Is a request for dismissal of a case effective as soon as its filed?

A voluntary dismissal is effective upon filing so long as the other parties have not yet appeared. Once a party has appeared, then you will want...

If you were not represented by a public defender I would strongly urge you to subpoena the witness for a deposition and notice the other side such...

Can a business change the contracted service w/o notice & use prev credit card author to charge for new service never received?

This is a bit complicated by the fact that you did not do anything for over two years without raising it and you did not state in your facts, how...

The designation retained means that they are representing you with your knowledge.

How do I get a letter that my case has been close with ACS

You need to contact ACS and ask them for a certified letter.

How can I sue someone who secretly videotape me?

It depends on where you were and what you were doing and whether there was voice also recorded. You would also need to show damage. Without...

Apartment building security cameras

Of course. FIrst I would report it to the police along with the fact that the area is videotaped. Then at least the police can request it for...

How can I sue or send legal Notice of defamation to a librarian who is spoiling the brand image of my publishing firm?

IF the publisher is distributing products in every state then you may want to sue in a state that would be most favorable to you. However, since...

I need to know how to get my money from a site that scammed me.

As with any case, you will need to provide proof of your contentions. Depending on whether you have such proof and the limits of your state's...

What do I file to quash an illegal recording of a conversation that is submitted as evidence?

You need to cite the penal code statute 632 relating to recordings and explain that you had a reasonable expectation of privacy in your own home...