Questions answered by Vivian Cristina Sobers

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Is it mandatory to give requested documents and go to deposition oral examination that defendant attorney request?

Vivian's answer | Answered on June 04, 2014

What do you mean "official court discovery request."? If you filed the lawsuit in any way then yes you have to respond to discovery demands and...

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My son had his bond set and was bailed. There is a warrant out for his arrest. However, they did not arrest him ...

Vivian's answer | Answered on June 04, 2014

It depends on what the warrant is for. If it's not considered serious enough, they may not execute it right away. However, if he's out on bail,...

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Can a dissolved company sue its attorney for revealing confidential information after the company was dissolved?

Vivian's answer | Answered on May 29, 2014

It depends on what type of lawsuit the attorney is bringing against you. A lawyer may disclose confidential information in certain situations (see...

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How and when may I subpoena documents in a Small Claims case?

Vivian's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

You can have the clerk at the small claims court issue the subpoena for you. You just have to fill out a form, see the information here:...

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During the discovery phase of a trial is opposing counsel able to request any documents they want?

Vivian's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

Whether by subpoena or a discovery demand the result is the same, you have to disclose it unless it's covered by some type of privilege like...

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I sued and won a court case for $1,100 in 2003. I never received my money. I've received a letter that the defendant is going

Vivian's answer | Answered on February 21, 2014

You can usually get interest at a rate of 9% per year. However, that is from the date of judgment. While you said you won that doesn't necessarily...

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Do you have the website to where I can see if there's a judgement against me in court?

Vivian's answer | Answered on December 18, 2013

Hi, you should contact the CLARO NYC, the website is http://www.claronyc.org/claronyc/default.html.

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Does an LLC formed in New Jersey need to file as a foreign entity in order to purchase vacant land in New York?

Vivian's answer | Answered on December 09, 2013

It makes good business sense to qualify in NY. If you don't, then you can't take advantage of the courts under NY LLC § 808. You may not think...

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My contractor has not completed the basement but demands last payment. shall I tell him where to go?

Vivian's answer | Answered on December 07, 2013

You want to first look at any agreements you have with this contractor. If he is not supposed to get paid yet, then you are not obligated to. The...

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Can I ruin a client's online reputation due to non-payment?

Vivian's answer | Answered on December 07, 2013

I agree with my colleagues, going on line is not your best option as you can open yourself up for lawsuits. Your best option is to simply file a...

Vivian Cristina Sobers's Answers (108)

Is it mandatory to give requested documents and go to deposition oral examination that defendant attorney request?

My son had his bond set and was bailed. There is a warrant out for his arrest. However, they did not arrest him ...

Can a dissolved company sue its attorney for revealing confidential information after the company was dissolved?

How and when may I subpoena documents in a Small Claims case?

During the discovery phase of a trial is opposing counsel able to request any documents they want?

I sued and won a court case for $1,100 in 2003. I never received my money. I've received a letter that the defendant is going

Do you have the website to where I can see if there's a judgement against me in court?

Does an LLC formed in New Jersey need to file as a foreign entity in order to purchase vacant land in New York?

My contractor has not completed the basement but demands last payment. shall I tell him where to go?

Can I ruin a client's online reputation due to non-payment?