Breaking a lease on rental home

You REALLY have 2 choices: 1) Move out; 2) sign the lease that the landlord is willing to give. If you sign the lease then move out, even...

I am loaning money to a family member secured by their home. I want to charge interest, something around 10%. I am loaning the

Follow Mr. Daymude's advice. It is right on. Usury laws generally not apply to 'regular' financial institutions. Consult a lawyer before...

Being evicted over my cat

Consult local LANDLORD-TENANT lawyer ASAP. You seemingly have rights under the State and Federal Americans with Disabilities Act; especially, if...

Preferential payment: How does bankruptcy court determine date of payment for funds levied from a debtor's bank?

Until BK is filed, there is nothing you can do. MANY debtors state they will file BK, but never do. It would be best to consult a Creditor BK...

Small claims-- I had cosmetic surgery 1 year ago, I still have a balance but haven't paid bc dr has not followed up w me

Contact a Medical Malpractice attorney ASAP. Your concerns are legitimate in that he has an obligation to heal you. IF he is refusing care, and...

Alameda County Water District not paying Medicare Part B. Can I sue in Sm.Claims? Max Amt? Statute of Limitation for filing?

Yes, you can sue in Small Claims. However, before you do so, you must make a formal demand, in writing, to the appropriate government...

In CA Small Claims, the most you can sue for in an auto accident with injuries is $7,500. If no injuries (pure damage to the car) the most you can...

If I win my 1538.5 motion (my crim case dismissed), can I sue the city police dept in a small claims court for my expenses?

Yes, you can sue the city. HOWEVER, before you do so, you MUST file a claim with the City. Your claims would be malicious prosecution. Chances...

When a landlord does not follow move out procedures can I use that as my case in small claims or do I still prove my complaint?

Yes, yes, yes. You SHOULD read directly from Cal. Civ. Code 1950.5 for ALL of the wrongdoings here. Omit nothing. Regardless of whether or not...

Can someone demand money I owe her if we have no legal document agreeing to pay her by a certain date?

Yes, you can be sued. You can be sued for anything Winning is another story. In California, oral contracts are enforceable. Determining the...