I found out I can't take judicial notice of an email, other options?

You cannot introduce extrinsic evidence such as an email in an opposition to a demurrer. All you can do is articulate in your opposition how you...

What does this mean?

It appears to be the defendant's argument that the demurrer to the 29th cause of action should be sustained without leave to amend because the...

Can new and different causes of actions be added when amending the complaint ( so long as they're within the S.O.L. or ...

So long as no defendant has filed an Answer to Complaint, the plaintiff can amend the complaint (and add new causes of action and/or new...

Our trial date is July 22 2015. Do we pro per have time to request a deposition of the plaintiff? We are in California.

No, you do not. In California, all discovery must be completed 30 days before the initial trial date. Therefore, unless all parties stipulate, it...

If my management co owes prop taxes on my apt do i have to pay them rent? in south los angeles ca under rent control

I agree with Attorney Lauria. Even if the landlord was delinquent in paying property taxes, it does not excuse a tenant's responsibility to pay...

Can a landlord offer to lease at a certain amount, then raise the amount later before the lease is signed?

Yes, the landlord can change the rent amount until the lease agreement is actually signed. It would not be too cool but the landlord's legal...

Do I have to pay for water in the apartment I live in?

No, not unless the lease or rental agreement sets forth your obligation to also pay for water and/or other utilities. For an apartment building, it...

No, not unless the lease or rental agreement sets forth your obligation to also pay for water and/or other utilities. For an apartment building,...

Yes, a debt that you owe can certainly be sent to a collections agency with just your name and address, without your social security number. It is...

You might get in trouble, if you mean you might get sued for any personal injuries or wrongful death. Generally speaking, the rule regarding...