What is the best approach to gain access to my dad's estate. I think his bank is managing his trust.

Was your father's property placed into a trust? If so the terms of the trust will dictate how the property is to be handled or distributed. If...

Its not possible for any of us to tell you the reason why the fraud investigator wants to talk to you. If you have been honest with the agency...

How do I file a motion for continuance in a prove-up hearing? unlimited civil court

Yes, the defendant you sued is still the defendant after a default. Your motion should be supported by a declaration; in the declaration you can...

Why didnt anyone answer my bail question?

Yes, you can sue your brother and his wife. The jurisdiction of small-claims court is $10,000. Before you sue, think about whether the money is...

California wage garnishment laws

No. The maximum that can be taken out of a debtor's pay is 25 per cent. The creditor who is first to start a wage garnishment has priority over...

Is the venue for a lawsuit for medical bills determined by the address of the hospital or by the county address of the patient?

Its more likely to be in the county where the hospital is located and the services were provided.

In California, what is the best address to provide to a hospital to avoid summons service is case of a lawsuit for med bills?

Trying to avoid being served with a summons rarely ever works. It also may backfire if the creditor files a lawsuit and gets a default judgment. ...

Under California law, a hospital can pursue payment through various theories including: (1) implied contract or "quantum meruit"; (2) a "book...

Is it possible to seek a higher amount with the litigation claims examiner, even after I already filed small claim suit?

A "claims examiner" is a person who works for an insurance company. If you are filing a small-claims lawsuit, it will be heard by a Superior Court...

Bankruptcy may be an option to discharge your debts, but it would not fix the problem of your income being less than your expenses. However, if...