A suit was filed in 2009, now 3 years later I get a notice to appear in court. Why so long?

In civil cases, especially in the larger Metro Atlanta counties, suits can and do take years to get to trial. You do not mention the nature of the...

There is no set time in which the judge must rule on a Motion to Dismiss or Motion for Summary Judgment. If the judge grants the motion then you...

Company came, cleaned my carpet and left a big mess. I called several time, and client promised to come but would not. What todo

Send a certified letter to the company addressed to the CEO, CFO and Investor Relations department. Document what happened in this letter. In...

How can you distinguish those Attorneys who are only there for the money from those who sincerely want to help with your case?

You don't mention what kind of a case you have, so I will address lawyers who work on contingent fee arrangements representing injured persons. ...

A civil judgement against a 20 year old. If young person doesnt have the means, are the parents liable? Doesnt live with them.

No, the parents of a 20 year old are not generally liable for the sins (torts) of their adult children. You don't mention the amount of the...

How can i get my personal property from my ex-girlfriend? Can I file a civil suit? When? Can she file suit against me?

You did not mention the approximate dollar amount of the items she is storing. If the dollar amount is $15,000 or less, file suit against her in...

Judge denys motions

http://www.gaappeals.us/cguide/Citizens_Guide_2010.pdf Sounds as if you are describing a Petition for Certiorari whereby a trial judge must...

Insurance company judged my husband at fault due to mistake on accident report. What recourse do I have?

Report the collision to your own insurance company. Take pictures of the scene and submit those to your insurance company, along with an...

Can an attorney charge 50% more fees after representation? Initial fee was $5,000 for wrongful terminiation.

Without seeing the fee agreement contract it will be very difficult to give a definitive answer. Generally though, in cases where the attorney...

Can my neighbor sue me for my children playing inside our apartment?

Check your local county and city ordinances concerning what noise constitutes a nuisance for which a valid claim may be made. Also check the...