In NY, a hearing very possibly would be scheduled. Local courts, counties and states can have their own individualized procedures. The court...

Hello, I'm trying to go to a civil court to get a refund from an employment agency, should I?

It appears you may have viable claims. The New York City Civil Court hears lawsuits involving claims up to $25,000. The Civil Court has a small...

Typically, yes -- you can hire an attorney to represent you after being pro se.

It sounds like you were served via substituted service, ‘nail and mail.’ Substituted service is not complete until the process server has nailed...

A subpoena duces tecum requires a person to submit records to the court. If you wish to compel a person to testify as a witness then you issue a...

What happens if the defendant in my lawsuit fails to respond in time?

Your next step could be for you to make a motion for a default judgment awarding you the damages you demanded in the complaint.

Can company ignore their own Policy and change it at will?

The specific answer to this question would depend upon the terms of your employment contract and the provisions of the policy handbook taken as a...

In the absence of specific language in the LLC about buy-outs or dissolution, what would be the default process for those?

Absent specific contractual language, common law (prior decisions) could dictate rights and obligations pertaining to dissolution and buyout. You...

How can I collect money that is owed to my modeling agency?

You may want to look at the terms of your contract with your agency for possible rights you have. You might also want to file a proof of claim...

How do I terminate my lease?

The answer to this question would likely depend, to a significant extent, on the terms of the specific lease agreement that you have with your...