Technically, a small claims appeal is NOT an appeal. It is a trial de novo which means it starts from scratch. You would needed to have to prove...

Yes, they are available in Small Claims, but rarely awarded. Look to Cal. Code of Civil Procedure 116.220 for guidance. Next, in order to get...

Is this a California small claims law retaliatory eviction issue?

As my colleagues have stated, this could be retaliatory. Speak with BOTH a civil trial lawyer as well as a landlord-tenant lawyer. You may get...

Can an independent sales rep be served in a claim against the company that he works for?

A person may only accept service of process if they are authorized to do so. An independent sales rep RARELY has the authority to act for the...

Don't know what to do about HOA suing me? I am in California.

You have too many confusing facts. Generally, when this type of motion is pending in Small Claims, it is because the defendant filed an...

If in Contract, Plaintiff names themselves as “Company, LLC / John Doe" -- In Small Claims Doc, can either or must both be used?

I agree with my colleagues. You need to look to who the performance of the contract was limited to. If BOTH the person and the LLC had the...

Yes, you can amend your claim. However, if you are now asking for more money, you will need to file and serve him with an increased amount. The...

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Do I need a maritime attorney to fend off an unwarranted and unsupported threat of a mechanic's lien on our sailing vessel?

Do you need a 'maritime' attorney or attorney? The question of whether or not you need an attorney to do anything is just like asking if you need...

Boating, generally, is a luxury. If he has been evicted, he needs to get the vessel to another place, pay rent, and get on with his life. As we...

Small claims defendant made false statements

Under CA law, the judgment is final and there is nothing that you can do. Unfortunately, the ring is gone and so is your money - depending on why...