Q: I had solar installed two years ago and it is not producing as it should. The company has filed chapter 11. Any recourse

They still advertise instalation .and will not respond. My electric bill is now high.

First, it is rare that ONE company does this all. Usually there are... View More

This can happen during a colonoscopy with or without malpractice. Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors did.

Consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in... View More

There is no criminal exposure here, so do not fret that.

You are considered to be an at will employee unless you have an agreement to the contrary about that status with your employer. Your employer can discipline or terminate you at any time and for any reason or for no reason at all.... View More

Each power of attorney gives different rights or powers to the agents (people who are given the powers.) Lawyers would need to read the Power of Attorney in your particular case before they could give you an opinion as to what your brother can and cannot do. The two most common documents in estate... View More

Addressing a default on a home equity loan, particularly one with the complexities you've described, involves understanding several legal principles.

The lender can foreclose on the deed of trust within 10 years after maturity if the recorded deed of trust recites a maturity date, and... View More

Yes, as temporary resident, so long as you meet the residency requirements in California and the county that you are residing in, you are able to file for a legal name change.

There is absolutely no relevance of your immigration status in the United States in order to change your name... View More

You should ask for a copy of your file in writing from your attorney. Then you should make an appointment and see anyone of us on Justia for a free consultation. We need to review the file to see why the first offer made by the insurance is so low. Has the attorney negotiated to try to get a... View More

There is no meritorious legal claim for age discrimination for those under the age of 40. Sorry. It is perfectly legal for an employer to refuse to hire you if you have no skills or experience, and even if they admit that they are hiring you because of your age, you do not have a legal claim.... View More

BEWARE - This models many scams I have seem many times. I cannot tell you that this is a scam for sure, but it looks a lot like proven scams in the past. And note, if you are an employee, this is an unlawful employment practice. Good luck to you.

People can write whatever they want and give the document to the court clerk, who will accept it so long as it is in the right format. But, after that point, the judge and any opposing party will read it. If the information that the witness changed is material (meaning it matters from a legal... View More

If you're asking whether attorneys could present more than one legal theory (pleading in the alternative), that is generally permissible, subject to the rules of civil procedure of the jurisdiction. Federal Rules of Civil Procedure allow it. If you're asking if someone could present... View More

I've had scores of bankruptcy clients who have voiced deep regrets about debt consolidation groups.

Only a federal bankruptcy court, not any state court and certainly no debt consolidation group can provide a legal discharge of debt.

And with certain limited exceptions, no... View More

If the work from home was part of a reasonable accommodation of a disabling condition, the answer might be quite different. If not, then as an at will employee your employer can change the terms and conditions of your employment at any time and for any reason or even for no reason at all. That... View More

It may or may not be malpractice. Malpractice means that a health care provider acted below the standard of care and that that action or inaction caused harm. Another qualified health care provider or providers would be needed to testify as to the breach of the standard of care.

Another... View More

I'm really sorry for you. Unfortunately, the time to be vigilant is before you hire a contractor. As you now know, everything you now know about him could have been discovered by you before you hired him.

I'm sure you already know that deadbeats don't pay their bills.... View More

Hi there,

Your question is actually quite complex. In a California workers' compensation case, there are different scenarios where you will receive permanent, partial disability payments. The maximum rate of these payments is $290 per week. The length of time you receive these... View More

Who said you needed an IID? The problem is you clain to have a built in excuse to drive illegally because you can simply claim she's having a migraine every time you get pulled over with her in the car. I doubt the "we would be forced to walk home 7 miles on freeway" excuse is going... View More

It seems clear you don't believe it's a good idea, and it probably isn't. Even if everyone agrees to it initially, it can be quickly ended once there's a conflict. If the attorney sees a problem, she would be obligated to withdraw. Hopefully she understands this and is of good... View More

If you solely inherited a house and a sibling is living there without a lease or your consent, you can legally remove them through the following steps:

Notice to Quit: Issue a written notice requesting them to vacate the property. California law generally requires 30 days’ notice, but it... View More

Without buying out the other owner's share, you would need to file a partition to split the property between yourself and the other owner's estate. You can also file a claim for contribution against the estate or include the claim for contribution in the partition to have half of the... View More