Can affirmative defenses be included in the defendant's answer "in order to preserve defendant's rights?" It seems they should

It is standard for a defendant responding to interrogatory 15.1 to state affirmative defenses were plead in order to avoid waiver and that...

In regard to your question of how costs are figured into the contingency fee calcuation, there is no standard or statute that applies and it...

Is it allowed that opponent or his attorney bother witnesses?

Attorneys may contact witnesses to discuss the events; there is no prohibition. Merely contacting individuals who is a witness cannot be consider...

You should not have personal liability for the rental vehicle in excess of the approved rates of your insurance company. As indicated by the other...

If I lived in a house with no lease, can I be sued for property damage?

You don't have a lease, so there is no breach of contract action. However, you can still be responsible if your negligent conduct caused the...

Are you able to sue the gas station? Sure. Are you going to win? Very doubtful. You need to first establish the gas station was negligent. The...

Prior to January 1, 2013, there was no time limit on depositions. Now, Code of Civil Procedure Section 2025.290 limits depositions in State court...

How Do I Get My Lawyer To Return My Funds Held In His Lawyer/Client Trust Account?

You should first find a lawyer you want to replace the current attorney. The new lawyer can review the file and determine why the funds are in the...

Can I get a court order to have other side respond sooner to my discovery?

It is very unlikely a court would require discovery responses in less then 30 days, regardless of the number. There must be a showing that you wil...

How do I get a good attorney to handle litigation and how much should I reveal to avoid being taken advantage of? I want results

Initially, it is difficult to answer because every legal situation is different. Some cases can be taken on contingency while others require an...