What is frivolous claim?

A claim without merit is a frivolous claim.

My attorney failed to file a Tort Claim on my behalf within the 6 month allotted time frame. Can this still be filed?

Your lawyer can petition to file a late govt tort claim. If unsuccessful, you may need a legal malpractice lawyer.

I am being held liable for a car accident just because I consigned the vehicle. What can I do?

Permissive use liability is capped at $15,000 per person/$30,000 aggregate. You permitted use of the vehicle. Hopefully, the injury victim has...

If I am set for ADR / mediation with my defendant, does that preclude or nullify their filed Motion for Summary Judgment?

No. Filing for summary judgment with a mediation on deck is often leverage used in an effort to force settlement.

I was in a car accident yesterday. I was rear ended while sitting at a light need advice

Get medical treatment for your injuries. Take your time. Hire a lawyer to represent you.

Get medical treatment for your injuries. Retain an attorney to represent you.

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I'd retain a personal injury attorney immediately Preservation of evidence is key, before the railing and stairs are repaired. I'd also make sure...

Does it send a bad signal to the defendants in a lawsuit if the plaintiff substitutes attorneys after a settlement offer and

Potentially, yes. But that doesn't mean it's a poor decision.

How do I serve papers with no address? Is it possible?

Try and obtain an address from the Sect of State's Office from the person designated to accept service of process. If none, you might serve by...

I am Plaintiff in pro per in a wrongful eviction lawsuit. Do I have to disclose an eviction that occurred over 10 years ago.

I would object based on its lack of relevance and being overbroad as to time. Without waiving those objections, I would answer accurately.