A defendant - violation of city ordinance - is obliged to swear on the Bible? based on which law?

You may "affirm" to tell the truth. No biblical swearing is necessary.

Tenant is suing me for not returning a security deposit.

Security deposits, limitation--return of deposit or notice of damages, when--withholding deposit, when--tenant's right to damages--security deposit...

What is the statute of limitations in Missouri?

If it's a written promise to pay 10 years. Otherwise, 5 years for a breach of contract claim. If this was helpful, please consider marking it as...

What recourse does a plantiff have if summons cannot be servedto plaintiff?

Eventually the judge will give the plaintiff one last chance and dismiss without prejudice thereafter. The plaintiff may refile as a new case. ...

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How do I file a claim against tenants who were behind in rent and destroyed property?

Mr. Chase made good points. If your tenants have jobs try to find an attorney to take the case on a contingency basis.

Can I be forced out of my apartment because I have been calling the police because I'm being harassed and now being called nuisa

If a lawsuit has been filed you need to defend the case or bad things will happen. Of you can afford an attorney, hire one.

New home and we have a sewer in our back yard. Is the builder responsible for fixing the grade and flooding of the backyard?

Have a local attorney review your contract. There are potential causes of action (breach of contract, MMPA, etc.) but the contract is also important.

Why will an attorney not help me fight this battle?

If you are willing and able to pay an attorney I'm confident that if you keep searching you'll find one. Good luck.

You are stuck with it remaining on Casenet. Sorry.

Can we have our wages garnished?

If you lose the trial and judgment is entered your wages may be garnished.