Congratulations on being able to find new employment. California employment law requires you to "mitigate damages" by seeking similar employment to...

I arbitrated a narrowly defined scope for a construction issue; can I sue for items not addressed in the arbitration agreement?

Yes. Based upon your limited representation of the facts, it appears you should still be able to bring a lawsuit on other claims which are not...

Who do I pay rent to?

It appears there is now a dispute regarding the ownership of this two-unit apartment building. Here is general advice (not based on anything other...

What steps should I take, as my landlord is charging me a late fee for rent after they accepted and deposited my rent check?

Something is definitely not right here. I suggest that you document the entire chronology of events, and provide the back-up documentation to the...

What do I need to protect myself to refinance for a house remodel?

Flipping houses is an extremely highly risky business. You really need a lawyer to prepare a detailed written agreement for this joint venture. ...

Can a window company ask for more money because salesman quoted the wrong price?

In California, a written contract is required for all home improvement projects over $500. A home improvement contract and any changes made to...

If you are now a month to month tenant, the landlord can serve a 60 day written notice of termination to end your tenancy. Pursuant to...

If defense files for jnov, it was tentatively granted on 5/04? But never signed. What can I do as plaintiff in pro per.

The defendant's counsel will likely be the party ordered to prepare the proposed judgment. You can only wait for the judgment to be entered and...

I just wanna add my nickname legally Cause everyone knows me by my nickname

In California, you have the common law right to change your name by the "usage method." This means that you simply pick a new name (or add your...

Suing for wrongful termination but I found a new job within two weeks of being terminated?

Congratulations on being able to find new employment. California employment law requires you to "mitigate damages" by seeking similar employment...