Traffic? I'm a Merchant Marine. I did a TBD. Then requested a TD Novo. It was denied because I sent in a couple days late.

Dear Poster, I would get a traffic attorney to help you with this. They may need to file a motion for a set aside under Section 473, or a...

Our ex landlord is demanding us to pay for new carpets that are 30 + years old we just move out after 8 years, can he do that?

Generally, no. Under California law, unless the carpet is visibly damaged and that damage is not the result of normal wear and tear, the landlord...

CA Consumer Protection Question. Store not honoring advertised price.

You could take this to small claims. Go could argue breach of contract, negligence, breach of warranty, misrepresentation, etc. They may just...

Is there any type of legal action that can be taken for a neighbor shutting off my home water valve?

Dear Poster, I hope you communicated with the landlord in WRITING. If not do so in the future. You can send a "Cease and Desist" letter. It...

Can i forge my moms signature with her consent? I am not 18 yet

Dear Poster, If you are worried about having committed the crime of forgery, do not be. California Penal Code 470 PC lists several ways a...

I am desperately hoping there is an attorney who will help me and accept payments. I can only afford to pay 300 a month.

"misdemeanor harassment" can mean different things. What code violation was cited?

Neighbor harassing me since day 1, peeping through windows and scaring my children, etc. What can I do to get help?

1) Have an attorney send a "cease and desist" letter. Sometimes all that is needed is a short, sharp letter from an attorney to put an end to a...

I came to find out that my landlord rented me property that wasn't his and collected rent for over 7 years do I have a legal sta

Dear Poster, Interesting case! I am not sure about adverse possession. But, maybe that would apply. You are a crime victim. The "landlord"...

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Dear Poster, Most (not all) counties do offer a diversion program for first time shoplifters. Make sure you understand any offer made to you. ...

I accidentally missed my court date for driving with out a license!

If I understand correctly, you have a license now. You have two options. One is to hire an attorney to put this back on calendar, get the warrant...