As a Pro Per litigant, may I take the deposition of the defendant in Ohio.

I'm not licensed in Ohio, but in my jurisdiction, if the person you are seeking to be deposed is a party (as in a defendant) to the lawsuit, you...

Can a losing Defendant at trial use their opponent's previous settlement demand letter to object to an excessive jury-verdict?

Under the relevant rules of evidence, any and all offers to settle a case are inadmissible at trial (or for any other reason). It is possible to...

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I was wrongfully suspended without pay from my federal employer, can I sue for punitive damages and back pay?

Most attorneys who handle this type of work will do so on a contingency fee basis. You should contact an attorney in your area who handles these...

In Arizona, a community property state, can a spouse discuss their spouse's personal injury claim with the insurance company?

While the loss of consortium claim is linked to your husband's injuries, it is legally a separate claim, and has no bearing on your husband's...

Judgments and liens...

You should speak with a collections attorney regarding your options. As to the judgment, under Arizona law, any judgment that is recorded will...

How do I start the language on a Disclosure Statement, the disclosure statement must include a list of witnesses and their addrs

There is no set language to be used when disclosing witnesses. Rule 26.1 of the Arizona Rules of Civil Procedure govern disclosure of evidence and...

Can a lawyer withhold settlement money to the receiving party if his client has given it to him?

While a lawyer owes some duties to opposing parties, the main duty is to the client. It's possible that the lawyer may be withholding payment for...

What type of lawyer do I need to suit a car insurance company for bad faith insurance?

Whether an insurance company has committed bad faith is a complex issue. An attorney who practices in the field of personal injury and regularly...

Does the rental fee come out of my pocket?

Generally speaking, the person who caused the harm is responsible to pay for any damages or expenses caused by their negligence. This would...

What type of legal discrimination is: Some managers have not been working for months and did not get fired.

Arizona is an "at will" employment state, meaning that an employee can be terminated, with or without cause or notice at the leisure of the...