No, the court does not notify the plaintiff, nor does the plaintiff have to research the court records. The defendant is required to serve a copy...

You can request a postponement of the small claims trial in order to allow you additional time to serve the defendants by filing a Request to...

If you are referring to a deadline to file a motion, you get the first court day following the weekend or holiday to file the motion. See...

Yes, there are many differences. Generally speaking, California Rules of Court, Rules 3.1200-3.1207 deal with ex parte applications whereas...

What should I do with fraud ADA lawsuit?

It is not clear whether the case was filed in small claims court or in limited jurisdiction superior court. If in small claims court, the...

If you do not receive your security deposit back within 21 days after you moved out, you can file your small claims lawsuit. Under California Civil...

I live in San Jose, CA. What is the most I could be charge breaking a 12 month rental agreement?

The most you could be liable to pay is the remaining seven month's rent, plus the landlord's attorney's fees and costs, if you unilaterally...

Can I sue for a recent layoff ?

You will not likely win anything if you sue. Unless you have a written employment contract, your employment is "at will" and can be terminated at...

Should I hire an Attorney for a car accident with injury?

Yes, if you sustained personal injuries, you will get a much better result if you hired an attorney, especially if you are still treating. Your...

I helped my mother to file for a small claim because she is 72 and not doing well at all...

No, you cannot appear at trial on her behalf. She needs to appear if she is the plaintiff. However, she can call you as a witness. Here, however,...