If one signs something under duress, is it still a legal signing?...

No. Indeed, it isn't even close to what the court would consider duress. There was nothing that forced you to sign those documents.

I counter-filed in a RO case, the def/plaintiff didn't retain an attorney 'til we were in the courtroom, am I liable for fees?

It is absolutely impossible to know what forms you signed, without reading them. In general, you should never sign a form without reading it,...

A problem occurred while my LLC was suspended, if I reinstate the LLC, Can I be protected from liability?

If the Secretary of State "canceled" your LLC application, it was likely because there was a problem with your initial filing fee. As such, LLC...

I received a request for entry of default, is there anything that i can do do get additional time.

If the sheriff is already involved, then the landlord has already obtained a judgment against you. If your landlord will not agree to work with...

Investor dispute with German founder

I'm not clear what you mean by "viability." I assume you were in California when you signed the note. California has a very broad "long-arm"...

Page Count, Word Count Limits

The demurrer is treated as a motion, for purposes of page length. As such, you are limited to 15 pages, per Rule 3.1113 (d) of the California...

This strategy is extremely dangerous. You owe a fiduciary duty to your minority shareholder, which means that you cannot co-opt a corporate...

Legally how long do you have before you have to start probate proceedings?

I am sorry to hear of your loss. There is no time limit set by law to start a probate. It is generally advisable to start the process as...

As a backup trustee (original trustor recently deceased) should i have received a full and complete copy of the revocable trust?

You do not have a right to a complete copy of the trust until a trustee position is vacant and you are eligible to fill it, or unless you are a...

3 day notice served by certified mail, is return receipt necessary? What if tenant refuse to sign it? How to count the 3rd day.

The law does not allow service by certified mail, unless you have also posted the notice in a conspicuous place before the mailing. Moreover, you...