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If a debt has been filed but I've not yet been served, what are the talking points to negotiate the debt to a minimal amount?
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Answered on November 28, 2014
I agree with the prior two answers but would add that the purchaser of the debt likely paid pennies on the dollar for the right to collect. I...
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Can I answer a Civil Suit by sending a motion to the court to request public defense
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Answered on November 27, 2014
To answer your question: no. You are only entitled to a court appointed attorney for criminal cases not civil collection cases such as this. ...
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How are Contigency fees calculated for personal injury cases
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Answered on November 27, 2014
I agree with Mr. Barnes that the contingency fee contract that you signed with your lawyer determines the answer to your question.
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Is my "Failure to yield to a pedestrian" valid when I hit a pedestrian dressed in all black (at night time)?
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Answered on November 26, 2014
You can and you should. However I would advise you not to do this alone but to retain a good local lawyer to assist. I will also re-list this...
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I got a ticket for 5 mph over the regular speed limit in Raleigh. Is it worth it to go to court and ask for a PJC?
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Answered on November 26, 2014
I agree with the prior two answers. An additional thing to consider is whether your insurance company will use this as an excuse to raise your...
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Impeding traffic in a round about (Rochester hills, mi)
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Answered on November 25, 2014
Frankly I'm not certain that under the circumstances you describe that you were at fault. As to your primary concern about a tort claim for her...
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Should I worry about being sent to collections myself?
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Answered on November 25, 2014
I agree with Mr. Hoffman that you, as POA, are not responsible for your mother's debts. However I would add that any debt collection agency that...
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Who is the next of kin when my grandfather dies.
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Answered on November 25, 2014
I agree with Mr. Frederick. Your grandfather died without a will and was therefore "intestate." You and your uncle are next of kin under the laws...
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Can I sue a car dealer if they sold me a car that was not the year stated.
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Answered on November 25, 2014
Many times a model year vehicle is manufactured in the prior year so you may not have a claim to be made. Contact a different dealer and have them...
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Jurisdiction. Need American lawyer or Canadian?
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Answered on November 25, 2014
I agree with Mr. Kelly that a suit brought in Arizona will need to be defended by an attorney licensed in that State. I also agree that the bigger...