What can I do so this never happens again?

Make a written demand to the landlord or property manager to fix or replace the faulty window. The landlord needs to be put on notice of this...

Yes, a declaration signed under penalty of perjury can be considered evidence. However, such evidence could be objectionable as constituting hearsay.

Can an answer to complaint be filed 2 days before a hearing?

Yes, an answer to the complaint can be filed right before a hearing date. The court considers the motion for preliminary judgment on its merits,...

How long after the defendant files a response does discovery begin?

The specific code sections depend upon whether your case is in federal court or state court (Federal Rules of Civil Procedure versus California...

Does attorney fees go up during appeal?

Generally speaking, yes. The percentage of a contingency fee arrangement is not regulated by California law. An attorney can charge a reasonable...

I've got pay rent or quit notices with manager's signature, who long ago works for the company and was terminated a while back.

Under California Code of Civil Procedure section 1161, the 3 day notice to pay rent or quit does not require a signature. Anyone can serve a 3 day...

Under California law, the landlord can charge a reasonable late fee, but ONLY if the lease or rental agreement provides for late fees. Late fees...

The exact language for a declaration of necessity is provided under Code of Civil Procedure section 2030.050 for special interrogatories and Code...

In an unlimited jurisdiction case, there is no limit as to the number of form interrogatories nor document demands. Only special interrogatories...

When having a judgment against you by default through small claims, can they automatically garnish ?

No, it is not automatic. First of all, in small claims court, the prevailing plaintiff must wait 30 days after entry of judgment before being able...