Legal Question in Family Law in California

Obviously, proving a negative occurrence is a problem. If the proof òf service has been properly filed, there probably little more than obtaining a continuance and being served "again." This is a very common question. I have no doubt half the litigants fail to properly serve and half the litigants falsely claim they were never served. Litigants mistakenly think avoiding service by hiding or some other stealthy conduct will make the case go away or otherwise benefit them. This is almost never the case. Most often it provides a little more time, but usually at a cost ($.) If you are expecting any type of sanctions, expect to be disappointed.