You don't indicate the type of case or the nature of the proceedings. Generally speaking, a status conference is merely for the court to be...

Does notice to end tenancy in sunnyvale, CA need to end on weekday or must begin on 1st of month? Will 30 day notice not suffice

Is this a fixed term lease or a month to month tenancy based upon a written rental agreement? If this is a month to month tenancy, then 30 days...

How can one get a trial date moved once it has been set in civl court? A new entity is being named in place of a doe

You can postpone (continue) a trial date by making a motion. The court may grant a continuance only upon an affirmative showing of good cause....

Yes, if you are suing the same individual, you can assert both claims in the same small claims lawsuit. Just make it clear on the Plaintiff's...

Can a violation of Consumer Rights. Also be a Civil Rights violation ?

This might be a consumer rights issue, but definitely not a civil rights violation. Keep in mind though that in California, there is no statutory...

Need to break lease too early! Need advice please!

If you let the landlord know your situation, and if you hand over the keys as soon as you are able to, this will reduce the possibility of a...

If the collections lawsuit was dismissed without prejudice, the plaintiff can re-file a new case. It is up to the defendant to raise the statute...

Can I file claim by home owner insurance ?

Yes, you can file a claim (but in my opinion, there won't be coverage for cleaning expenses if such incident is not defined as a "loss" under the...

What is the cancellation window for a signed commercial lease prior to tenant having possession of the space?

This is not a consumer transaction so there is no cancellation period. In a commercial lease situation, the law presumes the parties are...

Is this "attorney" trying to scam me?

What you describe sounds like a solicitation letter from an attorney hoping that you will retain him or her to defend a lawsuit. These attorneys...