RE: Civil Subpoena {Duces Tecum} - Subp-002 and small claims SC-100

Generally speaking, subpoenas must be personally served. I don't know if there is some exception with respect to small claims cases. I tend to...

Can I sue a co buyer for complete rights on a car loan?

Make the payments, keep the vehicle insured and sue him.

What defense do I have if I'm being sued for the entire amount of a loan even though I have made payments?

You will have a partial defense of payment for the amounts that you paid. There may be other issues depending on the terms for the note and how...

In a section 187 notice of motion, does the proposed alter ego need to be served as well? Do they have standing?

This kind of motion to amend may not work when you have a default judgment. The question is whether the alleged alter-ego controlled the...

How can I get a paid judgment removed or vacated from public records in California?

You need to make a demand on the creditor or assignee for an acknowledgment of satisfaction of judgment. That gets filed with the court and you...

Is there statue of limitations on a bank charge off account?

Yes there is a statute of limitations. It is probably four years. It could be as long as six years if the obligation meets the requirements of a...

Calif. Civil code 998 Offer to Compromise?

998 offers are a little complicated. They need to be done properly in order to be meaningful. Medical malpractice is very complicated. You...

Debt collections attorney sent notification of trying to vacate a dismissal without prejudice. Don't they have to re-file...

This sounds kind of unusual, but, yes, a dismissal can be set aside. I am guessing it was filed due to some mistake. And they will probably seek...

After a bank levy the bank is supposed to send the debtor's money or property to the sheriff. The memorandum of garnishee gives you...

Breach of the Home Sales Contract? Can i file criminal charges against the party?

You can go to the authorities for the bad check. As for a fraud claim for entering into the sales contract, that is a tougher case. And you can...