I'm suing someone for some personal property. The judge is asking for me to put up a cash surety bond for the amount, why?

I assume you are getting the property back before the final trial. Since the court does not know until then who is right, you have to put up a...

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What reasons can you file a motion for continuance?

Any good reason why you cannot proceed at the scheduled time. It is good to also show that you made an effort to be ready, but need more time due...

Can I file a pro se law suit against someone's family? I was involved in a car accident where I received multiple injuries.

You "can" sue them, but you probably won't win. You may have signed a release when you got the money from their insurance, and that would mean you...

What can be done to a person claiming to be an LLC on a contract but is not & you want to file against them in sm claims court

It is hard to know exactly what will work, but try this: In the amended petition, name the contractor personally then add "doing business as" then...

Should I fight or fold? Will I spend thousands only to lose in the end?

You need to fight. For one thing, you can bring in your husband as a defendant. You will lose if you do not get a lawyer, but with a lawyer it...

Civil Procedure Subject matter jurisdiction?

This is too complex to handle on your own. You need to hire an attorney (these are your kids, so it will be worth it). The attorney can get...

Is mediation settlement irrevocable if opposing team did not submit all financial documents requested and I asked to rescheudle?

Since you have an attorney, you should insist that the attorney explain what can and cannot be done. If you are not satisfied, then you can...

Theres a motion to hold defendant in contempt and failure to deliver vehicles to plantiff. What does that mean?

You need an attorney so you won't get found in contempt of court. If you cannot afford a lawyer, contact legal aid or one of the pro-bono programs...

Would I qualify for SSDI?

Find an attorney in your area who specializes in this area. These are largely administrative cases, and it is good to use an attorney who is...

If I am out of state and need to take someone to small claims court can someone besides myself or an attorney represent me?

Usually, no. It has to be the person or their attorney There are some exceptions, so check with the clerk of the small claims court.

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