Yes, at the OSC Re Dismissal hearing, the court can dismiss the entire action with prejudice. If there was a signed settlement agreement with a...

Can I be served a summons by telephone??

No, California law does not allow service of a summons by telephone. California law regarding service of process of a summons is contained in Code...

Yes, it is perfectly legal to file multiple lawsuits against different companies in the State of California. California does have a law regarding...

Can I Hide My Name with My Real Estate Purchase For Safety Reasons?

You could have taken title in the name of an LLC (limited liability company) a year ago. However, if you took title in your own individual name,...

The close is not (and cannot be) closed. A plaintiff can file a Request for Dismissal of the Complaint only, if the Cross-Complainant does not...

How much notice for rent increase must landlord give?

The 60 day notice for an increase over 10% (Civil Code section 827) only applies to a month to month tenant. If you are currently on a fixed term...

Do I need to file a proof of service with my response to the reply by plaintiff to my motion to set aside judgment?

Yes. The plaintiff's opposition should have been served on you, and should have had a proof of service attached to it. Likewise, your reply to...

Can I be served an eviction with out previously served a written notice?

Generally speaking, if you are a month to month tenant, you cannot be evicted unless you have been served with a written 60 day notice of...

How a plaintiff can set aside judgment?

The court will not set aside a judgment because that would leave the case disposition open. The plaintiff should just file an Acknowledgment of...

What are the rules in Los Angeles for a meet and confer before bringing a motion for a protective order?

It is not clear what type of protective order your opponent is seeking. If you are referring to a discovery motion protective order, the answer is...