I missed my court appearance for an eviction. I motioned for a continuance the same day against a negligent landlord. What now?
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Answered on June 03, 2013
It appears that a judgment was entered against you. It also appears that you never filed an appearance. Your motion may have been denied because...
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What is my recourse when a substandard insurance co gives an estimate that is only a fraction of the repair cost?
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Answered on June 03, 2013
If you don't have your own collision coverage and the at-fault driver's insurance is not making a good offer, filing a lawsuit may be the only...
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I recieved a notice of motion regarding wage deduction, but I want to know if I dont go to court, will they arrest me?
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Answered on June 03, 2013
You don't provide enough information for the situation to be evaluated. If you could let us know the title of the motion that would be helpful....
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My sons vehicle was damaged by a drink driver with no insurance. She said she would pay the $4000 of damages, but now she is not
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Answered on June 03, 2013
If your son does not have collision coverage on his own policy you will have to find an attorney in Iowa that is willing to take a property damage...
Can i take someone to court for stealing a necklace
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Answered on June 02, 2013
When someone steals an item from another person, a lawsuit can be filed asking for monetary compensation or, if the item is unique, for return of...
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When can a landlord issue an eviction notice to a tenant who has lived 8 years and paid rent on time?
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Answered on June 02, 2013
I also agree with Attorney Boykin. Most landlords don't want to go through the lengthy and expensive eviction process and usually only initiate it...
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Do I need an attorney? Received a notice full of lies and worried they may try to keep my security deposit and ruin my credit.
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Answered on June 02, 2013
It is probably best that you have an attorney review your matter to determine what is going on and craft a response.
You didn't list the term...
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What do you do if you think your atty is pushing a "settlemt" and discouraging going to court. We can push it, but should we?
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Answered on May 31, 2013
Sounds like you husband has a very severe injury, which is unfortunate and no amount of money will adequately compensate.
It seldom make sense...
How do I give my mother a lifetime lease on my house
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Answered on May 31, 2013
No good reason to have a lease comes to mind. If for some reason you do need a lease, you can just list the rent as $0. I'd shy away from having a...
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I received: Mot. for Order of Default, Mot. for Judgment for Foreclosure & Mot. Appt. Selling Officer. Do I file Appearance?
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Answered on May 30, 2013
I moved your question to foreclosure law, you'll get much better answers there. In short, you should appear and seriously should get a lawyer if...
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