellant's reply brief?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 11, 2015
I cannot recall ever omitting an introduction from a reply brief, but the introduction never resembles the one from the opening brief. I suppose...
Archived
Is a California Supreme Court denial of a Petition for Review considered the end of the appeal process?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on August 11, 2015
Since you mentioned a writ in the district court and asked about whether the denial signifies the "end" of the appeal process, my guess is that...
Archived
How long does it normally take for a ruling on a statutory writ of mandate?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on July 31, 2015
Herb is certainly correct that the time varies. I once had to wait three and one-half months! My longest waits have been when the court issues an...
Archived
What type of attorney do I need for this? Estate? General litigation?
Greg's answer
|
Answered on July 31, 2015
Are you sure you actually need ANY kind of lawyer at this point? Your question says that the other parties are "unlikely to return the difference...
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
The Avvo Rating explained
The Avvo Rating explained