Freedom of Information/Privacy Act

The time frame for completion of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request could be as little as 20 working days, or as long as six or more...

Can an agent for service of process sue the corporation for which s/he is the agent for services of process?

Yes. Serving the designated agent is not the only method of serving a particular business entity with process. The Code of Civil Procedure and...

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Is it possible still to take a small claims appeal to a higher court by filing a motion to reconsider and/or a motion for new

No. The judgment from a small claims appeal is final. If you were the defendant and lost, you'll have to pay.

What recourse do I have against a restaraunt if we get our car broken into in their parking lot?

I agree, it doesn't sound right. A lawsuit, however, will probably be costly and difficult to win. Nevertheless, I think it is worthwhile making...

Probably not. However, there is a non-profit organization called Utility Consumers' Action Network (UCAN) that might be able to help you with your...

If someone sign's a form saying in theire wrighting that thy approve the purchase can they then take you to small claims court

Does the writing with the statement specifically state that this was a gift? If so, he can take you to small claims court, but you ought to win.

I am in the proccess of folclosure I reside in San Francisco, CA Q: Will they come after my money, paycheck, 401k etc?

Your question does not specify sufficient information such as whether the foreclosure is a non-judicial foreclosure (typically the case in...

CAN I SUE MY LANDLORD FOR RENTING A ELEGAL UNIT?THE CITY OF REDONDO BEACH SAYS HE NEVER GOT PERMIT.

You can sue but you probably won't win, especially if you no longer live there. The key issue is uninhabitability, not the lack of permit. ...

Can a debt collector sue me for my tax return?

No, Without having filed a lawsuit and obtained a favorable judgment, the creditor cannot take your tax refund. In California, this is a process...

I am currently renting and the house i am renting has gone from forecloser to auction to shortsale and i was wondering if i

Yes, still need to pay rent to the owner until and unless there is a new owner. For more information, see...