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How do I collect on a judgment in Maryland with someone who isn't cooperative?

John's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

Wage and bank garnishments are the two best options.If you don't know where he works or where he banks, but know where to find him, you can have...

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Is a subpoena required to compel attendance of Defendant's designated agent at a deposition or is a notice of deposition enough.

John's answer | Answered on February 10, 2016

If you are deposing a company you don't get to designate their agent, they do. You are supposed to list all of the areas you want the company to...

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What are my options?

John's answer | Answered on February 08, 2016

If you have federal claims, i.e. a reason to be in federal court, then the federal court would also hear your state law claims. You do not have to...

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I need to know what does what does "substitution of trustee " means. Thanks for any and all answers.

John's answer | Answered on February 08, 2016

The deed of trust you signed when you took out the loan named a trustee. The trustee is the person in Maryland who has the power to institute...

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I think I already asked the question in the explanation section.

John's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

You have a lot going on there. First, an estate doesn't necessarily have to go into probate. Often probate is necessary when you have assets with...

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Would a suit against a defendant be barred, and is a denial of a motion for summary judgment accorded preclusive affect.

John's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

The easy part first: The denial of a motion for summary judgment is not going to have preclusive effect. That just means the issue needs to go to...

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How long does eviction process take? Do I have until the 27th to move?

John's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

It is possible that the eviction could be done by then. The court case will come pretty quick, about a week from filing. In a rent case the...

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John's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

A contingency fee agreement should be in writing. The % you list are pretty typical for that kind of case. You can always look for an attorney...

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Do we need to pay income tax on the difference ($76,000)?

John's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

If a creditor forgives a debt the amount forgiven is income. So if you owe $30,000 and settle for $10,000, they will likely send you a 1099 for...

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How can someone refuse cash for a legal debt? Are there any consequences? Is this even legal?

John's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

There is no federal law that requires someone to accept cash. State laws may vary, but I am not aware of a Maryland law that requires someone to...

John Russell Griffin's Answers (290)

How do I collect on a judgment in Maryland with someone who isn't cooperative?

Is a subpoena required to compel attendance of Defendant's designated agent at a deposition or is a notice of deposition enough.

What are my options?

I need to know what does what does "substitution of trustee " means. Thanks for any and all answers.

I think I already asked the question in the explanation section.

Would a suit against a defendant be barred, and is a denial of a motion for summary judgment accorded preclusive affect.

How long does eviction process take? Do I have until the 27th to move?

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Do we need to pay income tax on the difference ($76,000)?

How can someone refuse cash for a legal debt? Are there any consequences? Is this even legal?