Questions answered by Michael John Tonsing

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Do I need to list the driver of my vehicle as a plaintiff on the filing papers in my lawsuit?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

The answers you have already received are correct. However, I would not be surprised if the driver of the other vehicle turned around and sued the...

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Can the audio testimony (under oath) from a CA Appeal hearing later be used in a civil lawsuit?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

Mr. Pedersen makes good point. If I were you,I wouldn't want to put my "eggs in the basket" where a nonattorney or an inexperienced attorney...

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Do i have to be a member of a hospital in order to pursue a lawsuit in small claims court

Michael's answer | Answered on September 22, 2012

Your presentation of facts leaves me confused. I cannot tell whether you are an employee of the hospital and the doctor is on staff or whether you...

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I would like to ask for referrals to a legal malpractice plaintiff lawyer specialized in public sector employment.

Michael's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

I have an excellent attorney in mind who fits your profile as to public sector law, but not as to malpractice, I know of no single attorney like...

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Is it legal for a company to make me give up an hour of no pay??

Michael's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

If your company is required to provide meal breaks to its employees, it must provide breaks that qualify as off-duty meal breaks. That means that...

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My former employer fired me because of untrue events that took place at my work place

Michael's answer | Answered on September 20, 2012

I have taught discrimination law for a UC campus that runs a HR certificate program. I can tell you that most rookie HR types fall into my initial...

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I am a California resident. Can I sue my ex employer out of Canada for no breaks or lunches provided?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

CA Labor Code 350, says in part: (a) "Employer" means every person engaged in any business or enterprise in this state that has one or more...

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What must be done to legally use a maiden name in business if you've taken your husband's name when you were married.

Michael's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

Names under CA law. Very simple. She should not use a name that is a famous one. Wouldn't be prudent. For example, I would not suggest she...

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Is it legal that an insurance company renews your policy automatically after its expiration without authorization?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

Contracts can lawfully have an "evergreen clause" -- something to the effect that the contract has a term of one year but it will renew...

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My wife and i purchased a used vehile from a very crediatble auto dealership. I was notified by a sales manager that the vehicle

Michael's answer | Answered on September 19, 2012

If you have proof of this, then the only question is the extent of your damages. Fortunately, sounds like the damages may consist of some minor...

Michael John Tonsing's Answers (324)

Do I need to list the driver of my vehicle as a plaintiff on the filing papers in my lawsuit?

Can the audio testimony (under oath) from a CA Appeal hearing later be used in a civil lawsuit?

Do i have to be a member of a hospital in order to pursue a lawsuit in small claims court

I would like to ask for referrals to a legal malpractice plaintiff lawyer specialized in public sector employment.

Is it legal for a company to make me give up an hour of no pay??

My former employer fired me because of untrue events that took place at my work place

I am a California resident. Can I sue my ex employer out of Canada for no breaks or lunches provided?

What must be done to legally use a maiden name in business if you've taken your husband's name when you were married.

Is it legal that an insurance company renews your policy automatically after its expiration without authorization?

My wife and i purchased a used vehile from a very crediatble auto dealership. I was notified by a sales manager that the vehicle