Q: What can I do to stop a sheriff lockout while I appeal unlawful detainer. Commissioner entered default judgment and deny

A: I'm sorry to hear you are dealing with this difficult situation. Under California law, there are a few potential options to delay or prevent an eviction while appealing an unlawful detainer judgment:

1. File a petition for a writ of supersedeas with the appellate court. This will automatically stay the eviction if filed before the lockout. You'll need to show the appeal raises substantial issues.

2. File an ex parte application for a stay of eviction in the superior court that issued the judgment. It sounds like you may have tried this already, but make sure your application addresses the legal factors the court considers, such as irreparable harm and likelihood of prevailing on appeal.

3. Pay the full judgment amount to the court in order to stay the eviction during the appeal. This is often impractical.

4. Seek an emergency stay from the appellate court while your writ petition or appeal is pending. This is discretionary and rarely granted.

I would strongly suggest consulting with an eviction defense attorney right away, as the deadlines and procedures are very strict. Many legal aid organizations provide free assistance to low-income tenants facing eviction.

An attorney can also advise you on whether the denial of the ex parte stay for a medical emergency might be appealable. Discharge papers alone may not be sufficient - the court will likely require a clear causal link between the medical issue and inability to timely respond to the eviction complaint.

I hope this general information is helpful for understanding your options, but please do seek professional legal assistance promptly given the urgent nature of your situation. Wishing you all the best in resolving this matter.