Appeals in Federal Court

Appeals are technical and a layperson can rarely prepare one effectively without a lawyer. In general, an appeal is to correct judicial errors: ...

How can I find out who is responsible for theft of two checks from an assisted living home?

The first thing to do is to find out if the checks have been negotiated; if not, ask the drawer to put a stop order on them and to then reissue...

We were married for 21 yrs & in the divorce decree my ex pays me alimony & insurance. He told me this week that he has to quit w

It depends on mayn factors, including his net worth, your net worth, the terms of the settlement agreement or judgment. Technically, he should go...

Can I file for an appeal before motion for Reconsideration is decided?

If there has been a final judgment, then you can file a notice of appeal. After your motion is decided, file another notice of appeal of both the...

What requirements need to be met in order for a harassment order to be issued and how to repeal one?

Certainly any decision of a court should be supported by the evidence, so if there was no evidence supporting the decision, it should be overturned...

I am a Defendant in a civil matter. I raised argument for the first time at a MTD hearing. The Plaintiff do not object?

It is impossible to answer your question based on the limited information provided. It appears to raise technical issues regarding matters such...

I was found guilty of a contempt recently in Middlesex family court. Can one appeal a Contempt?

If the judge made a mistake of law, or if there was no evidence supporting her findings of fact, then you might win an appeal. But an appeals court...

Can I bring a federal claim to any federal district court or only specific ones?

If the court has subject matter jurisdiction, you can bring it in any federal court because a defendant can waive venue issues. If you chose the...

It sounds like the judge treated the motion as having been resolved. You should file a motion to enforce the agreement or in the alternative for...

A drug addict was coerced by the DA office to make up a story that he was a witness that wasn’t there

The courts favor finality in judgments, so unless there is convincing evidence of improper coercion, the odds are strongly against your cousin.