No one can force you to go to small claims court. If you do not show up at the date and time set for your case, though, the magistrate may decide...

My mom died on November 27, 2001. An ambulance came to the house that particular night to attempt to resusitate her,but she died

If someone is trying to collect on you for the bill of someone else with the same name who has died, your first step should be to inform them of...

I was assaulted and i dont really know what kind of action to take.

If police have arrested the person, the district attorney's office will decide whether to prosecute on criminal charges. You do not have to pay...

After the magistrate orders an eviction, the tenant has ten days to move out. If the tenant does not move out, the landlord can ask the sheriff to...

Is a verbal agreement between landlord and tenant admissible in court in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, a residential lease does not need to be in writing unless it is for a time period longer than three years. A tenant who does...

Can a divorce be free if you have no kids no house andseperated seven years

North Carolina law requires one year of separation prior to divorce. If you do not have child custody issues, and if you and your spouse have been...

What happends if I don't repay a Medical credit card loan; can they file a lien or judgment against my home

In order to get a judgment, the credit card company must first file and win a lawsuit over the debt. If you are served with a lawsuit, you should...

Can lawyer keep "retaining" fee if he has not done anything and I have not been charged with a crime?

The North Carolina State Bar runs a Fee Dispute Resolution Program that may be able to help you work out the issues with your lawyer over the...

I have a judgment against me for a credit card debt. I need to know what all can be taken to settle the judgement.

The party who wins a lawsuit can collect (or “execute”) on the judgment awarded. He or she can ask a county sheriff to seize the losing party’s...

Can a Gym renew my membership without my approval in North Carolina

You should first check your membership contract to see what it says about the terms for renewal. If you believe that you are being billed for a...