54 million dollar lawsuit over pants.?
Is this the definition of frivilous or something worse? http://www.cnn.com/2007/law/06/13/trouse.attorney Terrible, the state bar should strip the judge of his law license. I’m not an attorney, but hold a state-issued professional license which is governed by an elected board. My license could be stripped from me for being unethical. I.

A question about court?
What chance does a person have if you represent yourself instead of hiring a lawyer in a change of parenting plans? I want to change the parenting plans but don’t want the expense of a lawyer. I understand how you don’t want the expense of an attorney. Representing yourself can be done. I use to.

Acting ‘pro per’ and the OTHER attorneys responsibility?
I am acting Pro Per in my divorce. My wifes attorney has not responded to any of my requests, emails or any other form of contact. This has been going on for Three months. Isnt there some obligation for her to respond to me. I hate to say it, but I.

After a demand letter is sent to an insurance company what happens next?
We usually give them a month to respond to the letter, sometimes they respond with an offer, sometimes they request further documentation, but they will extend their first offer, then the attorney goes back with a counter-offer, this goes back and forth and the attorney.

All My Sons movers have not complied with a mediation agreement. What should I do next?
During a move in Dec 2006, All My Sons Movers, lost, scratched, broke and otherwise completely mishandled a move. Based on .60 cents per # insurance, I agreed to a $400 settlement via a State of Texas mediator/attorney on May 10, 2007. These.

Another Question for Attorneys?
Now I know it is something you don’t like to hear.you know people talk bad about other attorneys let alone yourself talk bad but I have a question about an attorney. If someone pays you $30,000 to defend them on a Criminal case and you have a month and a week to prepare.what are you.

Any remedy for taking horrible advise to settle equal pay suit from attorney who got lazy? I was reluctant?
I had a strong equal pay suit against a hospital that fired me days after asking for money equal to the men in my department. A few weeks ago my attorney seemed to become tired of working on my case.

Any suggestions on a good lawyer for custody issues in Maryland?
An excellent attorney for custody issues is Thomas A. Pavlinic, The Conte Building, 116 Defense Highway, Suite 502, Annapolis, Maryland 21401-7063 410-974-6560 (phone) 410-266-9710 (fax) – well it depends where you live in maryland but i have found that most lawyers suck. but if he is still.

Anyone know any good attorneys in the Southern Illinois area?
I need an attorney, and I need one now. I need an attorney for medical malpractice. I went to the same OBGYN for months, and I keppt telling him something was wrong, and I told him that I was having problems urinating, and he tested my urine and told.

Are they watching now?
To make a long story short, my hubby rec’d and injury at work that resulted in spinal fusion. He has an attorney , has been to a depostioin, has a mediation with the state workers comp rep and the lawyers involved next month ( this has been going on for 18 months now) His lawyer.

Attorney files?
When you get a new attorney, the old attorney normally gives the new attorney the case files that he has. Since I am doing stuff Pro Se at the moment, can I request these files from our old attorney as I am doing this Pro Se right now? He can charge you for any unpaid fees and.

Attorney for self?
I have a legal issue that i am concerned about and would like to be my own attorney. How do I go about suing others and reperesenting my self in a case that I kow I can win. What major steps do I need to take in order to take this person to court for damage.

Attorney in north eastern mass?
I need help finding an attorney, I’ve been rejected by one already and stuck in this rut and i need help. I got into a car accident and was blamed because I made the left hand turn. The police report is incorrect, me nor my witness were ever asked for our statement. I had.

Attorney taking too long?
My paperwork to become Executor of a will is currently being processed in a Michigan county court. I hired my attorney in Feb. and it is now May and I still haven’t been appointed yet, therefore, the Estate bills still keep building up. Is 3 months the normal amount of time it takes to become.

Been on probation,does it give the police the right to stop you any time they feel like it and search you.?
Is it legal to be search,more than twices a day,on informal probation. no, call the judge’s secretary and if that doesn’t help, call the STATE’S ATTORNEY’S OFFICE and REPORT this MIS-CONDUCT — IMMEDIATELY ! Also call an attorney.

