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My Landlord is a very nice lady but she wants me to sign a California Association of Realtors Pet Addendum where I would have to cover any damages made by my dog. My worry is that every little scratch on the wood floors or issue will be blamed on my pet and I will be liable for thousands or tens of... View More 
answered on Dec 24, 2022
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
Hello I currently have a lease through a property management my landlord placed house for sale as soon as we had signed a contract extension. with that being said em I obligated to show the property if I'm still under contract?
answered on Dec 13, 2022
Yes, but there are limits, as well as requirements for proper notice. Read carefully California Civil Code section 1954, especially (d)(2). https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=1954&lawCode=CIV
Her inuries included two compound fracture both legs and crced pelvis a brief amwas in hospital two week than in a long term care facility.....yet she only offered 6. Thousand.. ..why so little.others I know we're getting much much more
answered on Nov 17, 2022
Every case is different, but it sounds like your friend is 1. not represented by a lawyer and 2. is still negotiating. She needs a lawyer to get her the best money recovery. It's really that simple. Insurance companies will take advantage of people who do not have lawyers. They make more... View More
I have a will and death certificate. how do I put my name on the deed? There is a loan, the bank said to put my name on the deed before I can take over the loan thank you
answered on Jul 17, 2022
In order for you to get title in your name, the property will have to be probated. There are some exceptions to probate, but nothing in your question mentions any facts which suggest they apply in this situation. You need to contact a probate attorney now, as the process is not quick and you also... View More
I have sent several letters and called many times and the other party, which is a tow truck company, still has not paid. They were served properly by a sheriff's deputy but they failed to appear on our court date, so the judge awarded me the judgment which seems impossible to collect. How do I... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2022
The good news is that your judgement keeps earning interest while it remains uncollected. The bad news is that collection is up to you, and is not a subject which can be easily answered in a simple question and answer forum. There are attorneys who specialize in collections, and typically charge... View More
He was also a lawyer so I’m not to worried about the validity of his will. My mother is making it seem that because she is next of kin that everything goes through her. But he wanted her to have nothing. It says it in the will. An executor was named. He left everything to me and my brother. My... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2022
Sorry for your loss. Your question is posted in the California law section, and this answer only applies in California. Whoever has the will must "lodge" it with the Superior Court in the county where your brother was a resident at the time of his death. Consult with a probate... View More
An IFP, mentally incompetent plaintiff ADA case was filed in federal court. The 9th Circuit reversed and remanded for me to be appointed Guardian ad litem and the case is moving forward. The State Bar's policy prevents due process and equal protection for those requiring ADA assistance to... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2022
A Guardian ad Litem can not act "in pro Per", but must be represented by counsel. This policy is not something invented by the State Bar. See, for example, the admonition contained in form MC-050, regarding substitutions of attorney. ("NOTICE TO PARTIES APPLYING TO REPRESENT... View More
On may of 2019, i was struck by a dodge challenger who failed to stop at a stop sign in a 2way intersection. Driver fled on foot and my insurance had to foot the bill for my vehicle. I was traveling northbound in my infiniti when i was hit on my front right passenger door which made my vehicle... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2022
You need to turn the papers over to your insurance company immediately. You, as an individual, are the correct party to be sued, but your insurance is there to protect you. Because you have been served court papers, you must act right away.
Her oldest daughter has Power of Attorney,
placed her in a facility without asking or talking to her about other living options she has available to her. She doesn't want to live nor need to live in a facility. She also has a Living Trust. She has options to live with relatives or... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2022
So long as she has the "capacity" to make her own decisions, she can make her own choices, including revoking a power of attorney. If a contract was signed with a valid power of attorney in place, that will have to be looked at. You should have your mom see an estate planning attorney,... View More
My brother, never married, died intestate with no debt, a savings/checking account, a 10 acre parcel owned solely, and one half title on a house held as community property with our mother.
My mom, being first in succession, received the cash assets, his union pension and SS benefits after... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2022
Probate will almost certainly be required, unless the house title with your mother allows. It is possible the house jointly owned with your mother can pass without probate, if it is held in joint tenancy. (Your post says "community property", but that would not be correct for a couple... View More
Signed a Contract for a Vehicle Purchase - but was double charged for it , and requested refund of additional payment which was reimbursed after a long time.
In the meantime the Vehicle had some issues - which the company settled by making me sign a Mutual Release agreement - that absolves... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2022
Like many contracts and releases, it really comes down to the specific wording of the document. They can always threaten to sue, or even file a lawsuit, but to understand whether their action is realistic you need an attorney to review the documents.
My name is on the deed as a joint tenant, the house is paid for and my significant other says I'm not entitled to any of the house because he paid for it. We had a co-mingled account for 1/2 of the time we have been together. I have contributed to the household with my income. He has been... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2022
An attorney will need to fully review the facts to give you a specific opinion in your case. Generally, a joint tenant is entitled to one half the property. If court action is required, an action for "partition" will force the division (usually by sale) of the property, with the court... View More
I wish to hire an attorney to help with preparing an "opposition to motion to deem matters admitted". Is it possible to hire for only that, or will attorneys require they represent me throughout the entire case?
answered on Jan 11, 2022
You can hire an attorney to provide "limited scope" services. If you want them to actually appear in court, just for a single motion or hearing, that can be done. You can also have them just write the papers and coach you on how to represent yourself. See, for example: LimitedScopeCounsel.com
My situation involves a neighbor who hired a fence repairman to remove the last section of fence separating our properties under the guise of installing a new fence post where there wasn't one prior for the neighbor, instead the worker destroyed and uprooted a large shrub on my side of the... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2022
You may be entitled to up to three times your damages plus attorney fees. Obtain an estimate of the replacement value of the shrub and set up a consultation with a real estate attorney. Your options are to either settle or sue. There are various methods of negotiating settlements. You... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2021
Yes. A prevailing party is entitled to their "costs". Depending on the case, these can be quite significant. In some cases, such as when a contract or statute allows them, attorney fees may also be assessed. Some costs are automatic and are awarded after a "memorandum of... View More
The tenants were served the complaint and summons on 12/27. Yet they filed their response on 12/16. Is their response valid? It seems that they are putting the cart before the horse.
answered on Dec 29, 2021
Generally, when a case is filed a defendant can file a response without being served, if they so choose. Not clear from your post how they knew about the complaint, but the response would not be invalidated just because they were served afterwards.
We just closed on the sale of our house a month ago. We just got an email from our agent. The buyer's agent says the buyer wants us to compensate them for new windows. They are complaining about train noise which was disclosed. They are also claiming dogs barking which we never had an issue... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2021
It sounds like you would win the case, just based on what you have written here. That doesn't mean they can't sue you. Review the sale contract to see if mediation is required before bringing suit, whether attorney fees are available to the prevailing party, or any other terms that... View More
There's a new born baby at the house and a new mom that cant get the vaccine so we don't feel safe letting her in at this time.
answered on Dec 18, 2021
The answer to your question is going to be governed by Civil Code section 1954, along with a careful analysis of the facts. First, read Civil Code section 1954. It discusses specifically the situations under which a landlord can enter the rental premises. If the "inspection" your... View More
I need help with a rental termination fee. I used to live in San Francisco. I was unable to pay my rent and came over to Chicago to seek affordable housing and good schools for my kids. My previous landlord sent me an invoice of around 12,000$ because of finishing my rental prematurely. What should... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2021
You need an attorney to look at your rental agreement in order to properly advise you on the specifics of your case. Generally, a tenant is responsible for the full term of the lease. However, the landlord is required to "mitigate damages", that is, try to re-rent the unit once the... View More
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