What would I be looking forward to when I go to the case management conference?

You need to file and serve a Case Management Statement at least 15 days prior to the conference date. All the relevant information should be...

When writing a settlement offer it seems that lawyers cannot threaten. Can you warn?

Your lawyer is right. The other party's attorney is also acting appropriately. Telling someone that your client intends to fight an expensive...

Yes. An oral agreement to repay a loan is enforceable in small claims court. The fact that you have text messages to support your claims will help...

NEAL C TENEN: If I do not receive the total amount owed within (10) days from the date of this letter, my client may take all..

The magic word there is "may." As in "may take legal action." But will they? If Mr. Tenen files a lawsuit on behalf of his client, it's going...

Is there a possible conflict of interest?

Any time an attorney represents more than one party to an action there is a possible conflict of interest. Whether there is an actual conflict, and...

Is a defective TV eligible for small claims court if I prove the defect and win my credit card dispute resolution?

The credit card company's decision is not binding on a judge. If the merchant chooses to sue you, you will need to defend the case on its merits.

Are their Responses now due without objections?

If the written responses were served on time, objections have not been waived.

How important are deposition answers at trial?

A witness can testify however s/he wants to at trial. If that testimony contradicts previous answers given in discovery, the witness may be...

Rental Motorhome - Insurance/Damage Waiver (CA) Rental 'company' saying damage waiver void - is this true?

Sounds to me like you're being jerked around. The first thing to do is check with your insurance company to see if they'll cover the damage. If...

Does my lawyer have to fill out a form to withdraw before the case management conference?

If the attorney appeared in the action on your behalf, you both need to sign a "Substitution of Attorney" form so that she is no longer your...