Why am I being served with a civil suit on a property I sold 14 years ago for deed having two words wrong on discription?

You were likely named because you arguably still have an interest in the property, if you did not actually convey the property that everyone...

Do I have to sign documents before my lawyer releases my file?

Your lawyer can ask you to sign a receipt, acknowledging that you asked for and received your file from him/her. Your lawyer cannot ask you to sign...

Alimony won't effect SSDI. If you are receiving SSI, on the other hand, alimony will effect that. SSDI, like any other income source, may impact...

What should be my next step ?

Your first step is to get a lawyer.

Can copy of lawsuit be requested

Generally, yes, unless the case is sealed for some reason or involves a minor. Some of the courts have the documents accessible online; otherwise,...

Can I be terminated while I am out on short term disability?

The short answer is "yes." The longer answer depends on whether the employer violated the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or FMLA. Generally...

Yes. There are certain situations in which persons with felony convictions may serve on a Georgia jury, including those who have had civil rights...

You have a constitutional right to represent yourself. As part of that, you can seek discovery production from the State. Knowing how to do that,...

Rule Nisi?

Typically, there is no practical difference. A Rule Nisi notice is usually issued to notify you that a hearing is scheduled on the motion (and that...

Per O.C.G.A. 24-13-24 (Service of subpoenas), a subpoena may be served by "statutory overnight delivery," and the return receipt shall constitute...