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Can I get restitution for my losses, from a dead persons estate? How? & are there contingency Probate Attorneys in CA.?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 18, 2017

This sounds more like a personal injury case than a probate case, although it will possibly involve making a claim in a probate proceeding. ...

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I have a tenant that smokes pot on the property? Have I a legal problem as owner of the property?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 18, 2017

It sounds like you are not aware that smoking marijuana (not in public) is no longer illegal under California law. There is room for debate about...

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What is the time frame of which the plaintiff has to refile a lawsuit if a dismissal without prejudice is filed?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 18, 2017

Unless an exception applies, the statute of limitations for personal injury is two yeras. Since you filed first in 2014, under almost all...

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If she should pass away God forbid....will probate take over

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 17, 2017

If the title to the home is in "joint tenancy", then no probate will be necessary.

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What resources are available for finding court opinions to establish precedence in my law suite?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 17, 2017

Legal research can be complicated, even for practitioners with many years of experience. Which resources will work best for you depends on the...

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I'm disabled and have been living with mother 20 years. She didn't have a will do I have to move ?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 16, 2017

It looks like you will have to file two probates - first to have it go to your mom, and second to go to you (and any other siblings/children of...

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How much does petition of partition cost and how long it takes? Can co-owner get most of house because contribution?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 16, 2017

It sounds like you are applying for a conservatorship, which begs the question why your re not already represented by counsel. You need counsel at...

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I have a power of Attorney for my great aunt who lives in Northern California. I have. Been acuser of financial abuse.

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 16, 2017

You have not stated whether the action against you is criminal or civil. At a minimum, you need a civil litigation attorney. These are serious...

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How do I respond to a Complaint to which I am not a party in interest in the lawsuit?

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 15, 2017

Whether to file an Answer or Demurrer depends on the specific wording of the allegations in the Complaint. A Demurrer, in essence, says that you...

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1.what is the best action to take? 2.what to do about the termite guy not willing to say the truth in writing.

Gerald's answer | Answered on August 13, 2017

You have possible actions against both the seller and the agent. You need to find a real estate litigation attorney. ultimately, what matters is...

Gerald Barry Dorfman's Answers (1387)

Can I get restitution for my losses, from a dead persons estate? How? & are there contingency Probate Attorneys in CA.?

I have a tenant that smokes pot on the property? Have I a legal problem as owner of the property?

What is the time frame of which the plaintiff has to refile a lawsuit if a dismissal without prejudice is filed?

If she should pass away God forbid....will probate take over

What resources are available for finding court opinions to establish precedence in my law suite?

I'm disabled and have been living with mother 20 years. She didn't have a will do I have to move ?

How much does petition of partition cost and how long it takes? Can co-owner get most of house because contribution?

I have a power of Attorney for my great aunt who lives in Northern California. I have. Been acuser of financial abuse.

How do I respond to a Complaint to which I am not a party in interest in the lawsuit?

1.what is the best action to take? 2.what to do about the termite guy not willing to say the truth in writing.