Questions regarding scheduling and conducting a deposition by pro per.

I agree with my colleagues on all points. I add only that you can demand that your opponent bring original documents to the deposition. If you...

I'm not sure what you mean by "137b." In CA procedure there is a 128.7 motion and in federal procedure there is a Rule 11 motion. Both are for...

Attorney Chen's response is correct. I would add that you might have Hague Convention issues, which are difficult to handle even as an attorney. ...

How much are attorney fees for a civil case if I want to sue somebody?

This is a difficult question to answer on this type of forum. You should call a couple of attorneys in your area, make appointments, and explain...

No, a discovery order is not appealable. It is only reviewable on appeal at the end of the case. but that is not always the best way to deal with...

What should I do if the attorney takes away my evidence and never return?

Is the trial over? Was the evidence introduced? Perhaps the attorney was only getting marked evidence off your table to give to the courtroom...

ADA judgement - please translate to layman's terms.

Apparently the defendant made a motion for summary judgment, which means a finding from the court that ther is no dispute of fact that requiring a...

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Can a judge limit/bar the introduction of a defendants records of good character in opening and/or closing statements?

Generally, judges have the discretion to determine if evidence is admissible or not, and to control the proceedings before them, which includes...

Process of service. Does getting served At work qualify as a legal way of getting served?

You do not say what was served. A summons and complaint? A subpoena? Whatever it is, do not ignore it! You have actual knowledge of the...

My attorney wants to bring another attorney in for a referral fee. Is this normail? What fee is reasonable?

Under the California Rules of Professional Conduct, you must consent in writing to any referral fee paid. A true referral fee is where the...

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