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Hit in rear passenger panel by driver with suspended license. I received ticket for failure to yield.

Houston's answer | Answered on January 24, 2011

You can sue whether or not you are exonerated in traffic court. As for who to sue, you must sue the driver and may sue either the mother or...

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I have a hospital bill. I called to set up payments. I offered $50.00 they asked could I do $100. told them no. They sent me an

Houston's answer | Answered on January 14, 2011

Until and unless the hospital agrees (should be in writing) to accept less than the full amount of the bill, you owe the full amount of the bill. ...

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Got sued but never served

Houston's answer | Answered on December 03, 2010

You should probably hire a lawyer for this one since the procedures can be a little tricky. That said, you should first contact the clerk of court...

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Money was stolen from my business by an employee. the employee confessed.

Houston's answer | Answered on December 02, 2010

You have the right to bring a civil action for breach of contract. If the amount is $15,000 or less then you can bring the action in the...

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I am helping someone save money and to ensure it is not dipped into, the account is in my name. If I die, how can he claim it?

Houston's answer | Answered on November 29, 2010

There is a document called a "transfer on death" or TOD which directs where funds in an account are to go in case of your death. Speak to your...

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Where can I find Georgia Trial Rules on the Internet?

Houston's answer | Answered on November 29, 2010

Rules of evidence used in trials vary greatly from rules of civil procedure addressing discovery. Civil procedure rules concerning discovery begin...

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I was cited for driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone. Iooked at my speedometer and it read about 60 mph. How do I prove this in court

Houston's answer | Answered on November 29, 2010

Keep in mind that the officer (the State) has the burden of proving your speed and must do so beyond a reasonable doubt in criminal matters. You...

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What are my rights regarding a used car sale when the car's transmission dies in under 30 days?

Houston's answer | Answered on November 26, 2010

You are in an unfortunate situation and I am sorry for what has happened. Without reading the actual language of the warranty I can only provide...

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Do I have a right to request "negligence fees" from the opposing attorney in my civil case that entered my personal documents?

Houston's answer | Answered on November 24, 2010

I'm not sure about a "negligence fee" but the law does have a method for bringing a claim against an attorney who brings or defends a claim with no...

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Additional info about previous question regarding a GA resident removing someone from their home.

Houston's answer | Answered on November 23, 2010

I give you this answer with the caveat that I practice in civil litigation. That said, it is my understanding that the homeowner has the legal...

Houston Dillard Smith III's Answers (224)

Hit in rear passenger panel by driver with suspended license. I received ticket for failure to yield.

I have a hospital bill. I called to set up payments. I offered $50.00 they asked could I do $100. told them no. They sent me an

Got sued but never served

Money was stolen from my business by an employee. the employee confessed.

I am helping someone save money and to ensure it is not dipped into, the account is in my name. If I die, how can he claim it?

Where can I find Georgia Trial Rules on the Internet?

I was cited for driving 76 mph in a 55 mph zone. Iooked at my speedometer and it read about 60 mph. How do I prove this in court

What are my rights regarding a used car sale when the car's transmission dies in under 30 days?

Do I have a right to request "negligence fees" from the opposing attorney in my civil case that entered my personal documents?

Additional info about previous question regarding a GA resident removing someone from their home.