Assault discrimination

Civil rights laws do not protect you against actions taken by private persons in the situation you describe. If you were physically assaulted by...

Assuming that the attorney has made "false statements" about the position held by his client, and that the client's own testimony (in a...

Can you help me dismiss a summons if it was served inappropriately or assist me in negotiating a debt settlement?

A summons served on an individual defendant must be served at the defendant's residence, place or work, or place used as a mailing address. If the...

What can I do to protect my credit?

Because you applied for and accepted the loan, you are responsible for the debt, regardless of the understanding you had with your sister (that she...

Is being told by a credit union collections agent I don’t have to show up in superior court when they sue a violation?

Yes, the attorney was trying to intimidate you, and was somewhat dishonest and misleading. First of all, your $6,000 offer was more than 60 per...

I was offered to settle a $15.500.00 for $7,500.00 I sent them a check to settle the lease dispute? they cashed the check.

A "settlement offer" is not the same thing as a "settlement agreement." A settlement for less than the demand must be put in writing. Sometimes...

There is no such thing as a "judicial declaration." A trial-court level judge issues orders and judgments. If you seek an injunction from the...

Should I respond to a letter from a law office trying to collect on a credit card debt?

You may want to respond if: (1) you dispute owing a debt to that creditor, or (2) you want more information about the debt that the law office is...

Received a summons today regarding a debt of $29,000, incurred 9/17

The first think you want to do it contact a debt collection defense attorney who practices in the SF Bay Area. You may have one or more defenses...

I was scammed about $5000 to a “friend” from overseas

Under U.S. law, you have a contract (agreement) with your friend, and he breached the contract. If your friend is the owner of a company that...