The judge ruling on the motion for summary judgment decides the amount of the award. Just as if you were in the courtroom at trial, your motion...

You are free to submit any documentary evidence which is admissible and for which you can lay a proper foundation (i.e., relevant, authenticated,...

The Notice and Acknowledgment of Receipt form is a substitute for effectuating personal service on you. You should sign and return this Notice and...

We are in an foreclosed apt. they had an auction and were bought are we eligible for cash for keys?

Cash for keys is voluntary, and is not a law. It is not a federal or state program, but rather up to the new owner whether or not to give a cash...

Is it possible to get a notice to vacate by sheriff department before the court day?

No, it should not be possible. The landlord must first file an unlawful detainer action, obtain a judgment in the landlord's favor, then apply for...

I won a Smalls Claims Action & Agreed to Accept a Payment from the Defendant to Resolve the Issue. What are my next steps?

In small claims court, it is usual for the court to expect parties to prepare a judgment or a settlement agreement with general release. In the...

What happens if I didnt file my response on time??

I assume by "response" you mean an "opposition" to a motion. Generally speaking, the court has discretion whether or not to accept a late...

No, it is not necessary because the plaintiff already made the demand. Once a demand is made, ALL parties must simultaneously exchange of the names...

Renting apt for 3 years & always paid rent before its due. I just received a 60 day notice for no reason. Is this legal?

Yes, this is legal. Since the one year lease expired, you became a month to month tenant. A landlord can terminate a month to month tenancy by...

Can a landlord evict a tentant without giving notice?

In most instances, a landlord must given written notice to a tenant before a landlord can proceed with an unlawful detainer lawsuit. There are a...