I received a Subpoena via delivery service 2 days ago, demanding my deposition in only 7 more days. Do I need to go??

I agree with Mr. Chen's that a simple notice is all that is required to secure a party's attendance at a deposition. If the period between the...

Can a Notice of Appeal be modified by the Defendant of the Clerk of the Court without the Plaintiff's knowledge?

I agree with my colleagues that as a party you are supposed to be served with copies of anything filed with the court or later modifications...

I agree with Mr. Chen regarding the process and that a party must honor a request to produce the originals for inspection and duplication. I add...

How can we obtain a copy of a permit for a home (which I believe are public records) that apparently have been privatized?

To answer your last question first, yes laws do vary from state to state. However, while I am not personally familiar with the laws in your state,...

I agree with attorney Chen's excellent response. I add only that in some jurisdictions, particularly with lower level courts like small claims, the...

Cought shopplifting at h&m and i just got my civil demand i dont want to pay it.what will happen?

I agree with my colleagues that there is no requirement to pay a demand letter and that you can expect more, perhaps with increasing amounts...

Trial Combative Attorney

I agree with my colleagues that it sounds like the judge was simply describing the attorney's conduct and admonishing him to stop. What happens...

Can a company change your pay structure using a formula you never agreed upon before being hired?

I agree with my colleagues that your employer can change the terms of your employment but that any changes need to comply with state and federal...

Can I be tried in civil court without a plea?

Your question is not clear. One does not enter a "plea" in civil court nor are attorneys usually appointed. I suspect that you are confused and...

Before even taking a fee from their clients, is the attorney not required to screen or ask if the client has or had a bank-

Your question is not clear. What is it you want to know? Are you upset that your attorney didn't ask you something you could have easily...