I received a notice that a four year old case was placed on a Dismissal docket, with a hearing date. What, as defendent I do?

Mr. Warren gives a good and accurate run-down of the law. But, what, as a defendant in the case, do you want to keep alive in this lawsuit? If...

What constitutes legal theories with regard to TCRP 192.4 (c)?

A request for disclosure made under Rule 194.2 requires the other side to provide the legal theories, i.e., breach of contract, negligence, etc....

The bank has decided NOT to foreclose on an investment property.. what now?

If the discharge covers any deficiency, then make this GMAC's problem. Do what the court orders and what you bankruptcy attorney tells you. If...

My son received a notice from an incident (sneaking into a movie without paying in 2006) and ordered to pay $728.00.

Although I don't practice criminal law, I always advise talking to a criminal lawyer. A theft charge may not lead to hard time, but it is the type...

Can I ask for a validation to stall or stop a credit card lawsuit..Won arbitration yesterday, and they have 30 days to file??

Usually validation is a concept associated with debt collection efforts outside a court proceeding. You can always ask for a validation. But, if...

I have one an arbitration agreement And am in need of info to fight the appeal that is inevitable

Arbitration may be different in Pennsylvania, but I suspect that the process is almost always a proceeding conducted by a private individual (or...

We are not behind on our mortgage, but we are approx. $100,000 upside down on our loan. Is mediation a viable option for us?

Likely not. Unless there is a dispute over the amount of the mortgage, then I don't see what there is to negotiate. Most banks would rather...

You may sue her for defamation per se. Accusing somebody of criminal activity within their employment industry is just what you said -- sabotage...

How can I get out of a lease if the leasing agent isn't keeping promises they made?

Your agreement is governed by the written terms of the lease. If the lease does not include permission to practice piano, then you wouldn't have...

Can I get out of my lease because cigar smoke comes through the vents?

A tenant has the right to quiet enjoyment of their property. That means that landlord actually covenants that there will be no interference with...