How many times can my opponent ask for supplemental responses in discovery?

For interrogatories, twice before the initial trial date is set and once more after the initial setting of trial. For request for admissions,...

For interrogatories, twice before the initial trial date is set and once more after the initial setting of trial. For request for admissions,...

Does my landlord have a legal right to show my apartment before I move out?

Yes, with proper advance notice. California law states that a landlord can enter a rental unit only for the following reasons: -- In an...

I have a question about appeal process after filing notice of appeal.

You need to file an Appellant's Notice of Designation of Record. In addition, if you are the Appellant, you must serve and file a Civil Case...

As a landlord can I withhold security deposit for medical bills of another tenant.

No. Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1950.5, a landlord may only use a tenant's security deposit for four purposes: 1) For unpaid...

Can my partner hire people to work in our shop without my consent?

Generally speaking, yes. Except as expressly statedin a written partnership agreement, each general partner has the same right and authority to...

60 day notice to vacate was posted for illegal rental.

You should not rely on anyone's speculation regarding your important tights and obligations. You will need your own lawyer to review the initial...

Are the court documents downloaded from lacourt.org the same as the files that will be served?

Yes, however, only the court files from unlimited jurisdiction civil cases pending at the Stanley Mosk Courthouse can be downloaded from the...

Is it possible to sue a state in state court rather than in federal court?

Yes, certainly. However, if you want to sue a government agency (such as the State of California), you must first file a claim with the agency...

Just because the plaintiff has filed 18+ lawsuits does not necessarily mean the plaintiff is a vexatious litigant. California Code of Civil...