In CA, do insurance companies pay ACV or only Policy limits?

You either accept the 5k as payment in full for prop damage, or you can sue the defendant in small claims for 6k. If you win, his ins will pay the...

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Do I need an expert witness in a legal malpractice trial if I am going with a bench trial?

The judge will not act as an expert. You may need experts for several reasons. One to prove the deft was negligent, and second to establish your...

Is it true in a ud case, if the defandant files for bankruptcy that stops all actions against them?

Confirm with Bankruptcy atty. If you proceed in violation of the stay, you can be sued in bankruptcy court. You should be able to get the stay...

Is it too late to make a report for a fall in the store?? it was 2 days ago.

If you have suffered a serious injury, give me a call. If you haven't already done so, see a doctor about your injuries. I would not give a...

Am I responsible for an accident in my car when it was taken without my knowledge?

Since you have no ins, you will not likely find an atty to help you unless you are able and willing to pay on an hourly basis to defend the claim. ...

How much time do I have to answer after the bad guy files an ex parte motion to postpone trial?

You must show up at the ex parte hearing with any opposition. Depending upon the judge, when the trial is set for, and the reason for the...

Did the other side raise this in their opposition? To be safe, id serve the separate statement on the other atty w/personal service if possible....

Do I need to pay my deductible of I am not at fault?

If I understand your question, you have collision coverage and your company is going to pay for the 8k of repairs, and wants you to pay your...

Am I liable for a dog bite that occurred on my property with this very unique situation?

Owner of property is liable if they can prove you knew the dog had dangerous propensities before this bite. Also, if you were negligent. For ex.,...

By law if we must be served by the formal dismissal notice after the confirmed request for voluntary dismissal by plaintiff ?

You are unclear in your post. If the dismissal was filed and entered, that is good. It is best to serve the notice as reqd, as it starts the clock...