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answered on Jan 4, 2015
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There are private databases that allow the subscribers to search court records by the parties' names, judge's name, etc. You can also attend court's open sessions and... View More 
answered on Jan 4, 2015
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answered on Jan 4, 2015
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If your former landlord (LL) filed for bankruptcy, that would affect LL's liabilities -- not yours. Technically, the bankruptcy estate of LL would be the new creditor, and you... View More
My childrens father has been running since 2003 from every process server i have ever sent. i few years ago the only address i had for him (grandmothers home) was sold and I cant find him now. He told on of my children that he was being sued for a motorcycle that he fixed (works under the table).... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2015
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You can go to the courthouse and use the public computer to search for the defendant by name; if you find any cases, you can then ask to see the case file and see what address the... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2015
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Your description is very brief, so it is difficult to understand the context. Apparently, a party to the action filed a document which required payment of a filing fee, and since... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2015
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If you want to represent yourself, you have to draft your answer, have a third party serve copies of it, and send the original with filing fee to the Connecticut court.... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2015
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You can go to your local law library and look through the law practice guides for the language. If your case is before the Superior Court of San Diego County, that court has its own... View More
Our family business sold and installed wall to wall carpeting for a customer who died before paying off the balance owned on the job. He son's refuse to answer our calls and questions as to how her estate is being handled or who to contact.
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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Section 366.3 of the California Code of Civil Procedure sets a one year time limit from the date of decedent's death for bringing a creditor's claim against the estate. Be... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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It may be a breach of contract but you need to provide additional detail to understand what happened. How was it 'impossible' to get your vehicle out? Did you leave your... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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Each insurance company's policy is written differently. Your insurance broker may be able to help you locate the clause in your policy. Be sure to consult your own attorney to... View More
my uncle asked this lady who had been taking care of him if she would until he passed on. She agree, he then gave her power of attorney, a few weeks later she locked him out. What cause of action should he take?
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answered on Jan 1, 2015
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There can be many issues including your uncle's mental capacity to make this lady his attorney-in-fact, what the scope of the power-of-attorney was, etc. Your uncle should... View More
12/21/14 my dog got viciously attacked by my a pug & a chihuahua in my property...i spoke to the owner who was away for the weekend when the incident took place...they surrendered their dog To animal control the next day..when approaching them with the Vet bill..they said they have no way of... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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Generally, the owner of the attacking dog is liable for the injuries caused. You can sue your neighbor for the cost of your dog's treatment. If your neighbor has... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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If the trademark is already registered by someone else for the class of goods you intend to use it in, you will not be able to register that trademark either in "standard... View More
answered on Jan 1, 2015
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For the requirements to obtain a California driver's license, visit this page on the California DMV website: http://www.dmv.org/ca-california/apply-license.php. Be sure to... View More
My friend died unexpectedly. She did not leave a will, and her daughter wants to keep her vehicle. The car holds deep sentimental value, but the title is still in the deceased's name. The payments are updated but the daughter wants to transfer the title. She is extraordinarily distraught, in... View More
answered on Dec 31, 2014
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I am sorry for your loss. Since your late friend had no estate plan, her estate will need to go through probate. In California, for small estates (i.e., estates with total value of... View More
I was appointed a pub.defender. judge ordered $500.+ in "fees". I can't afford!
answered on Dec 31, 2014
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Yes, the court has the power to order payment of restitution, etc. Rather than trying to ignore the court order, you should research whether there is a way to have it reduced, or at... View More
Hello! Here is the thing - I am in LA and my landlord in San Francisco. I usually buy money orders and send them to him to pay my rent. Last month I did the same, but he claims he never go it and when I've checked with the MO company, they said it was cashed. Now my landlord demands a... View More
answered on Dec 31, 2014
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If you have fully and timely paid your landlord your rent for the month, you do not have an obligation to pay it a second time. However, it is not clear if you have evidence that... View More
answered on Dec 31, 2014
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Why is there a need to prove your competency to retain counsel? If there has been questions concerning your mental capacity in the past, or you anticipate there may be questions in... View More
I am filling out a loan application they are asking if I have 'ever' had a bankruptcy? I did but it is off my record at this point, do I have to answer, is it legal to inquire about old bankruptcies?
answered on Dec 31, 2014
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It would not be illegal to ask about your history of bankruptcy filings. If the application asks whether you "ever" filed for bankruptcy, you need to disclose any bankruptcy... View More
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