If I file a case in civil court and its rejected or I lose, then can I lower the claim amount and re-file in small claims court?

Generally speaking, if the matter is dismissed without prejudice you can re-plead. If the matter is dismissed on the merits or with prejudice you...

Should i file for bankruptcy at 20?

You raise a number of important questions that need to be unpacked; probably too many for this public forum. You'll want to meet in a confidential...

Rules 26a - Federal Initial Disclosures - Opposing Counsel provided false contact information for individuals.

Bring your concerns and the facts supporting them to the attention of the Magistrate Judge supervising discovery and pre-trial matters. An...

What is the statute of limitation on a civil case in federal court dismissed without prejudice?

More facts need to be known and considered. A dismissal without prejudice for lack of jurisdiction in Texas should have no impact on rhe...

About summary judgment?

If the motion is permitted and granted your case is dismissed and you get no trial. Summary judgment says that there are no material facts in...

Before a hearing, can I request to have the work I performed for the defendant removed until the judge issues a decision?

The short answer is no. If so, there would be no reason to litigate. You would have won the case before the court could even hear it and determine...

You have a right to verify that the person is authorized. Once established, however, you have no further right to object. Engage a lawyer to help you.

Can i sue a towing company ?

I agree with Mr. Boyer about the difficulty of collecting. Nevertheless, there are steps you can take to maximize your chance of recovery. Take...

Can I repeat examination before trial( testimony ) for the second time because I have committed several spontaneous mistakes ?

Mistakes happen. You may have been confused by the process. It is up to your attorney to make the argument that the transcript requires correction....

NY Fed - Are Summary Judgment's Filed?

Summary judgment motions--like all motions and pleadings in federal court cases--are filed electronically with the papers supporting the motion....