Litigation

City ordinances can impact both the rental units owners and the persons wanting to rent those units.  In a recent case, cities have been deemed exempt from California's Unruh Civil Rights Act. The Unruh Civil Rights Act prohibits a business establishment from...

Most witnesses, even seasoned experts, enter trial with a clear story and narrative in their head. However, after the lengthy questioning of direct examination, the scrutiny of opposing counsel under cross-examination, and the pressure of the witness box, many expert...

While litigation and the courts are a great way to regain losses, potential clients should be prepared for a fight. Before any action is filed, an attorney should review the case to discuss what legal bases the client has for the claim, the client's likelihood of...

Unlawful detainers are already fraught with procedural pitfalls and now due to budget cuts and an increase in "pro per" litigants, landlords face additional delays and difficulties in removing tenants that refuse to pay. The old saying "time is money" holds especially...

The California Supreme Court extended litigation risks when Selling, negotiating, inducing someone to sign an agreement with you prior to or atthe time of signing can now lead to litigation.  A new sequence of cases makes it easier to litigation fraudulent...