In a third party PI case, when defendant's MSJ is denied, can that be used as evidence in the trial?
Not the denial, but you might be able to use evidence from the motion.
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Not the denial, but you might be able to use evidence from the motion.
I agree with the other answers, but if you were forced to sign a false statement, that could be your best bet for a claim, depending on the details.
It should be denied unless/until there is a legal issue requiring ruling by the judge. In Santa Clara, one can't challenge a judge merely managing...
Arrange to have a witness instead. Don't need knowledge or consent.
It likely depends on the terms of your employment, and any related company policies and agreements.
I'd just add that for some civil claims like negligence, fault/liability is apportioned among the parties, so defendants need not be 100%...
No, but if you and the lawyer are strangers, how would he know that the claims are bogus at such an early stage. Usually it's a gray area with...
Discuss in detail with the lawyer whom your insurance provides. Alert 'em to potential cross-claims against other drivers who were negligent. They...
If you've found a medical expert witness already who agrees with your theory of negligence, that would be very helpful.
Sounds like a dirty trick to me, though the "final settlement" (whatever that is) could raise issues. Try the Labor Commissioner or small claims...