Receiving a lawsuit can be overwhelming. Some people believe the lawsuit has no merit and assume it will simply go away. Others feel intimidated by the legal process and postpone dealing with it until a later date. Unfortunately, ignoring a…
If you have been sued in California—or are considering filing a lawsuit—you may hear your attorney mention a demurrer. Although the term sounds technical, a demurrer serves a relatively straightforward purpose: it asks the court to determine whether the complaint,…
Being served with a lawsuit can be one of the most stressful experiences a person or business owner faces. Whether the lawsuit arises from a personal injury claim, a contract dispute, a landlord-tenant matter, a business disagreement, or another civil…
For many people, the thought of going to trial is intimidating. Television dramas often portray courtroom trials as fast-paced, dramatic confrontations filled with surprise witnesses and emotional speeches. In reality, a California personal injury trial is a carefully structured legal…
One of the most common misconceptions people have after suffering an injury or experiencing a legal dispute is that they can file a lawsuit whenever they are ready. Unfortunately, California law does not work that way. Every civil lawsuit is…
If you’ve been involved in a California personal injury lawsuit, you may hear your attorney mention a “998 Offer” or an “Offer to Compromise.” Although the name sounds technical, it is one of the most powerful settlement tools available in…
