Written by attorney Thomas Valkenet, about 2 years ago.
A court cannot exercise jurisdiction over you (translation: order you to do something, not do something, or pay money) unless a summons or subpoena has been personally delivered to you. This website... more
Written by attorney Howard Roitman, 10 months ago.
The primary constitutional function of the Supreme Court is to review appeals from decisions of the District Courts.Generally, an appeal may be taken only from the final judgment of the district... more
Written by attorney Howard Roitman, over 3 years ago.
Mediation is a process in which an impartial third party, a Settlement Judge, assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable solution to their dispute.
Written by attorney Howard Roitman, 10 months ago.
The most common questions asked about the Clark County Courts. •I am having trouble accessing the District Court's Online Calendar and Case Inquiry System. What could be the problem? •How do I... more
Written by attorney Peter Lamont, 2 months ago.
If you have ever been involved in a lawsuit or followed a lawsuit, chances are you've heard the term summary judgment. What is summary judgment? Summary judgment or a summary judgment motion is a... more
Written by attorney Greg Hill, about 1 year ago.
In vandalism, certain theft cases such as shoplifting and embezzlement, and criminal cases involving automobile property damage, a judge may dismiss the case if he or she is satisfied that the victim... more
Written by attorney Greg Hill, 4 months ago.
In June, 2011, Torrance Judge James Brandlin removed Defendant Carlton Mayham from his courtroom during trial after Mayham repeatedly yelled, You are all trying to f..k me over! The outbursts... more
Written by attorney Howard Roitman, 10 months ago.
The Eighth Judicial District Court of Clark County, Nevada is the largest general jurisdiction court in Nevada. This jurisdiction encompasses all municipalities and outlying communities of Clark County.
Written by attorney Howard Roitman, 10 months ago.
An entitlement is a guarantee of access to benefits based on established rights or by legislation. A "right" is itself an entitlement associated with a moral or social principle. Insurance is a form... more
Written by attorney John Skiba, 11 months ago.
Case Killer: How to Defeat a Motion for Summary Judgment ByJohn Skiba ConsumerWarrior.com Nothing can blow your case out of the water like a motion for summary judgment. You got served with adebt... more
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