Questions answered by Michael C. Wild

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If my ex and I didn't live together and he stole my dog post-breakup, is it still considered a civil dispute?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 22, 2014

If the police consider it a civil matter, you should consult with a civil litigator about an action for replevin.

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A brother of mine who has a traumatic brain injury has proven he is unable to handle his financial affairs. What do we do?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 21, 2014

What is the goal you hope to achieve? If the goal is to help your brother seek compensation for the injuries he sustained, he will need to meet...

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Who do I bring a lawsuit against?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

As my colleagues indicate, one of the major challenges in cases where someone is injured in a slip and fall accident on ice is whether the...

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If i sue my ex-landlord for $5k in small claims for stolen items in my apt, can he countersue me for anything, i.e.: unpaid rent

Michael's answer | Answered on December 18, 2014

Yes, if you were to sue the landlord, the landlord would be within his or her (or its) rights to make a counterclaim.

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I have been in a serious car accident that was not my fault. How can i get the right insurance company to pay my expenses?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 10, 2014

If you have not already done so, schedule a consultation with a personal injury attorney to confidentially discuss your matter in more detail.

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What are the rules for collecting triple awards for having 3 judgments due and owing from the same person?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 08, 2014

The language you quote, which presumably comes from the Small Claims Court handbook, has the answer to your question. If you'd like to request...

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I was told that an Order to Show Cause was not appealable -- is this correct? See details below.

Michael's answer | Answered on December 01, 2014

If the quoted language came from the New York City Civil Court website, I'm sorry to say it, but you're looking at the rules for the wrong Court.

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Can we sue both drivers?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 01, 2014

As my colleagues indicate, it must be determined if the injuries meet the definition of "serious injury." It's worth your time to meet with...

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I want to institute an action against a bank for not producing a properly endorsed note. How should the motion be phrased?

Michael's answer | Answered on November 28, 2014

I'm sorry to say it, but by your description, it doesn't looks like there is an 11th hour procedural technicality to short-circuit the bank's case...

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I had won a civil law suit against someone who owes me nearly $3000. He still has not paid me. Are there further legal steps?

Michael's answer | Answered on November 21, 2014

If the judgment debtor won't pay voluntarily, you need to enforce the judgment with some kind of execution. If you know where the debtor works, you...

Michael C. Wild's Answers (553)

If my ex and I didn't live together and he stole my dog post-breakup, is it still considered a civil dispute?

A brother of mine who has a traumatic brain injury has proven he is unable to handle his financial affairs. What do we do?

Who do I bring a lawsuit against?

If i sue my ex-landlord for $5k in small claims for stolen items in my apt, can he countersue me for anything, i.e.: unpaid rent

I have been in a serious car accident that was not my fault. How can i get the right insurance company to pay my expenses?

What are the rules for collecting triple awards for having 3 judgments due and owing from the same person?

I was told that an Order to Show Cause was not appealable -- is this correct? See details below.

Can we sue both drivers?

I want to institute an action against a bank for not producing a properly endorsed note. How should the motion be phrased?

I had won a civil law suit against someone who owes me nearly $3000. He still has not paid me. Are there further legal steps?