What can I do to (or How do I) collect on a promissory note that I accepted from the sale of my business?

Since the Note is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you will need to consult an attorney in Massachusetts to advise you on...

Is it illegal to tape a phone conversation between an 8 year old and his mother?

In Georgia, you must have the consent of one of the parties involved to record a conversation. JBT

If you have a judgment, then the best ways to collect are by: 1) garnishing wages, 2) garnishing bank accounts, and 3) filing liens against real...

Landlord is keeping security deposit

In Georgia, you can file an action in Magistrate Court if the jurisdictional amount is less than $15,000.00. Based on the size of the deposit and...

My fiancee lost his a case were he file suit for breach of contract . he then appealed the case an lost

If you bring a suit, be careful for a defense of res judicata. This essentially means that the case has already been decided on the same set of...

What if I never signed a lease and moved out owing one month's rent but landlord kept deposit wihch is one month's rent?

If there is no signed lease between the parties, then there was a tenancy at will created. In Georgia, the landlord must give the tenant 60 days...

If an appeal is filled in Superior court can I still seek the judgement awarded in Mag court

In Georgia this is called a de novo appeal. The case must start all over again in Superior Court. You should be receiving a notice to appear in...

Can i be garnished even if i didnt get to go to court

It is possible. Lots of issues here. Were you served with a lawsuit? Did the plaintiff get a judgment against you? Look at the garnishment...

I have several FiFa's against tenants that owe me money what can I do with them and how?

The best ways to collect a judgment against a debtor is by garnishing wages, garnishing bank accounts, or filing liens. All three methods require...

Am I entitled to the initial contract balance if there is a breach of a verbal contract involving a smaller settlement amount?

In the Magistrate Court, you can sue for up to $15,000. On the Statement of Claim with the Magistrate Clerk's Office, you will be asked to fill in...