Based on my associations with attorney's knowledgeable about Small Claims matters, I have HISTORICALLY been advised that for Small Claims purposes,...

Hello I had won in small claims against the defendant who agreed of money owed to me. I have to wait 30 days, what will I expect

After a Small Claims Tria, the LOSING defendant has a right to file an appeal. The matter is stayed, or put on hold, for 30 days. During this...

Arb award turned into a Jdgmt at Sm Clm Ct. Def filed SC-105 asking for an appeal 2 months ago. No Court response. What now?

First, to file for an SC-105, the defendant did something improper as it pertains to filing an appeal. Second, arbitration awards are CONFIRMED in...

Litigation co-signing; what are my rights?

You have rights, but there is a time limit on your ability to exercise them. Just because you were a cosignor on the lease, does not mean that you...

After "motion to quash" (unlawful detainer) what's next?

If you have a REALLY smart plaintiff, he will dismiss the lawsuit at the time of the hearing and have you served an new, already filed, lawsuit in...

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What kind of lawyer can advise plaintiffs how to lawfully distribute proceeds of a litigation settlement?

I agree with my colleagues. You need to hire a lawyer to assist you further. The short answer, seemingly, is to make an agreement to divide the...

Paying a company that is not the lien holder

Is the boat registered with the CA DMV or with the USCG? There are implications. Further, are you sure it is not registered with both? Your...

MY brother was served with a Summons for a Limited Civil case. He has the Contract to Answer form. He needs help in filing it o

I believe you asked a slightly different question in another area, but the self-help personnel at the courts can assist with this as well. Even...

How much rent can be raised in less than a month, Is there a limit?

Mr. Chen is correct. They must give advance notice. Typically, a landlord will raise the rent 10% or less, for several months in a row, to avoid...

This is not an uncommon set of questions here on Avvo. You MAY be able to stay, but you have already been involved in one lawsuit in order to...