What is an Order Strike Notice for Trial?
When you receive an order strike notice for trial, it means that the trial that was scheduled has been postponed. This usually occurs when one of the parties involved in the court action files a motion to get the trail date re-scheduled or delayed for some reason. It’s an order that is common in for ...
Is it Possible to Save a House That is in Foreclosure if You’re Separated, Soon to Divorce and the Loan is Not in Your Name?
Divorce is hard enough, but now and again unpleasant circumstances become even more complicated. This is frequently the case with foreclosure, which these days is often an uninvited guest during divorce proceedings. But if you’re in the middle of a divorce and facing the prospect of foreclosure, don ...
Under What Circumstances Are You Required to Pay Your HOA's Legal Fees to Protect Their Own Interest in a Foreclosure Case?
Unless otherwise stated in their governing documents (declaration and bylaws), HOAs may collect attorney fees only when those fees are incurred as a result of past due assessments. So if your assessments are up to date, your HOA has no statutory basis to pass on their attorney fees to you. When a ...
Should a Homeowner be Concerned About a Stipulation for Substitution of Counsel in a Foreclosure Case?
A stipulation for substitution of counsel is a common motion filed during foreclosure proceedings to signal that a new attorney has taken over the plaintiff’s case. Though a motion to change counsel is generally no source for concern, chances are the new attorney will look at the case with fresh vig ...