Breach of Retainer??
My attorney withdraws after nearly three years of handling my lawsuit during the final Summary Judgment Motion (and the reason he gave was irreconc. differences), and I had to hire a new attorney to write the answer, and the new attorney charged me $7,500.00, plus 33.3 percent of settlement, and I did settle (for a really.

Can a default judgment awarded for assault & battery be dismissed if the individual files for bankruptcy?
On Monday, I believe I will be awarded a default judgment against an individual for assault and battery. Can this judgment be dismissed if the individual files for bankruptcy? My mother’s attorney said that a judgment for an assault and battery case.

Can a notary accept a faxed copy of a POA to witness signatures? (Rhode Island)?
I am visiting family out of state and the paperwork for the sale of our house has come quicker than expected. My husband is in Rhode Island, and I am in Maryland. I would like to get a power of attorney so that he.

Can a power of attorney sign their name on checks or do they sign that persons name on that persons checks?
Make sure Bank has a copy of the POA, prior to writing checks. – sign their own names – Sign your own name, and most places you would put under it POA Jane Doe. Call the bank.

Can a state appointed Attorney represent his clients fairly if.?
Someone has a case against the state and can not afford an Attorney and then is appointed a state paid attorney. the first 3 answers here are B.S. no a court appointed lawyer will not represent you at his best unless in some isolated cases as the calif, lawyer.

Can an attorney partner with anyone who is NOT an attorney?
My father is looking to partner with a woman. She is an attorney and he is not. He would be setting up the business / investing and she would be the main attorney for the company. They would both be equal partners and have people working under her..

Can anyone recommend a good dui attorney for a resonable fee for 1st time offender in bay area, california?
looking for a good dui attorney in Bay Area, California..alameda county for a resonable flat rate fee between 1-3000k for 1st time offender. I would do a search on Targetlaw. Since its a first offense you should be able to.

Can employers legally verify a doctor’s excuse?
Wouldn’t that be violating hipaa laws? Yes, they can verify. – nope not at all i am an attorney and can tell u first hand its ok – no. i am an attorney and they can’t – Yes they can! All they have to do is call the doctor and ask about.

Can I act as my own attorney in my daughter’s guardianship case?
MY PARENTS WERE GRANTED GUARDIANSHIP OF MY DAUGHTER BACK IN 2000. MY 14 YR OLD DAUGHTER HAS BEEN LIVING WITH ME FOR THE PAST YEAR. I CANNOT AFFORD AN ATTORNEY. WHAT CAN I DO MYSELF TO REVERSE THIS GUARDIANSHIP? CAN MY PARENTS SIMPLY SIGN SOMETHING RELIEVING THEM.

Can I ask the court to lift a restraining order they put on my fiance?
6 months after an arguement between my daughter, myself and my boyfriend. The prosecuting attorney sent us a court date . The state decided to press charges on him. He has not been home nor talked to me since the morning he went to.

Can I be power of attorney if I am sole beneficiary in the will?
My father has been very ill, I am an only child and he wants me to be his power of attorney if things get worse for him. I understand his wishes but he has told me that I am the sole benificary in his will..

Can I call the attorney for followup?
I need your advice. I sent a demand letter to my attorney last week. I have not heard from him. He has until this Friday to respond back. Should I call him to see if he got the letter and if they going to reply back by Friday? Or shall I wait.

Can I file court papers and represent my self without my attorney?
Sure. Are you going to small claims, or is it a criminal matter? I wouldn’t risk a jail sentence. – yes, but it would be stupid – You can, but if you have to ask that question then I’d suggest hiring an attorney – Yes, but.

Can I stop payment on a check I wrote my attorney when he appeared by telephone and was drunk?
Honor the check and if you have PROOF then take him to small claims court to recover. You can also notify the Bar Association of your claim for substandard representation. But the key element is PROOF. And the burden.

Can I sue my ex-wife for her attorney fees that i paid and mental stress damages amongst other things she did?
I left my wife after 10 years of being cheated on and lied to and mentally abused, I got completely raped in court. She got a bogus restraining order and I lost contact with my kids for 5.

Can Ruth be heard ululating in courtrooms when cases don’t go her way?
Or does she just rant at the judge and go ‘pffft’ when rulings go against her in her role as a criminal defense attorney N/K/A divorce attorney N/K/A handler of big media cases? I’m sure this style really helps to further discourse and discussion, just as.

