No. Nor, in my opinion, is it s good strategy for as foreclosure defendant.

Are further damages caused by a tenant I already sued in the past unable to be litigated due to the doctrine of res judicata?

I haven't read Hudson but I suspect he is correct. Res judicata bars any new litigation arising from the facts of the original case, at least as...

Are there liability or legal concerns for our HOA if we pay a condo owner to remove snow outside our building?

If you're asking whether it's OK to pay one owner but not the others, I can't think of a reason. If you're asking whether paying him negates the...

Can I sue Greendot?

Sorry this happened to you, but while the result might be different if it was a check, I think you have gotten good advice.

Looking to sue DCFS/investigator

Ms. Goldstein is correct. Even if there was a private right of action under HIPPA, or you found a creative way to use it indirectly, based on what...

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Can I take someone to small claims and have a chance at actually winning?

I agree with Ms. Goldstein. A check is often thought of as a promise to pay (in this case, your promise to the borrower). In fact, a check is an...

What do I when my attorney has derailed my case due to health problems?

There is no excuse for what your current attorney is doing. He may be sick, or he may have a mental illness or substance abuse problem. There is...

My exgirlfriend is trying to steal my car!

I'm sure she thinks she can do that but it seems unlikely. You need to see a lawyer to protect your investment. If you can you might want to...

Do I have a case to sue Globe Life for fraud

I hate to add more discouragement but in the 1980s there was a round of whole life sales fraud practices - Prudential was high among the offenders...

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It does sound unfair. Even the most well intended offer of advice is pointless, to the point of being misleading, without an extensive discussion...