Discovery Process Abuses Once a lawsuit is filed, a formal exchange of evidence begins. This exchange is governed by specific rules of law. The rules govern and protect litigants from abuse of this process. Thus,… 

Using a Verified Complaint A verified complaint is a verification of the facts that have been stated in a complaint as truth. It is verified by the plaintiff or their attorney and may come attached… 

Informal Discovery Conference Before going to trial for a lawsuit, there is a procedure where each party can obtain evidence from the other party, or parties, by means of a “discovery device.” Such a device… 

Served With a Subpoenas By definition, a subpoena is a document that requests the attendance of a witness (or specific documents) at a trial, hearing, or deposition. Subpoenas are served to parties and non-parties in… 

Summary Judgement in California Summary judgement is a potent tool used in court. It has the ability to profoundly damage a case and cause a favorable settlement. Summary Judgement according to California Civil Code of… 

Litigation And Appeals Litigation Civil litigation is when two opposing parties argue or settle their disputes and seek damages. Civil litigation can take place inside a courtroom or outside of it. Traditionally, the process consists… 

Depositions in California When a party or non-party witness is questioned orally under oath it is called a deposition. Those who are facilitating the questions are called “deposition officers”. Depositions are valuable because it is…