If the title company won't give you a copy of the Abstract of Judgement, you will have to go to the County Recorder's office and get a copy. If you look at it and still don't know what it is about, then you will have to review the case file at the courthouse. If it truly is some... View More

There is a subset of probate/trust attorneys that take on litigated matters. If the probate attorneys you are contacting do not litigate, many will be able to refer you to someone who does. Whether an attorney will take your matter on a contingency basis is another story. Many more will be... View More

You can report your concerns to Adult Protective services in the county in which your father resides. They will investigate. See: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/adult-protective-services

The statute of limitations is the same one that applied to the original filing. It is not extended or changed by the dismissal.

Whether the house, or part of it, will go to you will depend on how many heirs there are, how title to the house is held, and whether there is a will or trust. You need to be talking to a probate attorney to find out what needs to be done.

Yes. A probate proceeding is the way to go, in all likelihood. Attorneys are paid a percentage of the estate at the end. you may need to pay for the initial court fees and publication costs. Speak with a probate attorney.

Of course airbags should operate correctly without taking into account who is at fault for the collision. The important factors in your situation, in addition to having an expert determine that the airbag(s) should have deployed, include which injuries would likely have been prevented or lessened... View More

Civil Code section 1954 covers the landlord's right to enter a dwelling unit. It does NOT provide for general "inspections". Any provision in a lease or rental agreement purporting to have a tenant waive their rights under section 1954 is void [Civil Code section 1953(a)]. You should... View More

You may be able to recover up to three times the value of the tree plus attorney fees, and property damage for the sprinkler and fence, as well as damages for trespass. You are more likely to be satisfied with the result if you have a knowledgeable and aggressive attorney representing you. Start... View More

A resident property manager is required for 16 units, not 6.

Next is you sue the driver and owner of the vehicle (and possibly others like employer of driver). If the damages are $10,000 or less, small claims court is available. http://limitedscopecounsel.com/small-claims/ and check your county court's website.

You are in a difficult position. First, your lease is a contract. There did not have to be a specific discussion at the signing about pets if the lease says they are not allowed. Again, regarding that you "figured" small pets were fine: if the lease says no, you don't get to make... View More

The short answer is yes. The statute of limitations relates to when a legal action must be brought. However, if a judgment was obtained against you, it lasted ten years, and may have been renewed for another ten. There are also exceptions to the statute of limitations, such as time you were... View More

That is not correct. You are describing a classic conflict of interest. An attorney's duty is to advise and protect the client. Only one of those three is the client.

Sorry for your loss. Assuming the house was titled in his name only, it should go through probate. The siblings can formally "disclaim" their shares. The brother can continue to live there and pay the existing mortgage.

You state they are "joint tenants in common". There is no such thing. They are either "joint tenants" or "tenants in common". If they are "Joint tenants", then which ever outlives the other will get the entire property. Having a will would not change this... View More

It means the defendant is asking the court to throw out the lawsuit, based on some problem or defect which can not be corrected. If the motion is successful the defendant wins the case.

Yes, they can sue you. If they do, turn it over to your insurance company right away. They will provide a defense (including appointing an attorney) for you.

Your legal position will depend on such factors as whether you were ever released from the lease, how the extension was accomplished (option, automatic?) and other facts specific to your situation. Do not speak with the firm until after you have had a consultation and document review with counsel,... View More

Assuming this is a new tenancy, you should document the condition of the place when you first take possession. Photos, video and a written inspection signed by landlord and tenant all are helpful. Do the same when the tenancy ends. Whether you sign the addendum or not, you are responsible for... View More