A defendant can file demurrers to complaint until the court orders an answer, and the order will likely tell the defendant how long they have to...

How to correct a judge's statement of proceedings in a court that doesn't have a reporter

The answer depends on the Court to which the judge was assigned. But the likelihood is you need to move the matter forward on a new trial or...

All these answers assume you have a hearing date already assigned to your motion. If you do not have a hearing day already assigned, the likely...

How do I find specific attorney filings in Los Angeles Superior court records?

You can also look for form pleadings by going to the Los Angeles County Superior Court website and looking for Judicial Counsel forms. You will...

Procedural questions in a Contempt Case….

Fifth Amendment rights are never waived, no matter how many questions are answered. Lawyers and even judges may argue the 5th has been waived, but...

Can I get money back if I broke lease (2months in) because Landlord said she wouldn't fix mold that was causing bad asthma?

I normally believe people can handle legal issues on their own. Not this one. You need proper counsel. You should not pay this woman another...

By the use of multiple "manys", Joe likely has the puke paint on his house for more than 5 years. Standard CC&Rs require that a homeowner chose an...

I'm being sued by my ex girlfriend for money owed but she broke contact from me and it hasn't been nearly the time frame to pay.

There is no real "good" answer to this question. You received a benefit by putting new tires on your vehicle and charging on her card, and you...

What in terms does a motion to stay entitles and when should this be file?

A bankruptcy filing is intended to protect the debtor - you. The automatic stay happens the minute you file. A bankruptcy filing is public so the...

DEPOSITIONS

The other lawyers are correct; state or federal law provides that all parties may be present at all depositions. Attempts to restrict...