Is service with a certified letter considered valid service under civil procedure rules of PR

It is my opinion that under your facts, this would constitute grounds for an argument for a time extension or improper service. If it was not your...

Is a person required to answer questions about a prior spouse under WV civil procedure?

I do not practice in West Virginia, but in Wisconsin, a lawyer can ask any question that is not privileged under Wisconsin law (such a confession...

Under VA civil procedure rules, what happens if a defendant fails to appear for a civil hearing

In Wisconsin, if it is a civil matter, the court may enter a default judgment against you in the amount claimed within the complaint, or proven by...

In Wisconsin, if it is a civil matter, the court may enter a default judgment against you in the amount claimed within the complaint, or proven by...

Witness for hearing

I do not practice law in Washington, but I was able to find this guide to arbitration of attorneys'...

How to serve a summon

My opinion is to have him served by a process server for exactly the reason stated in your last paragraph. It is worth the extra money. Here is...

I have no attorney and have a short cause trial at end of month. What are my options?

While I do not practice in California, my general guide entitled, "How to prepare for trial if your do not have a lawyer" might have some useful...

Chances of winning a premises liability slip and fall lawsuit in state of Texas

Also, as a rule of thumb and many lawyers will cringe when they read this -- but I believe it -- is that a measure of the value of your personal...

Chances of winning a premises liability slip and fall lawsuit in state of Texas

Typically issues of negligence are not resolved via summary judgment -- so long as your lawyer is willing to try the case, if the offer is too low...

Under CA family law what can I do about my law firm sending different attorneys to my family law hearings

What you need to do is the following: (1) contact a reputable family law lawyer in your area (I was stationed at Victorville while in the USAF so I...