Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

Re: civil dispute

You can object to producing the records on the grounds they are a trade secret, and it would be an invasion of your privacy. If I were your attorney, I would start by writing a letter to the movie theater's attorney saying yor financial records are none of their business, and if you have to go to court to formally object to producing the records you will ask the court to pay your attorney fees and costs. Then, I would file a timely motion to quash the subpoena. Act quickly, since you only have a few days after you receive the subpoena within which to act.

Re: civil dispute

If you receive a subpoena, you need to respond. Either provide the information or file a motion to quash.

If you ignore the subpoena you could be brought into court and fined for failure to comply.

You could talk to the party that did not subpoena you, and see if they will cover the cost of the motion to quash. Also, if you have liability insurance, they may cover the cost.

Re: civil dispute

You must obey a the summons as it is a court order and it is not important if you do not think it is relevant to any law suit. I would comply, it is easier to cooperate than spend money on a losing battle.

Re: civil dispute

You must obey a the summons as it is a court order and it is not important if you do not think it is relevant to any law suit. I would comply, it is easier to cooperate than spend money on a losing battle.

Re: civil dispute

You would need to make a formal objection based upon privacy rights. Contact me directly.