Can I ask for lost wages in small claims dispute?

You can ask, but it is highly doubtful you will be able to recover your lost wages as part of your security deposit claim. A judge can only award...

II substitute served a defendant. She hired a lawyer who is challenging the service.

California Code of Civil Procedure §415.50 permits a summons to be served upon the defendant by publication upon demonstration by affidavit that...

In California, service by certified mail in small claims court cases can only be made by the small claims court clerk. The clerk will charge you a...

In California, service by certified mail in small claims court cases can only be made by the small claims court clerk. The clerk will charge you a...

After 2+ years of always paying my rent early and in full, I have been given a 60 notice.

If you are a month to month tenant, the landlord can terminate your tenancy by serving with you a 60 day written notice of termination. The 60 day...

An accounting cause of action is equitable in nature, and may be sought where the accounts are so complicated that an ordinary legal action...

Yes, if you desire to have a certified copy of the transcript of your deposition, you will need to purchase it from the court reporter/deposition...

Substitute service due to defendant hiding.

You cannot serve a Summons by mail only. If the defendant resides within the State of California, you can send the Summons and Complaint by mail...

A legal process server delivers or serves legal documents to the person listed on the legal document being served. They also sign (and usually...

In California, the statute of limitations for wrongful termination varies depending on the type of lawsuit that is filed. Generally, you must first...