Can I sue for my property and missed work?and how long until I see some compensation ?

Sorry to hear of your loss. Be aware of the short deadline to file a written notice of claim against the City of New York and then a shortened...

Don't give up. Talk to your attorney about this. Scheduling a preliminary conference with the court to reign in discovery deadlines can sometimes...

To be effective, the discovery document request needs to be tailored to the particular facts of the case. It should neither be cookie cutter nor...

Can I file bankruptcy for just medical bills?

You should see a NY bankruptcy lawyer in confidence regarding your questions. Be prepared to discuss the particulars of your income and cash flow,...

When to file Bankruptcy

I can't agree more with Mr. Mahony. Arrange a meeting in a confidential office setting with an experienced New York bankruptcy lawyer right away....

Can I list a home as an "unsecured asset" to challenge standing?

Risky move. You can dispute the debt and challenge the security agreement in your schedules if you wish, but this will not result in getting you...

How do I get the opportunity to pay without judgement - i am a personal guarantor?

Meet with a business litigator in a confidential office setting to explore whether you may be able to move against the default judgment for...

Can you file bankruptcy yourself to save legal fees

You owe it to yourself to at least get a free consultation with one of the many experienced bankruptcy lawyers in Central New Jersey here on Avvo....

I filed a civil defamation case pro se

Stipulation of Discontinuance is what you want. The pro se clerk should be able to help you. Are you exchanging releases with the defendant? You...

Are you still entitled to a trial if the other party offered you the full settlement money pretrial?

It depends on the terms of the proposed settlement. But all things being equal it sounds like a trial would be a waste of money and judicial...