What can I di if the police department can't find my case number frome the accident

Sometimes it takes a while for the police to prepare a report. Sometimes the responding officer elects not to prepare a report. Sometimes the...

Entry of Judgment in small claims court results in Defendant's cross complaint winning & Plaintiff lost. Now there is an appeal.

When a small claims defendant files a cross-complaint, whichever party loses has the right to demand a trial de novo. If either party demands a...

Several subpoena's were issued to me and non of them, including the demand for production states what its intended for?

There is no requirement that a subpoena explain the reason the party is seeking the records. So long as it is signed by an officer of the court, it...

Unfortunately it is very difficult to find attorneys who are willing to work for free. This is our job, and we do it in order to make a living. But...

What to do if the Attorney's for one of the Defendants in my lawsuit has not taken his Demurrer off calendar?

No stipulation is required to take a matter off calendar. A phone call by the moving party to the court clerk is usually enough. So the first thing...

Do I have to participate in a Court Ordered MSC, even if I have no intentions of settling the law suit?

The "M" is for "Mandatory." You are being forced to do it. And forcing you to participate is well within the judge's power. Your personal...

Your only option is to show up and try the case on its merits. It's too late to dismiss your cross-complaint, and now Plaintiff is entitled to a...

How do I drop an attorney in a injury accident case that hasn't been settled with the insurance company yet?

You can fire your lawyer at any time, for any reason or no reason at all. Your best bet is to retain a local personal injury attorney who can...

What are the chances of being able to prevent disqualification of a judge in California?

So long as a party serves a timely notice pursuant to CCP 170.6, the judge will be disqualified. There is no way to prevent that disqualification.

What should I do if attorney tries to extort more fees just before trial and threatens to loose if you don't pay him more money?

The allegations you are making are very serious. I have a hard time believing a lawyer would actually do this, but then again I am constantly...