What should I do before hiring a lawyer to make sure I get my fees if I win?

If the defendant has already answered, you can file a motion to amend the complaint. The request for attorneys fees must be in the pleading (in...

What does he owes me

In San Francisco, the interest to be paid on a security deposit is 0.1 percent, not 5 percent.

Assuming the testator is deceased, you can request a copy of the will from the executor, but he is under no obligation to comply with your request.

If you sell or give away property in the two-year period immediately before you file, you will have to disclose that transaction in your bankruptcy...

How to become gaurdean of her?

You can petition the court to be appointed conservator for your sister. I'm unclear on the type or degree of disability your sister has. If she...

My question is, if I go ahead and rent it out, if they find out somehow, what will happen? Will they fine me?

If your relative lives in it rent-free or if you live in it, no problem. But you can't collect rent for a property that is not permitted for...

do I have to pay her the last month's rent the rent for February

This year, February ends on the 29th. There hasn't been a 30th of February since the early days of the Roman Empire. I'll assume what she meant...

I the plaintiff won my small claims case and the defendant is now appealing, am i able to obtain a lawyer at this ?

The appeal will be heard in Superior Court (likely Van Nuys Courthouse East), so you may be represented by a lawyer if you choose.

DFEH's Right to Sue notice

What difference does it make? The longer you delay, the more defenses you give to your former employer. Consult a plaintiff's labor and...

How can I get my car back after letting a friend barrow it?

Request a duplicate title from the DMV. Once you have the title and the key, go and get the car. I'm not sure how she could have filed a...