It depends. Generally, a deceased person cannot be joined as a party to a lawsuit in their individual capacity. However, the estate of the deceased person, managed by a personal representative, can be joined as a party to a lawsuit. Ultimately, the circumstances under which a deceased person can be joined as a party...
Continue reading ›Yes, someone with a valid power of attorney can bring a lawsuit on behalf of the person who granted them authority, if the power of attorney vests them with legal authority to do so. Generally, a power of attorney can authorize actions like property management, conducting financial transactions, or pursuing litigation. However, whether an...
Continue reading ›Service of process is an important aspect of every lawsuit filed in California. If a defendant is not served and thus does not receive notice of a lawsuit, then any judgment entered against them is void, and the plaintiff will have to begin the litigation process all over again. While service of process can...
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