Can I request a Trial De Novo on an Unlimited Civil Case?

You really need a lawyer. A "trial de novo" is a new trial. It happens after the original trial. Since you haven't tried the case yet, you can't...

Without damages, you do not have a legal claim.

I got in a auto accident. Will my insurance co. have to pay money if I file chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Your insurance company will be responsible for paying the damages even if you declare bankruptcy.

Requesting for a hearing on a motion, but respondents strongly object

You had a fair chance to explain the matter - that was the purpose of filing a response. Whether to conduct oral argument in addition to the...

If the tree of my neighbor fell on my house and split it into two, can I charge my neighbor to pay the damages?

There is a very real possibility that your neighbor will be responsible for the damage to your house, and that your neighbor's homeowner's...

Can an attorney represent a client in a case that they don't specialize in?

Any licensed California attorney can represent a party in any case pending in any California court. Rule 3-110 of the Rules of Professional conduct...

Can you in force a small claims suit?

Your claim can be served in a manner that does not require the defendant's signature. The procedures for serving the claim are summarized here:...

Filing motions myself because attorney asleep at the wheel

Yes. The legal reason you can't file them yourself is because you are represented in the action by your attorney of record. All documents filed on...

Should I appeal small claims judgment of $380 plus $45 filing costs? Please help.

If you did not appear at the small claims hearing, you have no right to appeal. You can only move to vacate the judgment. The procedure for doing...

Can plaintiff discudiscuss case with a non involved party?

Unless the court has imposed a gag order, parties are permitted to discuss pending litigation. Whether it is wise to do so is another matter.