Although the Plaintiff's Claim form http://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/sc100.pdf in small claims court has a box#4 regarding making a demand, it is...

Am I able to ask for financial or compensation help from either buyer or seller to terminate my lease early?

Yes, you can ask for monetary compensation from either the buyer or seller as incentive to move out early, You may or may not get anything in...

Can eviction notices be handwritten?

Yes, there is no requirement under California Civil Code sections 1946 and 1946.1 that a 60 day written notice be typed. It is also not necessary...

What happens if someone owes me money on a judgment but files for bankruptcy?

If the other party files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the debt owed will most likely be discharged (erased) in bankruptcy. It is possible (but rare...

How do I sue distribution center for negligence

Your claim seems to be one for breach of contract (and possibly for common counts), rather one for negligence. If you are an individual and your...

Do I have to have verification (??) done w/ discovery requests? Do I have to turn discovery in to the opposing lawyer directly?

Yes, all responses to written discovery must be verified, which means signed under penalty of perjury. You can attach this form to each and every...

Can i sue for not giving my deposit back in commercial location?

Yes, you can file a small claims lawsuit for the landlord's failure to comply with California Civil Code section 1950.7.

My neighbors are served a 3-5 notice on Thursday, do Saturday and Sunday count towards those days?

Yes, Saturday and Sunday count for purposes of calculating the number of days.

Landlord accepted payment --Automatic win in UD case in CA? Does defendant have to appear in court--it will be difficult?

If the landlord accepted rent in an unlawful detainer case for unpaid rent (3 day notice to pay rent or quit), it may constitute a viable defense...

Have have I messed up my Trial By muddying the Waters??

No, not necessarily. An opening statement is only a road map of what you plan to present as evidence during the trial. It is not evidence. As...