If someone refused to appear at a deposition after being served with a subpoena, can I bring motion to compel ex parte?

Once a deponent has served objections, the deposition is off. You don't get to decide whether the objections were meaningless; only a judge can do...

Suing owner for wage theft that is declaring bankruptcy. How do I access case info to determine how likely I am to collect?

When a party files bankruptcy, the court immediately imposes an automatic stay on all collection activity. Filing suit against the person is a...

Can I sue for loss earnings - business product breach of warranty and contract?

Review the contract you signed when you bought the phone. Most cellular providers' contracts have arbitration clauses that prohibit you from suing....

How can I add more case law to my already filed Motion to Dismiss a Complaint (CA Superior Court: SD County)?

You may want to include those authorities in your reply memorandum. Be sure to comply with the rules regarding case law from jurisdictions other...

Can I sue a Gym for....

In order to bring a lawsuit, you need to have sustained damages. "im embarrass" is not grounds for legal recovery.

Looking for an attorney on a limited scope basis to prepare a Motion to Compel with sancitions to dismiss.

Drafting a motion is only the first step in what will likely be a lengthy and complicated discovery battle. Hiring an attorney to for the limited...

What happens after settlement?

Sounds like it. Once the dispute underlying a lawsuit has been resolved, the suit should be dismissed.

Must a defendant in a civil case be compelled to provide discovery to plaintiff's attorney before they file a demurrer?

Filing a demurrer does not excuse a party from participating in the discovery process.

Is there a way to obtain Experts' intended testimony without deposing them? Opposition has declared 2 very qualified and...

You can make a demand for exchange of expert witness information pursuant to CCP 2034.210. This will obligate the opposing party to provide you...

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I'm trying to file a civil lawsuit against a government agency and its a unlawful detainer and intentional emotional distress .

The time constraint is a severe one - you have six months to present an administrative claim to the governmental entity. If you fail to do so, you...