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Can I file a small claim suit for an unpaid invoice? If so, can I add any other expenses associated with filing to the suit?
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Answered on February 14, 2019
You can sue in General Sessions Court. It's the closest thing Tennessee has to a small claims court. They have jurisdiction to hear cases up to...
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Can I carry my pistol in my vehicle if I do not have a permit to tote a weapon
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Answered on February 14, 2019
A Tennessee resident can keep a firearm in their vehicle even without a carry permit. The Castle Doctrine treats your car as part of your home. ...
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When you miss your eviction court day what will happen after that?
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Answered on February 13, 2019
It's likely the court granted possession to the landlord. If that happened then the landlord must then wait 10 days after which he can put you...
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Charged with stalking
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Answered on February 12, 2019
Hire a lawyer and take down this post (as it's an admission that you committed a crime and could be used against you in court),
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I missed going to get fingerprinted now u have warrant what should i do
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Answered on February 12, 2019
Hire an attorney who can take you into court and hopefully get the warrant recalled without you having to go into custody.
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In a federal case about conspiracy when their is an informant, and he don't testify but only the agent does to make conspiracy
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Answered on February 12, 2019
It would depend on what type of hearing it was in; a preliminary hearing or detention hearing, hearsay is allowed so it would likely be ok. Maybe...
Can I sue my son's nut free school for giving my child a product that comes in contact with peanuts when he has a peanut allergy
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Answered on February 11, 2019
You could sue the school but any result would depend on if a court or jury decided that failure to realize that a product they served that came in...
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What should I do if I was served custody papers from my mother today and the court date is tomorrow? How can I obtain a lawyer?
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Answered on February 11, 2019
Show up in court, even without an attorney. Tell the judge that you were just served papers today and need time to retain an attorney. The judge...
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What will happen if someone pressed charges and they never come to court?
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Answered on February 10, 2019
As the victim she does not have to show up unless a court issues an order for her such as a subpoena telling her to come to court. But if she fails...
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Do I have to have a lawyer for a shoplifting case in Tennessee? Shelby county?
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Answered on February 07, 2019
You are allowed to represent yourself but a Judge has to be certain that you have the ability and understanding to do so. It's not just a matter...
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