A "STIPULATION TO EXTEND TIME TO RESPOND TO COMPLAINT" was emailed a day before the answer is due. Agree or deny?

I'd like to know more before giving a definitive response, but as a general rule I would allow them the extension. You may be in a position where...

(3) more than 60 days has elapsed since filing the complaint; can I still serve the other two defendants who I did not serve?

I know it can be overwhelming when you first start out, but the answer to this question is on Lexis or Westlaw, not Avvo. Please do not make the...

Can a judge give permission to only post and not mail a summons and complaint?

Under certain circumstances, yes, this can be done. And since you are now admittedly aware of the suit, you really need to respond. Hire an...

School District Entering Divorce Litigation

Not to sound like a broken record, but it really does sound like you need to hire a lawyer. If you cannot afford one, call around to the local law...

I can't say for certain, but it sounds like the attorney requesting this information is searching for evidence that a witness (or party) committed...

Is it required of both parties of an assault case to attend the trial of the accused party?

Unless you are a party to the suit or a witness who has been subpoenaed, you are not required to attend.

Statue of limitations on an offense

You have two years to file a claim for assault in Texas. Here is a link to the governing statute:...

Is it possible to file on 2 drivers of 2 different cars in the same accident for settlements?

This may sound flippant, but the truth is you sue everybody and let the jury sort it out. Put on your best case for liability against each party...

I got a phone call from 855-852-4647 saying my name and social are in litigation and I would be served with papers soon-scam?

Hard to say for certain, but it definitely smells like a scam. The easiest way to find out: wait to receive the papers they promised. You'll...

Can a detective call you a thief for taking deposits for building houses, and you really are a house builder.

There are a lot of moving parts here. But my primary concern is that it sounds like you need a criminal defense lawyer. If you were arrested for...