As a prevailing party to civil law suit, how do I collect court cost?

You serve and file the memo of costs summary and worksheet. These are forms MOC-10 and 11. The other side has to file a motion to tax. Once that...

In California, can you file a "skeletal" motion for summary judgment, then later add to the Statement of Undisputed Facts?

One question is whether or not vacating the trial date re-opens a shot at filing a motion for summary judgment. They are supposed to be heard at...

I supported this man for 20 years am I entitled to his pension without being legally married?

You might have a Marvin claim. You should talk to a family law attorney about that. I will reclassify this for you.

How to deal with this situation when the creditor only wants bank cheque?

Maybe pay by Paypal? Then no one is sharing their banking information directly with the other party. The threat to sue you probably isn't too...

Is it an opinion when some states in al etter "this letter of opinion is based on evidence and information"

Just couching things in terms of being an opinion will not eliminate a claim for defamation. The communication needs to be reviewed in its...

How do I get back money that was taken from my personal account to satisfy my estranged adult daughter's debt?

There should be some mechanism for you to file a third party claim of ownership since the money in the account sounds like it was yours and did not...

Yes, they probably can. You aren't supposed to drive because of the suspended license. So they have the vehicle towed.

How is possible to sell a car or motor home while a lien exists? Doesn't the DMV clear title before a sale?

Regarding the vehicles, the tax lien probably didn't come into play because California (and probably most other states) uses a title system of...

What should I do? I just received a summons from a bank??

You should consult with a local attorney to go over the documents and specifics. If you have trouble finding someone contact the bar association...

Am I liable for my husband's debt?

Determining the date of separation can be tricky. It is very fact specific. You don't need a formal separation proceeding filed in order to be...