"Forthwith" means as soon as can be reasonably done. It usually means immediately, with no excuses for delay. A one month delay probably does not...

My owner sent a notice Stating that he is going to inspect my duplex every month is this legal?

Yes, most likely. California law states that a landlord can enter a rental unit only for the following reasons: -- In an emergency. -- When...

Is there a civil code that I can use to recover future medical expenses?

In Howell v. Hamilton Meats & Provisions, Inc. (2011) 52 Cal.4th 541 (2011), the California Supreme Court held that a plaintiff can only recover...

Is my landlord's precedence and silence on 4/15 a valid defense against non-payment eviction?

It would not be a viable defense to an unlawful detainer (eviction) lawsuit. By law, once a 3 day notice to pay rent or quit is served, the tenant...

If both persons have joint authority on the CD account, either one has the right to close it. Often times, a bank will automatically close an...

A "statute of limitations" refers to a time limit as to when a lawsuit must be filed with a court before being time barred. The statute of...

If you were opposing attorneys to lawsuit and I wrote you a demand letter expiring in 3 weeks,would you wait until the last day?

If you are referring to a settlement demand letter, any number of possibilities could happen. Typically, if the defendant were interested in...

I filed a limited Civil suit under 10,000. There are two separate defendants and Does 1-10. Both defendants were served separate

Yes, it is mandatory that the attorney serve you with the Demurrer. In fact, the attorney was supposed to have met and conferred with you prior to...

Can the clerk change the entered default without any notice to me?

If the answer was actually filed before entry of default, then yes, the clerk can change the entry of default. Sounds like you will probably will...

If I am unsure about the general and punitive damages, what do I fill in for the Statement of Damages form?

First of all, I assume this is either a personal injury or wrongful death case. Otherwise, you are not required to serve a Statement of Damages...