What type of lawyer may I contact to start the legal process? My warranty should have been honored.

You can sue them for breach of warranty in the CA county where the shop is located. You can look for attorneys specializing in lemon law and auto...

Does my non compete agreement from my current employer apply to me in California? Can I have it confidentially reviewed?

Non-compete agreements are generally not enforceable in California. Non-solicitation agreements are generally enforceable. You should have an...

Do we have any legal recourse at this time?

You likely have several remedies available, including recording a mechanic's lien and suing for breach of contract. You need to speak with an...

What type of agreement should we draft on an advance with a promise to pay later since I'm risking the most.

You need a customized agreement that lays out the terms you've described as well as what the penalty is if they don't pay. You would also want...

What to do when General Contractor (residential construction) did not finish the work per contract?

This sounds like punch list work. If the contractor thinks it is ready for final inspection, I would let the inspection go forward. The inspector...

Do I have recourse against dealer?

Possibly. You need to talk with a lawyer about this. Given the size of the vehicle, the lemon law may not apply, but you may still have other...

My question is what direction and legal rights do I have.

You likely will have to sue and seek specific performance of the contract. If the car is worth more than $10K you will have to go to Superior...

Do I need to file a FBN for the name I'd like to use, or can I proceed with a business license as-is?

Yes, you need a fictitious business name if you are going to operate under something besides your name. You may also want to consider whether you...

Need expert advice on the formation of the company and the contract.

There's not really a question here. California has a comprehensive set of laws dealing with car dealerships, warranties and service contracts. ...

I have litigated this very issue. Yes, this is trespassing. That said, are there any damages apart from the improper work? Probably not. Hence,...