Mr. Shuster is correct- these petitions must be published in order to give notice to anyone who may be interested. The court has sent the notice...

Can Nationwide Property & Casualty lns. be defined as the agent of assign of their insured customers?

Typically, a subrogor “stands in the shoes” of the person from whom they acceded to the claim. Simply put, that means they have no greater right...

Yes and yes. This rule refers to the person administering the oath, and says THAT person may not be a relative.

The attorney was representing the interest of his/her client. The failure of a witness to appear in the face of a valid subpoena could be grounds...

You’ve done all you need to do at this point. Your insurance company will assign counsel to you, free of charge.

Since you haven’t alleged any injury, other than worry, I have changed the topic header to contracts and agreements, because you *may* have a claim...

Is a consent decree the same thing as an acquittal?

No. “Acquittal” is a term used in criminal law. A consent decree is typically entered in a family law situation, and it pertains to an aspect of...

If not required, why would you disclose the witnesses you intend to call? We typically view this as litigation strategy, and that is covered by the...

What is the standard/normal procedure for when a Judge attempts to contact a party to the case via telephone prior to a hearing?

No, you are not correct. The prohibition on ex parte communication relates to substantive matters, typically. Further, your question suggests there...

Yes, unfortunately, they are not bound by the arbitration decision when it comes to your bodily injury claim. As a former insurance company...