Default judgement

A court does not take a default judgment on its own motion. A plaintiff's lawyer must request it.

Contract Law

It would depend on a number of factors such as the amount in dispute, the nature of the work and the terms of the job. It would also depend on...

Does condo home association insurance co. have right to ask HOA member who's unit started a fire damage to pay repairing cost?

Of course, they can ask. The HOA's carrier can seek to recover from anyone it believes to have caused or contributed to a loss. If you are asked...

As I understand your question, the answer is yes. The HOA's carrier can sue anyone it believes to have caused the loss. Whether that person is a...

Will I win by default, if a defendant does not show up for his appeal?

Actually, the contractor's failure to show at trial means that you have already won. This issue is can he file a motion for new trial or appeal to...

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What should I do??

I would not allow a default judgment be taken against me. Do you own the vehicle alleged to have been in the accident? Consider turning the...

What are my chances in a car accident when you rear end someone who suddenly stops, and you are sure there were no stop lights

As my colleagues have stated, you will likely be held to have been at fault. If the other driver is only claiming property damage (damage to their...

Mr. von Dohlen is correct. Texas' lemon law is not available or applicable to used cars. Nevertheless, you may still have rights under other...

You do a good job of describing of your very serious injuries. That said, whether the studio or reformer manufacturer can be held liable for your...

My driver was in an accident and didn't receive a ticket but was considered at fault. Now I am being sued by the other party

Without knowing more facts, it is impossible to tell whether your insurance company made a "fair" offer to settle the case. Often their early...