IIf i pay the civil demand they not me put in court

See my legal guide on this topic. It answers your questions. https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/shoplifting-demand-letters-in-san-mateo-county

Private Defense Panel Lawyers?

The attorneys on San Mateo's Private Defense Panel work for themselves and are appointed by the Court. Public Defenders work for a Public Defender...

Will not paying a civil claim for shoplifting go on my record?

Read my legal guide on this topic, it answers your...

The question is suing greyhound for negligence and breach of contract?

First, send a "demand letter." It should spell out exactly what happened and when and what your "damages" are. Can you document you have...

First, send a "cease and desist" letter. Document the dates and times the nuisance occurs. If the behavior does not stop, consider small claims. ...

What does it mean if the judge tells me he is sentencing me?

Dear Brisbane Poster, I hope you have an attorney...if not you need one ASAP. If you cannot afford an attorney and this is in San Mateo county...

Here are a couple options: 1) Have an attorney send a "cease and desist" letter 2) File a civil harassment restraining order

Is there any way to avoid jail time after violating probation?

Dear San Jose Poster, We cannot say for sure whether or not someone will go to jail on a probation violation because we do not have all the...

I sold a gift card with a $500 amount on March 3rd to a place and have yet to receive payment. What legal actions can I take?

First send a "demand letter." It is best to pay an attorney a couple hundred dollars to do this and then include their fees as part of your...

In America, anyone can sue anybody for almost anything. However, you would have to show "actual damages." This does not sound like a matter worth...