After answer to complaint is stricken does defendant have the opportunity to amend answer?

Typically not. However, whether re-pleading is permissible in this case depends on the legal basis for the motion to strike and the contents of the...

How can i sue someone ?

Better to get the police involved and press criminal charges. Obtain an incident report from the NYC police and be sure to notify your auto...

The court is giving you the opportunity to outline all your reasons why, under Fed.R.Civ.Pro. 12, the anticipated dismissal motion must be denied...

Question on Motion for Summary Judgment?

You can state that you win as a matter of law and show why. That said, the objective of a motion for summary judgment is to demonstrate to the...

I recently sign as a co. Buyer for a friend to get a car loan what are my rites to that car ?

Co-buyer or co-obligor? Check the paperwork and read it carefully. Typically, there is one buyer only and the registration and title will confirm...

In my pro-se testimony, is it ok to pre-emptively address an opponent's argument?

Go for it. Evidentiary procedures are typically relaxed in small claims court matters. You say you've already gone through mediation with the...

Does the defense have to set up their own deposition?

Yes, expect to be notified by your adversary as to the time and place of your deposition. Such notices are routine in every case. Pre-trial...

Can I sue my car leasing company for the days I wasn't able to work?

There is little in your facts to support a winning action against the car leasing company based upon your missing an appointment and related...

Neighbor asked my son to mow their lawn, he hit and damaged a pipe sticking out of the lawn. Are we liable ?

If one knows the pipe is there there is a duty to avoid hitting it. Ask your son and then do the right thing.

For Bankruptcy Schedule J question 12 regarding transportation, do I include TRIP expenses taken from paycheck?

You don't want to double list it if already netted out of your paycheck. Bankruptcy has many pitfalls and should not be a do it yourself project.