Can a defindent in a small claims court ask for a jury trail if under $750.00 in Oregon

As has already been said, in answering a small claim, generally the Defendant only has a right to request a jury trial if the Plaintiff is claiming...

Does a contract have to have a beginning and an ending clause to be a legally binding instrument?

Most contracts do not even need to be written to be valid (there are certain statutory exceptions). To be legally binding and enforceable a...

Do I have a case

The law is a blunt instrument unintended and unsuited to address slights and offenses of any kind. On the facts you state, I do not believe you...

How do I calculate interest owed on a civil suit?

Many free online post-judgment interest calculators exist. Without endorsement, I use this one -> http://nationaljudgment.net/javacalc.html. Plug...

What do I do if plaintiff served me with the documents for small claims court?

The King County (WA) District Court provides good basic information about small claims matters here ->...

First, I am not licensed in California so anything I say should be double-checked by an attorney who is. That said, the tortious or criminal...

What can I sue for and who for stolen car

Restitution is an angle to discuss with the prosecutor. Or, you could file a small claims suit against him for conversion (he wrongly interfered...

Best way to distribute funds according to deceased wishes?

All good advice from the other attorneys who have responded so far. I am not licensed in Illinois so anything I say should be double-checked with...

How can I stop someone from moving in estate property?

I definitely agree with Mr. Davis. Try clicking "Find a lawyer" above to find a real estate attorney in your area who can advise you on your...

My brother, who is also the executor of her will, wants our mom to quick claim deed her house to him to avoid probate.

There are potentially lots of bad outcomes here for your mother. She needs her own attorney to help her decide what is in her best interests. Try...