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answered on Sep 28, 2017
To me your question omits sufficient information which would permit a reasonable response. If the trust is revocable, and if the original trustor is still alive and capable of amending the trust, a trust can be amended.
He won't give me a copy of my case or medical file. I then after looked up his name and it didn't appear on the California bar website.
answered on Sep 27, 2017
I think you would report this action to the Califnornia Bar, the same website you checked, they should have a hotline or phone number for you to call to report the action and that he would not give you back your file.
Mom passed away and thought I should not have ALL the $ until im "ready" and my uncle's boyfriend is in charge of the trust account (was in her will) hes not supposed to take any himself but hes not giving me the $...im 21yo and its like 300k of life insurance and savings. What can i... View More 
answered on Sep 21, 2017
Sounds like your uncle's boyfriend is carrying out your mom's wishes. Unless he is violating the terms of the trust, there's nothing to do. You should really read the trust instrument and figure out when the monies are supposed to be dispensed to you. It's probably specific... View More
Back in 1996 or 95 my grandfather passed away and left some stock to be divided between his 7 adult children my father passed away in 1974 that left me next of kin recently found out that my oldest Aunt forged my signature cashed out the stock and spent the money I never received a dime for the any... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2017
You need to talk to a Probate Attorney to find out the timelines necessary to bring this type of claim. As I understand it, the claim would be on behalf of your father's estate against your aunt. There is a 3 year statute of limitations on fraud (Code of Civil Procedure section 338(d)), but... View More
Two times in two months I called the police. First time he kicked my butt hard as I was bent down vacumming my car because I didn't have two side dishes the night before.police hounded me to have him arrested. Second was bad, he strangled me. Police did not care and made me to be the bad... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2017
If I am making sense out of your question, it is not likely a lawyer will be disbarred simply for doing what you claim.
The more important question for me is why you did not prosecute your ex for the injuries he caused you. I think you should focus on getting permanent restraining orders... View More
Was an incomplete ebay transaction.. she left only paying $500 by mistake. I need her to pay the rest... I never signed the title registration as well and wish to prevent her from registering until she pays... She has not answered any of my calls or messages I'm worried.. give me legal advice... View More
answered on Sep 2, 2017
You can com navy the police to report fraud/ theft. If you have the address, you can file suit in Small Claims court.
"Proof of Service" should have a 3rd person who is not involved in the case to do it, but plaintiff/defendant do that themselves, any consequence for that.
answered on Sep 1, 2017
A party to the case cannot sign the proof of service. It makes the service invalid.
answered on Aug 31, 2017
If you don't respond, the Demurrer will be sustained. If it is the first Complaint, you will likely be granted permission to Amend. In fact you could enter that Stipulation with Defense counsel now to avoid the hearing. If you are on the 2nd, 3rd, etc., Complaint, the Court may sustain the... View More
after getting thrown off case a public defender was appointed on 187 case and now lost the case due to the public defender not having knowledge of case. arent we entitled to some kind of refund? we paid about 30,000
answered on Aug 20, 2017
Vital details are missing. There is insufficient information which would allow a considered opinion.
In ever minute order of my case, the judge lays out specifically the orders made in each hearing. The last 2 minute orders are very vague. One states, "orders to be reflected in the findings and orders after hearing." I'm wondering what this means for the case.
answered on Jul 25, 2017
You can file a petition for clarification of the order. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
And releasing said photo grams to the news media.
answered on Jul 23, 2017
As far as I know, it is legal. If the suspect is a minor, perhaps it cannot be published, but I am not sure of that.
An awarded settlement for a personal injury case was issued and i disagree with how much was kept for the lawayer.
40% of $20,000 is not $19,500 and i just want to know is it to late for a complaint to be made because i believe arbitration is to late . They settled my case this time last... View More
answered on Jul 21, 2017
It is unclear if the $19.5k is for fees or fees and costs. Costs can be a significant charge to the client's net recovery and are in addition to a 40% fee.
Especially helpful would be 9th Circuit cases.
answered on Jul 14, 2017
Not necessarily, but it depends on the facts. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
trial but I subsequently lost. Do I have any recourse?
answered on Jul 10, 2017
Of course you do. A guarantee is a guarantee. Have you asked your lawyer for the money he or she promised you to pay off your bills? A couple of things to note: 1. It is virtually unheard of for a lawyer to guarantee a result in a litigation matter. 2. If the lawyer denies the guarantee, you... View More
While the Procecutor was making copies of the defendants personal notes for his cases now the judge said, ” All the little cases will be dropped but the big case was untouched. It’s a lie case they gave us only copies of his notes and case file. Not the originals. What motion do I file.... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2017
It sounds like there might be prosecutorial misconduct. What stage of litigation is your case at? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2017
Hire a criminal defense attorney who specializes in appeals. File an appeal based upon ineffective assistance of counsel. File a complaint with the State Bar. http://www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/Complaints-Claims/How-to-File-a-Complaint
answered on Jun 12, 2017
Typically not, but of course there may be limits on how much the defendants are able to pay based on their liability, assets, and insurance coverage limits. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney.... View More
Had 4 different attorney firms that never subpoenaed or did a discovery on my ex-wife's Bank accounts in Canada during our California divorce in 2010, on-going to 2017.
My ex-wife's family gifts totalling $335,610 was never disclosed.
DissoMaster Temp. Alimony to Final... View More
answered on Jun 5, 2017
Yes, you could potentially sue for that. It is possible to subpoena records in a foreign country but it is a lengthy and expensive process. If you were willing and able to pay, and directed your attorney to do so, but he failed, it might be malpractice. Some problems are that, you likely knew... View More
Im 23 now my guard card was suspended about 3 years ago. Im just now getting back interested in the field.
answered on Jun 1, 2017
Contact the licensing board to see whether the misdemeanor will still affect your license.
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