Though I agree with my colleagues, my question is this: is the mooring registered as a "live-aboard" type mooring. If so, I can't imagine how you...

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The USCG has jurisdiction over EVERY US flagged vessel, no matter where it may be. Think of a boat as a quasi-citizen. If the boat is US Flagged,...

Maritime law question while running the boat thru a narrow channel, hit something, must I pay damage?

What you hit, where it hit your boat, the depth of the water, whether it was a marked hazard, time of day, (any) level of intoxication, etc. are...

How long does it take in Alabama to have a small claims case heard on appeal? Will an appeal stop the sell of my boat that is

Though not licensed in AL, I can say that MOST Small Claims cases heard on appeal (or trial de novo) are heard - generally within 45 days of the...

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Can I take my ex to small claims court for cashing an escrow refund check?

Just because you CAN go to Small Claims, does not mean that you should. Under the circumstances, I would NOT go to small claims. As there is a...

Debtor serving felony probation in another state

Though I agree with Mr. Brinkmeyer (as usual), I need more info: 1) Is the judgment in CA or FL 2) If the judgment is in FL, have you certified...

Landlord retaliation with illegal eviction. Should I use Small Claims or find a lawyer?

As usual, I agree with Mr. Brinkmeyer. There are many laws in CA to protect you from this issue. As your damages are seemingly so high, it is...

Though I agree, in principle, with my colleagues, you need to consult with a lawyer. California Civil Code Section 1950.5 governs the return of...

Can you sue a person who falsified a protective order EVEN though the judge ordered it be dismissed? I have a small claims suit.

Depending on what the protective order is for, the court that issued the order has the jurisdiction to reverse the order. It is in your best...

Can I do anything to reverse forged documents used in a case that turned against me in small claims court after 30 days.

Yes. You can file one of several motions: 1) Request For Court Order and Answer (www.courts.ca.gov/documents/sc105.pdf) 2) Request To Correct Or...