What happens after I file my answer and affirmative defenses to the court?
Is this a claim in small claims court? If so, then they can't file discovery against you if you are pro se. Otherwise, you can file a motion...
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Is this a claim in small claims court? If so, then they can't file discovery against you if you are pro se. Otherwise, you can file a motion...
If it's small claims, then the defendant does not have to file an Answer. If above $5,000, then defendant is required to respond to a complaint...
Typically the plaintiff would not need to be present as long as the attorney has full authority to settle the matter. Did they not want to mediate...
In Florida, a judgment is valid for 20 years. You may have some options however and I would recommend you speak to an attorney in your area that...
In Florida, a judgment is valid for 20 yeas, but must be re-recorded after the first 10 years. The re-recording could possibly trigger the judgment...
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If you have an appointment with an attorney today, then they will discuss your options when they have all of the facts.
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No, your boyfriend isn't going to be charged with a crime. This has been asked and answered on this board ad nauseum. Do a search so you can see...
What happened with the possession charge? Were you adjudicated guilty?
There is not enough information provided to give a clear idea of what type of document you are referring. Would this be a settlement or an...
You can file a claim in small claims court for your damages. An attorney is probably going to cost you more than your claim is worth. What was...