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Can a Canadian investing in New York sue a contractor in small claims court and is there a time limit to filing?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 19, 2018

You can sue the contractor in any county where he lives or has a business and must bring the suit within six years of the breach of the contract. ...

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Will my friend have to pay charges?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 19, 2018

Based on the facts provided, the issue should be resolved based on the fact yyour friend has no responsibility for the conduct of her guests in...

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Why does the defendant continue to request my tax returns?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 16, 2018

Issue number one is whether the court has ordered you to produce your returns, or the IRS release for defense counsel to obtain the return copies...

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What are the legalities of breaking a lease with a roommate involved?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 16, 2018

Landlords can sue for possession, and also for rent and expenses. If you leave, the landlord can evict your co-tenant, who may then sue you for...

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Can a dentist refuse to treat my daughter based on my boyfriend owing him money?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 16, 2018

You might ask your insurance carrier if their contract with this dentist requires they treat your daughter so long as your bill is current. ...

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Are transcripts of all proceedings required in appeal of NYS Family Court decision or just those of the trial

Richard's answer | Answered on May 15, 2018

What is required is the evidence on which the trial decision was based. You can use the appendix method and omit materials to save cost, but you...

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Request for Judicial Intervention, Proof of Service, Mail vs. E-Filing, Court Fees

Richard's answer | Answered on May 14, 2018

First, serve your motion papers on your adversary including your RJI with the notice indicating when your adversary must appear in court so you...

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When answering a summons do you file it with the clerk and send it to the opposing attorney when they give you a 20 day answer

Richard's answer | Answered on May 12, 2018

There are different rules for different courts. Generally, you have to file it with the clerk of the court after you serve a copy of it on either...

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I sell engagement ring wholesale lists on ebay

Richard's answer | Answered on May 12, 2018

Question 1 is what were the terms of the sale and why does the purchaser think they can sue you. Question 2 is whether they would bother depending...

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My company is moving my department to another location which would cause a physical hardship. Can I fight it?

Richard's answer | Answered on May 11, 2018

Assuming you can make the proof of your disability and the physicial risks presented by the changing of your office location, you may ask that they...

Richard Paul Stone's Answers (68)

Can a Canadian investing in New York sue a contractor in small claims court and is there a time limit to filing?

Will my friend have to pay charges?

Why does the defendant continue to request my tax returns?

What are the legalities of breaking a lease with a roommate involved?

Can a dentist refuse to treat my daughter based on my boyfriend owing him money?

Are transcripts of all proceedings required in appeal of NYS Family Court decision or just those of the trial

Request for Judicial Intervention, Proof of Service, Mail vs. E-Filing, Court Fees

When answering a summons do you file it with the clerk and send it to the opposing attorney when they give you a 20 day answer

I sell engagement ring wholesale lists on ebay

My company is moving my department to another location which would cause a physical hardship. Can I fight it?