Can I ask the Court of Appeal for damages?

The court of appeal is not a fact-finding court. You must obtain a judgment for damages in the Superior Court. It is not clear what you mean by...

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Ask the clerk of the court to issue a subpoena for the witness you want to appear. Then take the subpoena to the sheriff's civil division (which...

Do I have to wait for the judges order to file a notice of appeal. Our hearing was today; 2-24-12.

You need to wait until the court enters judgment or enters an appealable order. You don't say what kind of hearing this was, so it may not be...

You may certainly subpoena records as a pro per litigant. You do need a deposition officer, however. The deposition officer is the person who...

My lawyer did not attend the trial, and lied to me. The court told me i lost because of failure to appear. what should i do?

I am sorry that a lawyer did this to you. Please follow Attorney Chen's suggestion and consult with another lawyer about setting aside the verdict...

Can a lawyer appear in small claims in CA as a witness against defendants, when he represents plaintiffs up to, but not at SC?

As Attorney Chen indicates, it is unlikely the lawyer's testimony is relevant. The contract says what it says, and only if it is ambiguous would...

As my colleagues have indicated, you can be sued anywhere and you must respond if the court has jurisdiction over you. You need competent counsel...

What do I do ?

Yes, call a Sacramento area criminal defense lawyer immediately. And for future reference, DO NOT ever put your personal information or...

Can I send in a statement and supporting documents to a civil hearing (no contact order) in lieu of attending in person?

As my colleagues have indicated, you should show up to avoid the "no contact" order being entered. All too often good people are tarnished by this...

You are correct that it is a bar rule. Lawyers are prohibited from communicating with a represented party. There is nothing wrong with nonlawyers...