I would exercise caution due to a possible anti-SLAPP motion against you. If you sue for wrongful eviction, the landlord could file a motion...

If in fact the emails were not part of "any court record"---meaning the trial court never reviewed them---then you generally can't use them on...

My Son was convicted of a number of crimes, and sentenced to seven years to life, the person that did the crimes later admitteed

It would seem to a layperson that the release of your son would be obvious and quick. Sadly, the law to exonerate a convicted person isn't so...

Federal court the attorney we hired didn't file any motions

When Ms. Finch said he would have to show "prejudice," she meant a petition would have to present evidence indicating a reasonable chance that he...

Where to file an Appeal from a decision at the 9th District Court?

It seems you mean the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal. In that case, you would ask permission of the United States Supreme Court permission to...

I need to appeal a decision to be banned from jail visitations in la county. how do i begin? and are there fee waIVERS? i am

This seems like an internal prison issue, rather than something you could necessarily challenge straight away in the courts. You certainly could...

Can I appeal a judicial ruling that affects me, even though I did not file the motion?

I would certainly consult an attorney. You shouldn't be thinking about appeals at this stage, but your trial-level litigation strategy. For...

It means that the case is over and both parties agreed not to contest the result.

If the court sustains the demurrer of the defendants and allows the complaint to be amended?

My colleagues are correct. As a more general matter, an appeal typically can occur only when the trial court proceedings are done. Here, plaintiff...

How can I best win the following appeal hearing in L.A. Superior Court tomorrow morning, contesting an unjust parking citation?

Although I can't speak to the particular citation appeal procedure, your factual explanation regarding lack of notice makes sense. I would include...