As an employer, how can I construct a settlement agreement to include a confidentiality clause?

You would include a provision such as this: "CONFIDENTIALITY: This Agreement and the terms thereof shall be maintained in strict confidence by...

How do I file "Proof of claim" in chapter 7 bankrupcy as creditor

If this already determined to be a "no asset" case, you unfortunately will not be able to file a Proof of Claim. Unless the debt was the...

Who is responsible for UD case not being masked?

It was the landlord's attorney's fault, but ultimately, it is the court clerk that masks and unmasks unlawful detainer cases. Under California...

What can I do if another business owner fails to pay my business on time?

The way to force him to pay what he owes you is to sue him. You can either sue in small claims court (if the amount is $7500 or less for...

Definition of property abandonment in the case of foreclosure eviction

California law has three different procedures which a landlord may follow to remove and dispose of personal property left in a rental unit after a...

If a part time employee is working 20 hours a week and not receiving medial bennefit, life insurance, or accidental death and

Attorney Fruchter correctly points out that there are two considerations here. The first one is that there is no requirement under California law...

What forms do i need to file for an ex parte hearing for missing my unlawful detainer hearing and now there is a judgement

There are no "forms" for an ex parte application for order shortening time for service of notice of motion, nor forms for a proposed order...

What type of lawyer do I need to sue a process server and law firm?

I agree with Attorney Koslyn's response. The fact that you amicably settled the unlawful detainer action probably makes it difficult for you to...

Do I have a case?

Yes, you have a case. The other attorneys are correct. You need to take action before the two year statute of limitations expires. Ypu've been...

Neither. The date of service is the date when the document is actually served (put in the mail).