Questions answered by Will Murphy

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Can A privately held co. be forced to provide financials in a civil suit? Is this done via discovery process?

Will's answer | Answered on January 18, 2019

Probably only if plaintiff sought and received leave to file a claim for punitive damages, and you have not mentioned a basis for that.

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Shouldn't contracts be unenforceable if they are done so in an unlawful manner?

Will's answer | Answered on January 17, 2019

It does not sound like a strong appeal unless there are other issues. And appeals are often complex and expensive. Very rarely would an appeal of...

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In the case of a civil lawsuit where a business ?

Will's answer | Answered on January 17, 2019

He can hire a lawyer that handle business litigation. The other side can request anything in discovery. If you don't timely and properly object...

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Can the Court order a credit card company to work out an income based payment plan with the plaintiff?

Will's answer | Answered on January 17, 2019

If is a smalls claims rules case, see Rule 7.210. If you don't have any actual defenses then throwing them up there and creating work for the...

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What can I do to get any custody back of my daughter?

Will's answer | Answered on January 17, 2019

You need to get a lawyer who practices family law ASAP. Depending on your need and her ability to pay you may even be able to have your fees paid...

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Is is there a document I need to file and if so what document??

Will's answer | Answered on January 16, 2019

There is no way to give a specific answer to your question. There are too many unknown variables. I think your best bet is to get a new lawyer...

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How can a case be sent to small claims with no evidence?

Will's answer | Answered on January 16, 2019

Anyone can file a case. You generally don't need evidence until the trial (there are some exceptions). My mediation and arbitration firm, Dispute...

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What is the better, introduce Motion for Continuance verbally in Hearing or in writing prior to hearing?

Will's answer | Answered on January 16, 2019

I agree with my colleagues. File before. If you can't have it heard before notice it for hearing at same time. And you should have counsel ASAP....

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Do I need a lawyer for an arbitration case to discuss whether or not fraud can be brought up in arbitration?

Will's answer | Answered on January 14, 2019

Are you legally required to have counsel to represent you (not a company or other legal entity)? No. Would you be wise to get counsel. Yes. ...

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Can I File a motion to stay?

Will's answer | Answered on January 14, 2019

I agree with Mr. Tischhauser. You will need to try to walk the motion through and try to get an order ASAP. If you don't have a meritorious...

Will Murphy's Answers (3173)

Can A privately held co. be forced to provide financials in a civil suit? Is this done via discovery process?

Shouldn't contracts be unenforceable if they are done so in an unlawful manner?

In the case of a civil lawsuit where a business ?

Can the Court order a credit card company to work out an income based payment plan with the plaintiff?

What can I do to get any custody back of my daughter?

Is is there a document I need to file and if so what document??

How can a case be sent to small claims with no evidence?

What is the better, introduce Motion for Continuance verbally in Hearing or in writing prior to hearing?

Do I need a lawyer for an arbitration case to discuss whether or not fraud can be brought up in arbitration?

Can I File a motion to stay?