Scammed out of $2200 by a real estate agent selling marketing materials.

You don't have to file in Small Claims court. $10,000 is simply the limit of small claims jurisdiction. You have the right to be represented by an...

How do I get a refund from an attorney I paid up front who refused to do what he promised and failed to act in my best interest?

Call the Contra Costa County Bar Association and ask to speak to someone about fee arbitration - (925) 686-6900. They can explain your options.

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What are my chances against my landlord who failed to mitigate damages after I moved out?

Assuming there was a valid one year lease, your moving out after two months was a breach of the lease unless the landlord consented or breached the...

May I counter sue for tortious interference in a commercial unlawful detainer case. I was locked out

If the landlord locked you out without using proper legal process, the cause of action is wrongful eviction. The court may not allow a cross...

Seller is refusing to pay back my good faith deposit after the close of escrow date

It wouldn't hurt to ask the Broker to try to resolve the situation, but he or she is in a difficult position as a dual agent. Assuming your...

What is "motion to set aside order" ? How to practice it? Thanks.

There are different procedures for setting aside orders dependent upon the nature of the order. More specifics are needed about the order and your...

After someone dies, can you find out 10 years later you are on a deed of multiple houses?

It is possible and may be complicated. The first thing to do is get copies of the deeds from the office of the Recorder for the counties where the...

How can I find a decent lawyer in order to sue the lawyer who represented me in this situation? what is the average cost in ca?

You need to consult a legal malpractice attorney in your area if you want to claim damages. Avvo has lists of such attorneys. If you want to...

Can I be responsible for landlords charges their attorney is charging them for services that weren't needed ?

Your responsibility for attorney's fees is governed by the attorneys fee clause in your lease. Review it. Most clauses say that the prevailing...

Want to sell my condo and have an old med bill on CR. Will the title co. ask me to pay it off first before i sell my property?

I also agree with Mr. Daymude. The only debts you have to pay off at the closing are those which are liens on the property, which will show on the...