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If I decide to settle a case with 2 defendants (property owners (commercial) but not settle the commercial tenants can I still
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Answered on December 04, 2017
Generally speaking, it is okay to settle with some defendants and continue to pursue the lawsuit against the remaining defendants, all the way...
What non jury trial means?
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Answered on December 03, 2017
It means the trial will be decided by the judge, rather than by a jury. A court trial is also known as a bench trial, and is also referred to as a...
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30 day notice
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Answered on December 03, 2017
Yes, if you signed a fixed term lease that expires on February 16, 2018, you are legally liable to pay all the rent through February 16, 2018. ...
Cash purchase, does spouse need to sign escrow papers if he won't be on the title.
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Answered on December 03, 2017
If only the wife is the buyer, the husband does not need to sign any escrow instructions. However, if the wife is taking title as a married woman...
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Pending court case. What to do? for Debt Collection
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Answered on December 02, 2017
You are not obligated to respond unless and until you are served with the summons and complaint. If this is a collection case, you will need to go...
Amend complaint not changing Cause of Action ?
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Answered on December 02, 2017
Without having reviewed your original complaint, it is impossible for any attorney online to properly advise you. Generally speaking, it is not...
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Can you chose the time for court hearings?
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Answered on December 01, 2017
Generally speaking, the court dictates the hearing times (and dates). Your post does not indicate the type of proceeding nor the courthouse in...
MTD is pending decision by district judge. If it is denied what is next? But defendant has not filed an answer yet?
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Answered on December 01, 2017
It is common for the court to grant the motion to dismiss but also grant leave to file an amended complaint.
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I need to file an EX PARTE MOTION TO CONTINUE CASE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE (civil, pro per). What documentation do I prepare?
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Answered on December 01, 2017
In such a situation, the court would expect that you appear for the Case Management Conference telephonically via CourtCall.
How, specifically, can I consolidate a small claims case w/regular civil case?
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Answered on December 01, 2017
Yes, it is possible. A small claims court case (i.e. the Defendant's Claim) can be reclassified as a superior court case, and the two cases can...
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