Do I have to give deposition for suing a person that backed into my car? His want me to and I don't have an attorney

In small claims court, if the proper motions are filed then the full-blown rules of civil procedure will be invoked and "regular" discovery can be...

What is the meaning of this ?

A local criminal defense attorney who is familiar with these sorts of dispositions will be able to answer this question. You could also call the...

Can a sexual battery case be reopened if the charges were dropped/abandoned

If you wish to reopen the case, speak with the prosecutor's office for the best answer.

The operative section of the applicable statute (F.S. 48.031) reads as follows: (1)(a) Service of original process is made by delivering a copy of...

How long does a plaintiff have to serve a defendant in Florida circuit court?

Yes, but if the complaint is dismissed, the dismissal is without prejudice and the case can be refiled.

If the by-law are printed at the smallest font size and is illegible! what action can the residents take?

Certainly, you and the other members of the association can attend a board meeting and request that the board provide a better copy of the by-laws....

Can he file a fraud case against me?

Of course anyone can file a lawsuit against anyone else. The issue is whether he can prove his case.

I will likely be sued in a civil suit?

A judgement in Florida is recordable and good for 20 years. It can be extended for another 20 years. So, a judgment against you won't just go away....

If defendant is unreachable to serve because location is unknown does that squash my suit?

To serve a defendant in Florida requires in hand service or substituted service. I am not sure how the mailing of the civil summons will satisfy...

Civil Summons Service?

The law provides for situations where the potential defendant both seeks to avoid service, such as not answering the front door, and leaves no...