I won a civil suit and the person appealed I have 20 days to file a letter of complaint, can I get a lawyer to write the letter

Lawyers may be reluctant to participate in your legal problems without formally appearing. If your adversary has started an appeal, you should...

Should I file a lawsuit? Do I need an attorney? Do I have a case?

You should probably start by making your claim to the shop you want to pay you or perform the repairs. If they don't, then suing may be...

Property management company damages my rental home.

In general, landlords have a duty to provide premises that are fit for human habitation. If the landlord fails to keep his end of the bargain, it...

It is necessary to perfect a lien by proper service and filing before it can be enforceable. [Due to the limited format of Avvo, this is not...

What remedies do we have against a judgement for a case we didnt follow through thinking the attorney would give up?

When you get notice of a legal proceeding, you must address the issues very seriously. A motion to compel usually occurs during the course of...

Is it too late to Appeal a Civil Judgment if the time-line has been blown, without exception?

Sometimes it can be possible to make a Motion to Vacate the Judgment to the trial court, if you have sufficient grounds to do so. [Due to the...

Am I legally obligated to return engagement ring?

Although the learned counsel of Mr. Brinkmeir is erudite, there may be some room for disagreement. A one hundred year old case may be...

Can I have a Summons mailed to the defendant by a third party in an Unlimited Civil Case?

Service of process can sometimes be troublesome, but it is basic civil procedure to give your opposing parties notice and an opportunity to be...

Can the board of a HOA sue the previous Management Company in small claims court?

There may also be particular advantages in filing in some larger court. Retaining an attorney would probably be a good idea for you. [Due to...

Pending case for an accident in Philadelphia using rental car but I did not have insurance and I did not buy one. What can I do?

You should retain an attorney. One possible way for you to obtain protection is to file bankruptcy. Discuss the details with your lawyer. ...