Benefits of mediation in California
The benefits of mediation in California compared to litigation are the topic of this blog post. Mediation is gaining in popularity as a very effective way of resolving a dispute without the need for litigation. This blog post will provide a brief description of the mediation process as well as the benefits of mediation compared […]
Motion for summary judgment in California
A motion for summary judgment in California is the topic of this blog post. The statutory authorization for a motion for summary judgment in California is found in Code of Civil Procedure section 437c(a)(1) which states in pertinent part that, “Any party may move for summary judgment in any action or proceeding if it is […]
How to vacate a judgment in California
How to vacate a judgment in California is the topic of this blog post. This blog post will discuss four of the most common methods by which a default or judgment can be vacated in California. DISCRETIONARY RELIEF UNDER CCP SECTION 473(b) The first and most well known method for vacating a default or judgment […]
Depositions in California
Depositions in California are the topic of this blog post. Depositions in California are authorized by Code of Civil Procedure section 2025.010 which states in pertinent part that, “Any party may obtain discovery … by taking in California the oral deposition of any person, including any party to the action. The person deposed may be […]
Limited-scope representation in California
Limited-scope representation in California is the topic of this blog post. Limited-scope representation in California is also known as “unbundling”, “unbundled legal services”, or “discrete task representation. The term limited-scope representation refers to a situation where you and an attorney agree that they will handle some parts of your case and you will handle the […]