I received a letter from a Florida law firm, offering their services, claiming I have a civil suit against me. How to verify?

If the letter you received references a case number, you can usually ascertain whether the lawsuit was actually filed. For example, in San Diego...

Is there are rule that says one must serve the other party the same day of filing? If so, do you know the specific rule?

The rule regarding service by mail comes from California Code of Civil Procedure section 1013a ("Service made pursuant to this paragraph, upon...

Video recording a deposition? ?

There are a plethora of reasons for the video recording of depositions. Videos are much more effective in keeping a jury's attention. Videos keep...

What do I do when my attorney disappears?

You can mail (via U.S. mail not email) her a letter and/or go to her office to discuss this in person if you are unable to procure an appointment...

Not all sheriff's departments are knowledgeable about the single lodger law. You are much better off proceeding with an unlawful detainer lawsuit...

After years of occupancy, can a landlord add a per pet monthly fee?

Yes. The pet fee you describe is tantamount to a rent increase. It has nothing to do with the pet deposit, which under California law, is all...

What do I do if the plaintiff just doesn't want to mediate?

No one is ever "required" to mediate. Mediation, in order to be successful, needs willing parties to come to the table to negotiate. If any party...

Will sheriff come to lockout tenant #2?

Yes, if the landlord obtained a judgment against Tenant #2, the sheriff can lock out Tenant #2 only. If the landlord dismissed Tenant #1, the...

What happens to ud trial?

If the landlord dismisses Tenant #1, the landlord can proceed with trial against Tenant #2 only. However, the judgment will only be valid as...

How

You do not indicate the nature of the debt (what is the payment for: rent, credit card, court fee)? Generally speaking, there should not be any...