Is a mental evaluation mandatory before a defendent can proceed to trail on a murder charge

No, but if your attorney was aware of a history of mental or psychological issues you might have a pcr claim.

If a trail counsel ordered a mental eval yet never disclosed the findings does that make it an ineffectve counsel claim

I am assuming that the evaluation was ordered by the judge and that you were evaluated by scdmh in a non capital case. If you evaluated, you...

CAN I SUE FOR MY CHILD INJURIES IN FOOTBALL PRACTICE

You might have a case worth pursuing it depends on how he was hurt and how bad his injuries are.

What can I do now, leave public defender, hire a real attorney, or fly home asap and try to come up with money Im being charged

Make sure you show up for court. If you hire a private attorney they might be able to work something out with your old employer to get them on your...

My civil lawyer hired a psychologist expert witness who turned out to be incompetent, unethical and dishonest. My bill is $9K.

Sorry but I am going to tell you what you don't want to hear. Talk to your lawyer. Honestly you probably don't have much of a fee dispute case. I...

Can i sue the school district or the teacher and principal?

How was your son injured. You might be able to sue but the real question is, is it worth it. Lawsuits are expensive to bring. If your son was not...

You can't subpoena the records without first filing a lawsuit. I would consult a employment lawyer about whether you have a case.

Wrongly accused and arrested for criminal domestic violence!

I am sorry to hear about that. First photograph your nose and any other injuries. I would recommend hiring a good criminal defense attorney in your...

My wife went to visit an old friend. That friend we both know did not have any prior convictions. Although his father does.

Technically, if she did not know about the drugs or if she did not have the ability exercise control over the drugs then she is not guilty. That...

If police call your house to haress you but tell you that he gave you a ticket but did not. What should you do.

I would call the clerk of court and check to see if there is a anything filed. If not then call the police and fill out a report about the phone call.