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It depends on your definition of "trouble." Anyone can institute legal proceedings against anyone for anything, including attempting to institute... Read Answer
In general, no. A buyer of used goods generally does so "as is"; that is, without any warranties of condition. A purported oral warranty of "good"... Read Answer
Only the court can declare a mistrial, not your opponent. As a general matter, the contemptuous behavior of the opposing party's witnesses is not... Read Answer
The child's habitual residence is purely a question of fact. Proving those facts will include showing, if possible, a detailed log with the child's... Read Answer
You can telephone or visit the court clerk and determine where the matter stands. State court systems are under tremendous financial strictures and... Read Answer
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There's no practical legal downside to sending the tape. If you are in lawful possession of the copy, do not re-copy it, and give it away without... Read Answer
No. As a general matter, police officers enjoy immunity from such claims and do not owe any duty to individual citizens.
Generally speaking, yes. Whatever you recover, the lienor gets paid first until it has been paid in full.
As a general matter, "staff" of an employer have no personal liability for wrongful termination of a fellow employee. If you are a defendant in... Read Answer
Your questions do not really make much sense and suggest that it is unlikely you will take the proper steps to prevail in this kind of matter. Get a... Read Answer
You file a complaint with the Superior Court for unlawful detainer. Because these matters are technical and because the occupant(s) may be expected... Read Answer
You may wish to engage the services of an attorney to discuss the commencement of litigation. An attorney can assist you in identifying precisely who... Read Answer
If you dismiss the case, you will get none of the relief you want. You need a final judgment. See an attorney to make sure that your interests are... Read Answer
Probably not. The only limitation period that was tolled was the timet to sue for wrongful prosecution.
The rejection of your filings means that, unless something else happens, the case will almost certainly be decided against you on the merits. You... Read Answer
Payment is exactly what the plaintiff wants. You should be prepared to document your income, living expenses, and the amount of the payment you can... Read Answer
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If your lawsuit from 14 years ago had merit and wasn't frivolous, then it shouldn't really negatively affect your integrity regardless of... Read Answer
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It's quite possible that you just have the same exact name as the person who was intended to be sued. I would suggest contacting the attorney... Read Answer
Slander is an oral communication to a third party which is untrue, holds you up to disrepute and is likely to be believed by others. ... Read Answer
The answer is definitely "Yes!" Even if you don't have a prayer, dress nicely, always call the judge "Your Honor" and give the best story you... Read Answer
I would suggest my Legal Guide under my name in avvo.com. It is entitled "How to win as a plaintiff in Small Claims Court." Good luck.
This is a felony and should be reported to your local law enforcement authorities. They may arrest the perpetrator or refer you to the district... Read Answer
Anyone can sue anyone for anything if they pay a filing fee. If there is no basis for the lawsuit and you win or it is dismissed, you probably... Read Answer
You should get a ruling 90 days from the time the last papers were submitted. You should be notified that the judgment is entered by mail; you... Read Answer