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I was shot in a apartment complex , can i sue that complex and city.??

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You will need to consult with an attorney in your county. Statute of limitations has probably already run.
You will need to consult with an attorney in your county. Statute of limitations has probably already run.

Can someone other then a lawyer draft a release of liability document

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
yes anybody can draft it.
yes anybody can draft it.

Robertson cty tn. took x son in law to court for monies owed to me from 12/15. 4/16 won case plus cost interest at5.5%. how is the interest computed

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact the clerk of the court where the judgment was granted and ask them your question.
Contact the clerk of the court where the judgment was granted and ask them your question.

IF I AM DECLARED INDIGENT IN CIVIL COURT, HOW LONG DOES THE INDICENCY LATS? Am I still liable for the debts that I have including judgments against me

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I have never heard of anyone being declared indigent in a civil court. Once a judgment is rendered against you, it is good for ten years but can be renewed. The only way to discharge a debt is in bankruptcy.
I have never heard of anyone being declared indigent in a civil court. Once a judgment is rendered against you, it is good for ten years but can be... Read More

I have been evicted,property,taken,van towed,I received 14 day to move but lived there since with paid rent no paperwork thru court to notify

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
So what is your question?
So what is your question?

Being sued under 1 case for $781 in 2010 & $26.18 in 2014 under 2 different account numbers. Does the 2014 debt mean they can bypass TN Code 28-3-109?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The only way to find a free attorney is to call around to find someone who is willing to take on your case. However, just like you don't want to work for free don't expect an attorney to work for free.
The only way to find a free attorney is to call around to find someone who is willing to take on your case. However, just like you don't want to work... Read More

Empire flooring refuse to honor a contract. They are saying a room was not written in the contract. Please contact me for further details.

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to speak with an attorney in your county.
You need to speak with an attorney in your county.

I need a civil lawyer that is passionate about kids injuries

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to find an attorney in your county.
You need to find an attorney in your county.

How do I find a pro bono attorney?

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Your best bet is probably to contact your local bar association and ask for their help.
Your best bet is probably to contact your local bar association and ask for their help.

Case against me nearly ten years old!!!

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The time period for suing has long passed.
The time period for suing has long passed.

Ex wife filled a claim on engagement ring with out my knowledge

Answered 8 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I do not know the answer to your question because this is a very unusual situation.
I do not know the answer to your question because this is a very unusual situation.

I live in Memphis put i have civil case in st.Louis. just trying to see what i need to do. The case is over 7 years .

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Sorry but I have no advice.
Sorry but I have no advice.

the deed which the sellers signed stated that the property was clear of any encumbrance' That turned out not to be true. what are the options

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Contact the sellers and try to work it our with them.
Contact the sellers and try to work it our with them.

I was accused of a felony involving theft by deception of an automobile. Upon reviewing rhe evidence in my favor, rhe charges were all dropped.

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't see a question.
I don't see a question.

How can l get my deposit back?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would contact management of the car lot and talk with it.
I would contact management of the car lot and talk with it.

SOL on an alleged shop-lifting of less than $2.50

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If it is not owed then don't pay it. Or pay it and be done with it.
If it is not owed then don't pay it. Or pay it and be done with it.

How do I go about abolishing the statute of limitations?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Don't think that I can help you because by now the statute of limitations has passed. You might try contacting the Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division in the state where you live and talk with them.
Don't think that I can help you because by now the statute of limitations has passed. You might try contacting the Department of Labor, Wage and Hour... Read More

property damage

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Then you need to start looking for an attorney in your area who can assist you. I can not assist you.
Then you need to start looking for an attorney in your area who can assist you. I can not assist you.

Good morning I am seeking an attorney to take a case involving a management company. I am a resident in the Eastwood Park Apartments extensive damages

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you feel that the apartment is not habitable, then you should move out.
If you feel that the apartment is not habitable, then you should move out.

How to collect restitution from a criminal

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You would have to know where he works to ask the court to issue a garnishment.
You would have to know where he works to ask the court to issue a garnishment.

what are the steps that i need to take to take some one to small claims court

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You can go to the General Sessions Clerks Office in the county where you live and they will explain how to fill out a civil warrant to start the lawsuit.
You can go to the General Sessions Clerks Office in the county where you live and they will explain how to fill out a civil warrant to start the... Read More

There is an auto shop that I have paid 8000 dollars to and has 2500 dollars of my race engine equipment. Cant get my motor back. What can I do?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Speak with an attorney in your area who can represent you.
Speak with an attorney in your area who can represent you.

I need some advice as to if I have a case.

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you can prove that they damaged the pipe, then you can sue them.
If you can prove that they damaged the pipe, then you can sue them.

If I was hard knowing right that I was a failing how can I be fired for weeks later?

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
In all honesty, what you said was so disorganized and disjointed, that I can not figure out what you are asking.
In all honesty, what you said was so disorganized and disjointed, that I can not figure out what you are asking.

I am in need of legal advice. I am, along with my 16 year old grandson, being sued for an accident that my grandson was involved in while driving.

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I don't see a question in your summary of the facts.
I don't see a question in your summary of the facts.
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