Mr. Hoffman is correct. Usually, a default judgment will be entered. However, make sure you take your proof, the lease, the 5 or 10 day notice,...

I don't undertand the judges ruling today, he is going to vacate a ruling from 3 weeks ago. I am also concerned about $ ?

I agree with Mr. Hoffman. Once you are paid, vacation of the judgement is required by statute (release, satusfaction and vacation of the...

What can I do?

Is there a schedule in your contract? Does the improvement cost more than $1,000.00? Is the contract in writing? If, so, what does it say your...

How do I file a discovery if I am the plaintiff

First, you don’t file discovery, you serve it. Second, what are you trying to ask? Discovery is a request for documents, written questions, called...

Is a forum non conveniens alone sufficient reason to remove a case to federal court?

No forum non convenient is not a basis for federal jurisdiction. Talk to a lawyer.

I sent personal property to a contractor for repairs and they have not returned it; how can I get it back?

You can file a replevin action which is a proceeding to obtain property over which you have a superior right to possession. That assumes that the...

If the attorney filed an appearance in the state court case, he or she remains the defendant's counsel of record until he or she is granted leave...

I filed a case against a guy in small claims court - HIS lawyer is asking judge for a status continuance- do i need to be there

Maybe yes, maybe no. But how will know if you will be available on the next court date if you are not present for the scheduling? If the case is...

I must file a Motion to Compel Witness' Compliance with Subpoena. I will serve the other party. Must I also serve the witness?

Do not file a motion to compel. If the subpoena was properly served and the witness has failed to comply, serve a petition for a rule to show...

Can I still depose the party that was dismissed?

You can but you must subpoena the persons you wish to depose. Unless you are an attorney, the subpoena must be issued by the clerk of the court....