Is this book for you? --; Do you have a good case? --; Can't we settle this somehow? --; Deciding where and whom to sue --; Preparing the complaint --; Filing the papers --; Serving the papers on the defendants --; Lawsuits from the defendant's point of view --; If defendant doesn't respond --; Discovery --; The opposition gets nasty : summary judgment and other motions --; Moving your case to arbitration and trial --; Preparing for a trial or arbitration --; Trial before a judge --; Trial before a jury --; After the trial --; Finding a good lawyer.
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"Many lawsuits involve too much money for Small Claims Court, but the participants cannot afford an attorney. This book shows how to prepare and try a case in California Superior Court. This edition has been completely updated and reflects current court procedures and all forms are explained in detail"--Provided by publisher.
TOPICAL NAME USED AS SUBJECT
Civil procedure -- California -- Popular works.
District courts -- California -- Popular works.
Small claims courts -- California -- Popular works.