Yes, the state will likely charge the abuser. Every day in every courthouse in every county in every state across this nation abuse victims want to recant their stories claiming they lied or were otherwise mistaken to save their abuser. The police, judges and prosecutors hear this every day.... View More

[An] amicus curiae may file a brief only by leave of court or if the brief states that all parties have consented to its filing, but a court of appeals may prohibit the filing of or may strike an amicus brief that would result in a judge's disqualification.... View More

The California Courts Self-Help Guide has some wonderful information andassistance. Much more than a free online Q and A can provide with no details provided. Allowing an attorney to evaluate, organize and prepare your small claims presentation would be a wise investment. It would provide you a... View More

Yes, you can sue a dealership if you have had to replace your transmission 2 times within a year. Whether you will be successful depends on the facts and your presentation. You don't mention anything about any written agreements.

Allowing an attorney to evaluate, organize and draft... View More

If you are being criminally charged you need to contact a criminal defense attorney. If a customer is threatening you by saying they tell the police you probably need a business attorney. Or maybe it's something else.

Prepare a well written statement of the situation (< 2 pages) to... View More

An attorney can certainly assist you with this endeavor. Some attorneys offer reason rates. Some do not.

If you were arrested but were never charged with a crime, OR if the case was dismissed before a criminal complaint was filed against you, you may be able to request that the... View More

It is unlikely the sheriff's department or a process server will do your leg work to find his address. Service by publication MAY be an option. The bigger problem is how do you expect to collect on the judgment if you manage to get a judgment?

I assume you asked about the perjury too.... View More

No one can hold him responsible. See Civil Code, section 47, subdivision(b.)

California’s litigation privilege is an incredibly powerful tool that effectively immunizes conduct if it is reasonably related to litigation. The litigation privilege protects conduct even if it is ‘alleged to... View More

A California ID card or Driver License is valid through its expiration date. After that date, the person possesses an expired California ID card or Driver License. Upon renewal, paperwork will be issued the supplement the expired license until the new license arrives. Perhaps you could provide your... View More

When and how to prove it is your separate property will be determined by how the issue is dealt with in your specific proceedings. Theoretically, it could be last issue determined. More importantly, the restraining order shall not preclude a party from using community property, quasi-community... View More

Subpoena Duces Tecum. Upon request of either party to the controversy, accompanied by a declaration showing good cause for the production thereof and showing the relevance thereof, and upon the determination of the Labor Commissioner, he or she may issue a subpoena duces tecum requiring the... View More

No, a case will not be dismiss a case if city attorney lies to the court for a change of a trial date. The continuance would have been denied, but little more than a shot to his credibility. Can you prove the attorney knew? Maybe that's what the city inspector told him. Maybe he had surgery... View More

The Santa Clara County Law Library has valuable resources. Visit the website before going.

In order to ensure the best possible outcome, you need to consult with an attorney, at least in a limited role. Far too often, an individual leaves court disappointed because they weren’t properly... View More

No, not being read the Miranda rights is not a case for dismissal, unless the ONLY evidence is what YOU told police after you were in custody. Your wife's wishes are considered, but not determinative. Most abuse victims wouldn't press charges if they made the decision for various reasons... View More

You will need a little more to convince a judge to award you $6,000. I don't know what's the deposit or what's the rental ($.) I don't know what agreement you had. I don't know what you consider reasonable time.

Allowing an attorney, like me, to evaluate, organize... View More

The girls' wishes should be considered, but it isn't their decision. The parents will need to modify the custody order to reflect any changes. If an agreement can be reached it should be fairly simple for an attorney.

Refusal to comply with the current is a violation, regardless... View More

A properly formed, funded and maintained LLC can protect members' personal assets. Failing to do all three offers very little to safeguard anything. Merely filing the initial paperwork and getting identification numbers does little more than provide creditors with a slight inconvenience.... View More

I would call the clerk's office first to determine if the information is publicly available. Even if the filing party failed to properly classify the information as confidential, the clerk's office is pretty good at rejecting the filings until it's in compliance. Bank statements,... View More

Unfortunately, what the judge may have said 30 years ago isn't going to help unless it's documented. I would need to review your case to determine your options. I am sure you have options. "Reduce the impact of your California criminal record. Although true expungement does not exist... View More

The court's self-help-library is extensive, but legal advice prohibited. In order to ensure the best possible outcome, you need to consult with an attorney, at least in a limited role. Far too often, an individual leaves disappointed or even irate because they weren’t properly prepared. A... View More