When someone is taking to court and neither party appear should the case be dismissed automatically by the judge.

Typically, the protocol is for the judge to either dismiss the case without prejudice or set an Order to Show Cause Re Sanctions and/or Dismissal...

I am the tenant.

You have the right to stay as a tenant until May 2011 pursuant to your lease. If the foreclosure sale occurs in May, then your right to remain...

What happens next

No, regardless of who becomes the new owner, they can't kick you out the same day as the auction, nor serve you with a 3-day notice. The...

I am the tenant.

You have the right to stay as a tenant until May 2011 pursuant to your lease. If the foreclosure sale occurs in May, then your right to remain...

Compromise with the second loan

If you have some ability to pay, albeit in installments, then you will likely want to negotiate a settlement whereby you can pay in installments. ...

There are different ways of responding to a complaint in a business litigation lawsuit. In some instances, in a state court lawsuit, it might be...

According to california law can a married man (still legally married) give a general power of attorney to his mistress?

Yes, under California law, the married man may grant a general power of attorney to his mistress. However, he should know that doing increases the...

Process service in an apartment building

There are obviously inconsistencies here, but this is not what the law calls "abuse of process". Nevertheless, it is my suggestion that you not...

Can a tenant request a jury trial for an unlawful detainer trial?

Yes, the tenant is entitled to request a jury in an unlawful detainer trial.

What are the odds of winning an eviction based on landlord retaliation?

I agree with both attorneys' responses. No one can predict the chances of prevailing. However, if you are representing yourself without an...