It's not clear what you're talking about. What are you demanding? From whom? Most of the demand letters I sent out are to insurance companies...

Contractor delays cost me another month of mortgage. Can I withhold that loss of rent from remaining payment due to contractor?

Not only will the contractor put a lien on your property if you don't pay him, he will probably win. Construction delays are to be expected. If you...

I need to win my unemployment appeal hearing to get my money.

Unemployment insurance is somewhat complicated, but in general if you're terminated for misconduct (for example, unexcused absence) you are not...

After a written offer of settlement (not CCP 998) is sent to the attorney, must it be communicated to the client?

An attorney has an obligation to inform a client of a written settlement offer. But that rule is intended to protect the client, not the opposing...

Reply to MSJ opposition. Is the reply to an MSJ opposition 5 court days or 5 calendar days?

Most civil procedure deadlines state the date by which it must be filed and served. But once all the parties have appeared, documents may be served...

Talk to the lender. They may be willing to make payment arrangements with you, or accept a lump sum that's less than the total owed.

Can my insurance company collect my deductible even though I was hit and run?

It depends on what sort of insurance you have. If you have a policy that includes UM/PD (uninsured motorist / property damage) policy, then you're...

If the defendant in civil action files a motion to quash am I to be given a copy of the motion and is a hearing required on the

A motion to quash requires notice and a hearing. The moving party must serve a copy of the motion (by mail or by hand) on all other parties and...

Opp. Attorney lies in response to motion to compel stating they were given telephonic continuance

Generally speaking continuances are confirmed in writing. If there is no letter confirming the opposing attorney's statement, you simply file a...

Can opening a bank account in my newborn son's name protect the money if I get sued?

The legal term for what you're describing is a "fraudulent transfer." Emphasis on **fraud**. It's a really, really bad idea. You can move money...