Being sued, found out today and court date is in 1 week- can I file for extension myself and if so how?

You call the judge's law clerk and say you have been unable to hire a lawyer on such short notice. You ask for an extension. The judge might...

In Texas, can a company use part of a incorporated name without the owners permission?

You might be able to sue for trademark infringement. These are not easy suits. Did the first company trademark the name? Did they do it on the...

I have three years of delinquent income taxes will the IRS waive my interest and late penalty fees.

Depending on the amount you may qualify for a reduction. The IRS does not always waive interest but it does waive penalty fees in some cases. You...

Is it illegal to take a picture of a statue and list it online?

A statute in a public park is meant to be seen by the public and I doubt it can be copyrighted. A statute in a museum or private collection may...

Can I sue them for *potential* damages?

You want to sue the state of Maine for incompetence? You would need to file a state tort claim, usually within 90 days. You would need to show...

Her saying this cannot get me arrested, it is a complete lie. I don't steal, never been arrested or charged for it, i am 43

Most of the time the court believes the woman. I take it you have no job and she has all the money. A match made in heaven. If you can live...

Do i have to go to trail in a lawsuit the happen on my old job? Can the lawyer make me go to trail if he wants me to go?

The lawyer can issue a subpoena to be a witness in the trial. If you refuse he can ask the court to arrest you and bring you before the judge,...

Partnership Question

I am assuming none of this is stated in the partnership agreement. You might find it necessary to litigate the issue. It is not fair to demand...

I have three years of delinquent income taxes will the IRS waive my interest and late penalty fees.

Depending on the amount you may qualify for a reduction. The IRS does not always waive interest but it does waive penalty fees in some cases. You...

I need to know if a man who is demanding money from us is in fact harrassing and defaming/libeling my husband.

I am assuming your husband had no connection with the business or the failed pattern. You might be able to countersue this man for misuse of the...

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