I agree that all parties would have to agree to have the hearing recorded. You do have the right to a court reporter, if you want a record. If...

It never hurts to retain counsel even if you are not a named party in the case. The lawyer could theoretically protect you from making statements...

Look at your contract. If there is an arbitration clause, you should file an arbitration claim. If there is none, you can sue. You should also...

First, there is no reason to bring up an old criminal case, particularly if your record shows the case was dismissed. Second, if the case is...

Car company refused to send notice of plan to sell letter, but there is arbitrary clause. Can I sue after settlement fails?

Most arbitration clauses are binding, however some give the opportunity to go to small claims court as an alternative. Without knowing what your...

If the case does not settle at mediation, the motion will still be pending and the judge should issue a ruling. The judge may need to be reminded.

Need help with AAA rule 9?

In addition to the answers provided earlier, it is impossible to answer your question without knowing what set of rules to which you refer. There...

No harm in asking if both sides or all parties agree to proceed without counsel. If anyone else has a lawyer, you need one too. If you have a...

Rather than starting at ground zero, appeal to the United States Circuit Court of Appeal.

Make sure your father holds on to the receipt. Do nothing. If the gardener tries to sue your father, he has the receipt showing was paid and...