Order to Show Cause Re: Sanctions
CASE NUMBER: 25CV-0208664 Tentative Ruling on Order to Show Cause Re: Sanctions: An Order to Show Cause Re: Sanctions issued on May 20, 2026 to Plaintiff Sean Connor, in pro per, for failure to timely serve all defendants as required by California Rules of Court, Rule 3.110(b). “The complaint must be served on all named defendants and proofs of service on those defendants must be filed with the court within 60 days after the filing of the complaint.” CRC 3.110(b). The Complaint in this matter was filed on September 11, 2025 and no Proof of Service of Summons has been filed.
The Court notes that a Substitution of Attorney was filed on June 4, 2026 and Plaintiff is now represented by counsel, however, the response filed by counsel indicates that new counsel will need to be retained. Due to the issue with counsel, the Court will continue the Order to Show Cause to Monday, September 21, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in Department 63. Plaintiff is ordered to provide an update regarding counsel and service no less than five court days prior to the hearing. No appearance is necessary on today’s calendar.
KENDALL VS. HAT CREEK CONSTRUCTION & MATERIALS, INC.
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