Matters get settled all the time right up to, and even on, the day of a hearing. Courts generally favor settlement from both a court time and cost...

Can Avvo provide the names of some legal representatives in my area concerning the issues I have previously discussed ?

Specific attorney referrals cannot be made on here. But, you should feel free to search through the "Find a lawyer" menu here on the Avvo site. It...

If a Judge scheduled In Chamber meeting with Plaintiff and opposing counsel, is Plaintiff entitled to request Court reporter?

Rare that you'd have a court reporter recording a chambers conference but my colleagues are right, it would be entirely up to the judge.

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Can I sue someone for money I loaned them

Suing someone is, of course, only part of the battle as you will still need to take steps to collect any judgment from them. That said, in a matter...

How do I know if I did the right thing before considering bankruptcy.

Well, so far the smartest thing you did was not to pay the "Consumer Agency" anything. If you signed any type of agreement for their services you...

What happens if I cant make my court date because I got hurt

If you are represented by an attorney you need to contact them ASAP and request that they contact (1) the attorney for your adversay, if there is...

Bankruptcy and student loans

Attorney Douglas is right that obtaining a discharge of student loans is difficult through a bankruptcy filing. It is not impossible, but it is...

How do I know if I have a legit debt or if I am dealing with a scam?

There are an abundance of "scams" with respect to alleged "payday laons." It happens to be one of the most frequent questions raised in here. As...

How do I claim money back from the borrower?

If you do decide to pursue your matter in Court, with all of the cautions rightly pointed out by my colleague, you may be able to do so (esp. if...

What are notice requirements for filing a motion for hearing on chapter 11 reorganization plan and disclosure statement?

I clearly agree with my colleagues, including that you are well advised to retain experienced Chapter 11 bankruptcy counsel in your area before...