Introduction of legal authorities at trial.

If you are having a jury trial, prior to trial, you will be asked to identify the jury instructions you want read to the jury. At that time you...

Do I have to fax a copy of the moving papers to the plaintiff when filing an exparte motion ?

Most courts require that, at some point, you provide copies of the papers to the other side. But when is governed by local rules so check the...

Some things are civil or criminal in nature; other things are only criminal. Perjury is criminal. You'll find it in the Penal code. That also...

What does this mean?

Sometimes clerks have a language all their own! The best way to find out what it means is to call the court clerk and ask for a translation.

You need to seek legal counsel as soon as possible. If you were never served, you have a basis to set aside the default judgment against you. You...

Appeal question

I am also puzzled by what you mean. Please add a comment to explain what you want the court to do, and perhaps one of us can provide you with more...

How can I get a motion to obtain text messages through my cell phone carrier

Since you want messages sent to your phone, you may be able to get documents regarding the messages without a subpoena, by providing the company...

Can a Court of Appeal decide the appeal on a proposed order or is it okay as long as that order was later entered into judgment?

The facts you state are a bit confusing. But, yes, the Court of Appeal can decide an appeal based on the "proposed order" if it was later entered...

Appeal question

Do not wait until the remittitur issues. File you motion now. As you have discovered, appeals are very difficult to handle alone. There are many...

In my state, the rules are generally the same as indicated by Mr. Brinkmeier. Each party must file a list of witnesses it will call and exhibits...

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