I have been sued for a debt that is almost 7 yrs old? Must I leave work for depositions etc.? I am a single mom.

The statute of limitations is likely 5 years. That means they had 5 years from the default to file a lawsuit. If you were not properly served then...

Need a cheap lawyer

You get what you pay for. Your best bet is a young solo practitioner that's hungry.

Do nothing and let them get a judgment. If you have no assets, there is nothing they can do. Or file bankruptcy and discharge the debt.

My lawyer did not file my case before the statute of limitations. He says his office had a computer meltdown.. What do I do?

You need to hire an attorney with a specialty in legal malpractice. Missing a statute of limitations is a classic case.

Can I force a debtor into a consumer bankruptcy?

Involuntary bankruptcy is only available to a single creditor if the debtor has less than 12 creditors. Otherwise, it takes 3 creditors to file an...

How to break a commercial lease?

The issue will be governed by the terms of the specific lease in question. Generally, contract rights are assignable unless otherwise expressly...

Commercial landlord/tenant issue

If the inside register system belongs to you and you did not consent, then yes I think you have a claim. That system likely contains confidential...