Ask your auto carrier to retain an attorney to help you fill out the document. Tell them you are uncomfortable completing it without an attorney....

Attorneys are not permitted to attend Small Claims hearings, so there is no need to hire one. Ask your carrier to send an adjuster or paralegal...

It really depends on more facts. Did the dog lunge at her which caused her to fall, possibly. If the dog was 100 yards away and just barked,...

You file against the company and the specific process server in Small Claims Court. Not sure if there is a government entity that controls or...

Ask her to pay the tickets, or sue her in Small Claims. You can take the car back, or ask her to get a new loan, in her name only, so you can...

You should file a cross complaint for the damages she caused. Have her served with it. Both matters will be heard at the same time. You need...

If you have Comprehensive coverage on your vehicle, you should use it to cover the damages, less your deductible. Your carrier will then go after...

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I moved this to Family Law. You should speak with a Family Law attorney.

No, the Judge will not hear any additional evidence after the hearing. He likely only focused on what was important and admissible at the hearing.

If it is just a scratch and no residual scarring, you can likely handle this on your own without an attorney. Hopefully you know the dog owner's...