I was served a UD & summons. The summons, SUM-100, stated I had 30 days to respond. Is motion to quash correct form to rebut?

First, check to see if the court clerk actually entered the default. An astute clerk may have noticed that the wrong summons was issued, and...

As a new landlord of a condo, can u raise the rent up to market value for current tenant? (costa-hawkins law)

The fact that you are a new landlord does not change your ability to increase the rent under Costa-Hawkins. Your rights under Costa-Hawkins are...

Can i be excluded from my parents estate because i'm a step child?

I agree with the answer of my colleague. You should note, however, that "persons of the half blood" are not the same as stepchildren under the...

What can I do to show proof that I am my father's daughter without a birth certificate to obtain a passport ?

Unfortunately, passport applications are not a subject that many lawyers deal with. The United States' State Department can give you guidance...

How does preserving issues for Writ of Mandate re: a discovery motion decision, differ from preserving issues for appeal?

I doubt this issue comes up very often. In general, the same rules of review apply in writ proceedings and in appeals. You need to look to...

How do i get an order from a Superior Court Judge to enforce arbitration clause, in order to dismiss a small claims case?

It appears that the small claims judge wants you to file a petition to compel arbitration in the superior court, pursuant to Section 1281.2 of the...

What legal consequences will an attorney face for violation and non compliance of Evidence code 1560(e)?

I assume the attorney in question is one that you previously hired to represent you, but does not represent you now. In terms of the subpoenas,...

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Debt Collection Lawsuit filed by Plaintiff's Counsel with No Prior Collection Letter - Does this violate any collection rules?

I am surprised that a debt collector would proceed directly to court, without first contacting you. I do not believe, however, that there is any...

Can I serve a California Superior Court suit on a defendant, who may live/work in California, while they are out of state?

There is no problem with serving defendants wherever you can find them. I have actually seen people serve one another in the courthouse in...

Fighting foreclosure in California. When / How to bring in the supposed owner of the first?

At an absolute minimum, you should name as a defendant each and every person and entity who is foreclosing or threatening to foreclose on your...