In California civil litigation, summary judgment is a legal procedure that allows a party to request the court to rule on a case without going to trial, based on the argument that there are no genuine issues of material fact…
In California civil cases, expert witnesses are used to provide specialized knowledge or opinions that assist the court in understanding complex issues that are outside the general knowledge or experience of the average person. Expert witnesses are typically brought in…
In California civil cases, an oral deposition is a legal process in which a party or witness is questioned under oath by an attorney outside of court, typically in the presence of a court reporter who transcribes the proceedings. Depositions…
Discovery in California civil cases refers to the pre-trial process in which parties exchange information and evidence relevant to the case. The purpose of discovery is to allow both sides to gather facts, clarify issues, and avoid surprises during trial,…
In California civil cases, “venue” refers to the geographic location where a lawsuit should be filed and heard. California law provides specific rules about venue to ensure that cases are heard in the most appropriate location, typically where the parties…
Subject matter jurisdiction in California civil litigation refers to the court’s authority to hear and decide a particular type of case. In California, subject matter jurisdiction is primarily divided between the state’s superior courts and specialized courts, such as small…
Personal jurisdiction in California civil litigation refers to the court’s authority to make decisions affecting the parties involved in a case. For a California court to have personal jurisdiction over a defendant, the defendant must have sufficient connections to the…
The California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) is a set of laws that governs the procedures and rules for civil litigation in California state courts. It provides the framework for how civil cases are initiated, conducted, and resolved, including the…
In California, an objection to a question seeking attorney work product is raised to protect materials prepared by an attorney in anticipation of litigation. Under California Code of Civil Procedure section 2018.030, attorney work product includes documents, notes, and other…
In California, an objection to a question seeking testimony regarding attorney-client discussions or communications is raised to protect the confidentiality of communications between a client and their attorney. Under the California Evidence Code section 954, the attorney-client privilege allows a…