Do both parties need to be present for divorce in Lee County Florida?

Only the petitioner must appear at a final hearing; your ex need not come to Lee County. Be careful, though, as to how you obtain service of...

Can a company report you to credit agencies for non-payment without warning you first?

A consumer is not entitled to a warning before an account can be reported to a credit reporting agency.

Is there a cap on how much document preparers can charge for BK?

Usually I agree with answers given by Ms. Bunce, Mr. Haselman and Mr. Gillespie, but this time I am going to disagree. I happen to know several...

What is the filing fee for a lawsuit in the $50k range in Palm Beach county?

The filing fee for claims in which the amount in controversy is over $15k is $401.00, unless the basis of the claim is a foreclosure action, in...

Divorce, my husband make a salary but is also paid quarterly on commission from his business sold. Is that part of his net incom

All income of a spouse is taken into account. Wages. Salary. Bonuses. Commissions. Most likely your husband will do his best to not achieve...

Can my pension and/or my social security be garnished in the state of florida over a broken lease

Pension and social security can not be garnished. Pension and social security benefits in a bank account can not be garnished. Same applies to...

What is the law in regards to receiving my last paycheck via mail if I moved out of the state to which I worked?

By now it is clear that your employer is playing games, waiting you out. I suggest that you send one last letter, certified mail, demanding...

Before running to court, consider that it was the judgment creditor and not the law firm which acquired personal information illegally. I presume...

I filed a motion for summary judgment and I didn't receive a respone/objection.. its been about 30 days

My colleagues are both correct in their responses, but I would like to supplement Mr. Klurfeld's response that a Motion for Summary Judgment can be...

Should I file a blank motion against his motion for extension of time in a custody case?

My colleagues have pointed out that by merely asking for the extension of time the Clerk can not enter a Default. The judge can, though, if you...