I agree with the answers of Attorneys Nakano and Straus. I have nothing more to add. I just want to emphasize that you need to seek the services of...

What may a mother do to protect her adult son who she feels is being taken advantage of by his live in partner?

I think you should first talk to your son and convince him to man up and set his foot down. Counseling may also help. He is an adult and should be...

Yes, you may file an unlawful detainer action. However, you must first serve a notice pursuant to the rules of civil procedure. Perhaps, what you...

What happens to goods bought with a purchase money security interest if the goods were brought to another country and gifted?

Yes, it's possible they could be discharged. The purchase money security interest attaches to the property and would be the basis for the creditor...

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What happens when there is a final judgment against me but I still don't want to pay the person who sued me?

You are not obligated to actually pay the person who won. That would certainly be the easiest way but if you don't want to, then he can look for...

Notice of Levy Served Upon non-debtor garnishee

Though not required, there is no harm if the process server himself signs and dates the notice of levy. The notice of levy is already in itself...

Do I still have a remedy in order to challenge the Income Withholding for Support? What must I file?

Yes, your remedy is to file a Request for Order with the court that issued the Income Withholding for Support. On the form, you will check the box...

When a legal contract has "jurisdiction" clause does it 100% mean that the lawsuit need to be brought on in the said place?

It depends on the wording of the contract. Is it mandatory that jurisdiction lies only with a certain court or courts of a particular county or...

How can I stop wage garnishment?

Yes, you have options to stop the wage garnishment. The first is to file a Claim for Exemption. There is a Judicial Council form that you can...

How do I find case law numbers re: child support arrearages, domestic support obligation (legal definition too) and bankruptcy?

Your claims for support including arrearages are not dischargeable. That's something good for you. The bankruptcy automatic stay issued by the...