When filing an answer in the federal central district court, are any other documents or cover sheet necessary?

You do not need to submit a cover sheet or any other document at the time you file your answer. Many federal courts require the parties to utilize...

In regard to the discovery you are propounding, you can do it in any sequence you want. You can propound interrogatories, requests for production,...

Compensation for injured thumb and index fingers.

An injured worker who is injured at work may have a worker’s compensation claim against the employer. However, if a person or entity other than...

What are the limits to the judge controlling the format and procedure of hearings?

1. Yes. 2. Yes. 3. No. I agree with the previous response. Judges have wide discretion to control the format and procedure of the hearings. ...

All of the paperwork has been filed to clerk of court for a default judgement. What other paper is needed to collect judgement?

Obtaining a judgment is one thing, actually collecting on the judgment is another. You should go ahead and send a copy of the judgment and ask to...

If you are seeking personal appearance (such as for a deposition) or docuements from a third party, you do need to serve a subpoena. However, you...

Can i sue after i signed a settlment

It depends on what the settlement agreement says, but a competently drafted settlement agreement and release will state that in exchange for the...

Can my gf's parents charge me with a crime for texting her about making out?

Only the government (i.e., district attroney's office or police) can charge you with a crime. A private citizen can file civil suit for damages. ...

Do I sue the driver or owner of the car?

Yes, you have a potential action. You will be able to locate a personal injury to take your case on a contingency fee basis if the damages are...

Is it legal for an attorney in a malpractice case to privately meet with the defendent (doctor), just the two of them?

In terms of whether the attorney's conduct was legal, the answer is yes. There was nothing necessarily illegal or improper in the attorney meeting...