Should I hire an attorney for my first time shoplifting?

This is posted to the wrong area. I will re-characterize it as criminal defense. You should at least consult with a defense attorney to see what...

What might happen

It will probably go to a collection agent or a series of collections agents. You will get calls and letters. They will report it against your...

What will happen if I don't pay my private student loans?

Yes, they can go to collections and sue you. The creditor can go after your separate property, your earnings and all community property. ...

Workmanship Question

The contractor is not supposed to be hiring unlicensed sub contractors. That is probably grounds for discipline and may give you a claim on his...

Will I still have to go to court?

In addition to what Mr. Benda recommends, you should have a written settlement agreement so there isn't a disagreement later as to what the deal was.

Breach of settlement

If the case has not been dismissed you can enforce by motion or file a separate action. If the case was dismissed then you have to file a new case...

An offer of proof is telling the judge what you expect the witness is going to say or what the evidence will be. And then the judge can consider a...

Service Question on an unlimited Civil Case in California

No, the case is not going to be dismissed for this. It's what the court wants to see in order to move the case along, but judges will allow much...

What kind of attorney do I need ?

Tender this to your auto insurance. Depending on details the residence is at risk. How much at risk depends on the specifics. Bankruptcy may be...

Can a bank who is knowingly providing an account to scammers committing fraud, be sued to reveal the identity of the scammers?

You would probably sue "Doe" defendants (like 1-100) and send a subpoena to the bank to find out whose account it is. Then you substitute those...