Florida Civil Litigation Questions & Legal Answers

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I was hit at walmart by an employee. Police took video in discovery room and now said it was destroyed. I need the video for my case. What can I do?

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

If you are in court, this is an issue to address with your lawyer. If you are thinking you can pursue such a case on your own, pro-se, you can see now why that is not a viable option in such a case, and you will need to retain a lawyer to handle the litigaition.

If you are in court, this is an issue to address with your lawyer. If you are thinking you can pursue such a case on your own, pro-se, you can see... Read More

Can I file a civil case against someone that files a false police report(proven) that caused jail time, lost pay, cost associated with a defence.

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

Proven to be false? Or simply not enough to convict? This is a question that starts with your existing lawyer.

I rented a car and lent it to a friend who then gave it to someone to make a pick-up and this person literally disappeared with the car.

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

Certainly civil liability for the loss of the car and possibly criminal whether for the theft of the car or for a criminal enterprise using it. You need to lawyer up ASAP.

Certainly civil liability for the loss of the car and possibly criminal whether for the theft of the car or for a criminal enterprise using it. You... Read More

My son has a eviction case filed againest hom ing and the landlords send all his text messages and theirs to the judge and its posted in public recor

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

Pretty sure telephone numbers are not "private" records in general. If he has a lawyer handling the eviction and he wants to spend the money in legal fees addressing any specific concerns with the court, he certainly can.

Pretty sure telephone numbers are not "private" records in general. If he has a lawyer handling the eviction and he wants to spend the money in legal... Read More

having problem with mechanic

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

Not sure how you got in this position but you will need to retain a lawyer before paying any more money to these people. You also need to get AMEX involved if there were duplicate payents etc. Unfortuntately, hiring a lawyer will cost you money also, but it will at least get you in the right direction.... Read More

Not sure how you got in this position but you will need to retain a lawyer before paying any more money to these people. You also need to get AMEX... Read More

Can you be sued for slander if your reporting HOA violations against another member

Answered 5 years and 5 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins | 1 Answer

Anybody can sue you for anything, but if you can prove that what you communicated was true then you are not liable.

Who do I need to talk to about individual used car sales

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

A general civil litigation lawyer is a start. As consumer lawyers we also handle such cases. You can call for a free consultation at 1-800-922-6442. If you are activiely being sued you will need to retain a lawyer ASAP.

A general civil litigation lawyer is a start. As consumer lawyers we also handle such cases. You can call for a free consultation at... Read More

as the paperwork states that I may be the benificuary, so why the need for ejectment

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

You are likely waaaaaaay out of if you think that your collective services are valued at $240,000.00 a year for cooking and cleaning. Second, you get nothing for such services short of an enforceable contract, there is no equitable lien for personal services. Third, if the will was changed to make you benficiaries to be left the house, its fair bet it will be changed back or you will have will contest on your hands, if she doesn't convey the properyty away so its not part of the estate. You need to retain a lawyer ASAP if you are being sued for ejectment or unlawful detainer to try to keep this from going off the rails. ... Read More

You are likely waaaaaaay out of if you think that your collective services are valued at $240,000.00 a year for cooking and cleaning. Second, you get... Read More

Small Claims Court or not?

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 2 Answers

Jurisdiction changed at first of the the year.

After an eviction is served and you submit your papers to the clerk of court do you get a 3-day notice or 24-hour notice to evacuate the premises

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

You need to retain a lawyer ASAP if you expect to properly defend an eviction. You have already made horrible choices with allowing the eviction to be filed as future landlords may refuse to rent to you as a result of that alone.

You need to retain a lawyer ASAP if you expect to properly defend an eviction. You have already made horrible choices with allowing the eviction to... Read More

can anyone help me resolve a lawsuit be brought against me for losses someone eles suffered in a car accident involing my car I was,nt the driver

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

This needs to be reported to your insurance company back then. They will provide you a defense if you have coverage. Otherwise, you will need to hire, at your expense, a lawyer to defend the lawsuit and try to get it resolved by settlement or through the court process. Bear in mind merely claiming that the BF had no permission to take the car is not enough. Especially if the facts suggest that you were trying to cover for his criminal conduct by claiming you had no idea who was driving the car, hence the police report and BOLO/warrant issue. Non permissive use is a valid defense, but it has to be supported and the worst case is the ex claiming otherwise to try to avoid a GTA charge on top of leaving the scene with injuries. ... Read More

This needs to be reported to your insurance company back then. They will provide you a defense if you have coverage. Otherwise, you will need... Read More

Can I take a car dealership to small claims?

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

Its a $1000.00 issue and every viable option will cost you that much or more to address. If it can't be resolved as a CS issue - you move on and it is what it is.

Its a $1000.00 issue and every viable option will cost you that much or more to address. If it can't be resolved as a CS issue - you move on and it... Read More

I have my husband's Pennsylvania Will that has never been probated; this Will is dated March 13, 1982. What type of lawyer do I need?

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Loren L. Gold | 1 Answer

You need to consult with a Probate attorney.

How can I get access to my daughter's condition I MarchMan acted her and because of HIPPA I cannot receive any information on her condition

Answered 5 years and 6 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq. | 1 Answer

Nothing. She is a grown adult andnot obligated to communicate with you if she doesn't want to nor to have her medical issues disclosed.