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answered on Jul 10, 2018
Yes you can close out the case at any time. Depending on your contract with the attorney you probably won't owe them anything but you might.
You can settle the case at a deposition but that would be something you need to talk to your attorney about.
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answered on Jul 10, 2018
I believe Mr. Pezzaglia gave you the best answer. The dog owner is strictly liable pursuant to California Civil Code Section 3342. The store I don't think that is likely and it would be hard to find an attorney to take that on unless there are other facts that are missing.
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answered on May 5, 2018
She should try to see if there is a licensing authority in her area where she can appeal to. There are a lot of lawyers that do administrative law. Maybe she can look for a lawyer in her area that practices administrative law and set up a free consultation.
I am filing a small claims complaint and suing for the max in CA (10k) for lost wages etc. An ex boyfriend assaulted me and I was hospitalized for a broken leg. His grandmother owns the house but I'm unable to file a homeowners ins claim as this was an intentional act. He has no job and... View More
answered on May 5, 2018
No you cannot. You can mention it as "persuasive authority" but not actual authority. The only actual authority would be from a higher court in the same state.
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