What will happen with my unlawful detainer lawsuit? I gave 30 days notice, and already paid last month's rent, but am being sued

I agree with Attorney Busch. It is imperative that you file a timely Answer to Complaint to prevent a default judgment from being entered against...

Response to MSJ

In California, to obtain summary judgment, a defendant must show that the plaintiff cannot establish an element of his/her cause of action (or a...

Thick reference letter - need a signature on each page?

There is no legal requirement that a letter, a contract or a declaration be initialed on each and every page.

Do the judges in the Los Angeles Superior Court actually personally read the moving and opposing papers?

Yes, judges do read the motion, opposition and reply. There are polite ways to inquire whether the court has read and considered an opposition...

Is the company I'm suing allowed to lie at a deposition?

It sounds like your were given an offer to settle, which is not admissible evidence to prove liability. If you desire to ascertain what "proof"...

There is no such motion to consolidate hearings, and as a practical matter, would not ever be filed because there would usually be insufficient...

No, a small claims court cannot provide injunctive relief. You would have to file a lawsuit in the superior court after exhausting your...

Can i sue??

Yes, anyone can bring a lawsuit for anything, but the real question of whether or not you have a viable claim (that is, a case you can win) depends...

If at a motion to compel, a judge refuses to allow evidence that should have been accepted or the defendant wouldn't get a fair

Yes, it can ultimately be grounds for appeal. True. However, an appeal can only be taken from a judgment or an appealable order. An order on a...

Yes, it is possible. As a prerequisite, you need to file a Notice of Related Case in each of the actions.