Is there a way to sue for someone making an illegal threat to defame?

Defamatory statements are manifestly actionable. Generally speaking, a defamatory statement is a false statement of fact about another that causes...

How blunt can you be when arguing against your opponent in a civil case? Can you call him a "liar"?

California's litigation privilege––codified in Civil Code § 47(b)––provides that litigants cannot be sued for statements they make in court about...

What if you have the original title and has only your name? Are you legally the sole owner?

This question is unclear. Is this regarding a lien after a court judgment? if so, a prevailing plaintiff (judgment creditor) may potentially secure...

Shall I incorporate for my Airbnb business?

Another factor to consider is San Diego's regulatory environment. Del Mar recently enacted an ordinance placing strict limits on short-term leases...

What is a California prosecuting attorney's responsibility when learning he is about to present perjured testimony at a trial?

The Rules of Professional Conduct and the Business & Professions Code prevent attorneys from knowingly presenting false testimony in court. Section...

What can I do about someone making false allegations against me

California's litigation privilege provides an absolute defense to lawsuits arising from untrue statements that are made as part of the court...

Generally speaking, a plaintiff may sue a minor through her adult guardian, and under Civil Code section 1714.1, the minor's parents may be liable...

Long story short: Yes, he is allowed to set a dress code for his minor children. Or for anyone else living under his roof rent-free, I suppose.

What constitutes legal action for slander?

Written defamation is actually called libel; slander is spoken defamation. Either way, a statement is only defamatory if it consists of an untrue...

What would be my first course of action? a) File the state bar complaint first or b) File the lawsuit against the attorney?

If you're contemplating a lawsuit, I recommend starting by hiring an attorney for a consultation.