How long do I have to file a motion for new trial?

Generally a motion for a new trial has to be filed within 10 days of the order being entered. That being said, whether that general rule applies...

What legal rights does a step parent have when it comes to the care of children? ?

To obtain legal rights to the children, the step parent generally has to file a guardianship action to claim that the biological parents are not...

What penalties can result from this situation depends on what charges were filed against you. Your specific charges will have a range of how long...

How do i file contempt of court?

To my knowledge, there aren't any forms to file a contempt action for this type of situation. Some people use the self help forms as models and...

Can the courts keep moving my dates of court without me knowing?

It depends on the type of case and why the hearing date is being moved (the court moving the date on its own motion? your attorney requesting a...

What can I do about failure to appear for a traffic accident

You can contact a criminal defense attorney to request a hearing date to have your warrant for a failure to appear recalled. The criminal defense...

I fall in snow and ice in front apt .can I lawsuit the complex ?

Damages from a slip and fall are just one of the things you have to prove in order to be entitled to monetary compensation. You will also need to...

When do I file my financial affidavit? Do I need to file the paperwork before getting a hearing date set or to the hearing?

It depends on what county the action is in and what type of action is pending. It also depends on what type of hearing you are requesting. ...

Repercussions for making a mistake while filing a VAWA form

I'm reclassifying this as an immigration question so that you will be more likely to get a response.

Coustial partent refuses to pick up child after scheduled visitation and is trying to force non cp to cover all travel?

If a party is not following a court order, you can proceed with an enforcement action, such as a show cause/contempt action within the custody...