Laughlin v. Hughes

The pertinent facts in this case are not in controversy. On December 26, 1929, C. L. Morrill instituted an action against defendant to recover judgment for money alleged to have been advanced by plaintiff’s assignors for the use and benefit of defendant. On said date the complaint was filed in the superior court of the state of California for the city and county of San Francisco.

A writ of attachment was issued but no property was attached.

Defendant was a resident of California at the time of the institution of the action and remained in California until on or about the 29th day of January,…