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Many people, in today’s economy, find that they are falling beneath a mountain of debt. The reasons are many and some are through no fault of their own yet the outcome is the same. Debt continues to accumulate and possessions become threatened when the debtor is no longer able to pay the bills.

Accidents, unforeseen job layoffs and natural catastrophes can destroy a person’s home, automobile and their job. As more people find themselves becoming unable to pay their debts, they are forced to undergo bankruptcy.

Unfortunately there are many myths involving the whole bankruptcy process but in this article many of the more common questions will be answered. Hopefully you will find the information and help you are searching for and so desperately need.

What types of bankruptcy are there?

There are four types of bankruptcy within the United States judicial system. Chapters 7, 11, 12 and 13, with each chapter covered under different guidelines and laws. The general breakdown of each chapter is all dependent upon the particular situation of the debtor.

Businesses typically file Chapter 11 whereas farm owners will file for Chapter 12. Under Chapters 11, 12 and 13 the debtor agrees to a plan where he or she will repay a portion of the debts back to the creditor. Chapter 7 is a complete liquidation and any assets obtained through secured debts are repossessed and sold. The remainder of the debt is discharged.

Is my home going to be foreclosed and sold?

When a person takes out a mortgage on a home it is considered a secured debt. That means if you cannot make the payments the bank can seize the property and then sell it. If you own your home without any mortgage, it is considered an asset and can also be seized by the courts as a way to repay part of your debts to your collectors.

Homes are most often the first thing sold as they are generally worth more and can repay more of the debt that is owed. There are ways to protect your home from being foreclosed but you have to seek the advice of an experienced bankruptcy attorney for help.

How long will my bankruptcy be on my credit report?

Bankruptcy can remain on your credit report for up to ten years from the date of filing. Once the bankruptcy has been discharged all of the reported debts will show as zero. It will have an impact on your credit score but not nearly as bad as it was before.

This is a golden opportunity to learn from your mistakes and learn how to manage your debts better. You will eventually be out from under the looming bankruptcy but staying out of trouble is an entirely different story. Many people do not learn from their bankruptcy mistakes and find themselves in the same situation repeatedly.

How do I deal with credit collectors?

Well… unfortunately ignoring credit collectors is not an option. Credit collectors can employ sneaky, underhanded methods of trying to collect their debts. They get paid when you pay your debt. If you have begun the process of filing for bankruptcy and have met with your attorney, any calls or letters you receive from a collection agency need to be directed to your attorney.

Once the bankruptcy process has been filed, debt collectors are not allowed to continue their threatening tactics. If they continue to do so you will need to file suit against them. New debt collection laws are in your favor if you are filing for bankruptcy. The laws do not apply if you are only considering the process.

Can a bankruptcy affect my job or future employment?

An employer cannot deny you a job based on the fact that you filed for bankruptcy. Many employers are now using credit scores and reports to make a decision on whether or not to hire a certain employee. Is this fair?

No, it is not but employers do have a say when setting forth their hiring criteria. If you feel that you have been denied a job based on your credit score or history of bankruptcy, you can file a complaint with the Labor board of your state.

Question about cash bonds? Really need information.?
My cousin is locked up again. The last time she was locked up I posted the $650 cash bond for her. She didn’t go to her court date so a warrant was issued. That’s why she’s locked up now. Her attorney calls me today to ask if I will release the cash.

Right of surviviorship?
my uncle is power of attorney for my grandmother. my name was placed on here deed to her home as co owner with right of survivorship. it has been on there for three years and now he wants to put some other names on the house. the names that he wants to put on there are.

Settle in a divorce??rather than go to court??
Hubby and i are divorcing it is messy. My husband wants to sell everything?I want to keep our home but my attorney thinks it will be easier for all parties involved if we just sell the house that we bought for 389 grand now worth about 415 grand.Hubby also wants to.

Sexual harrsement?
I am seeking a sexual harrasement lawsuit . I have an attorney who has said it is a winnable case. but I m not happy with how he is handling my case it is often hard to contact him and he acts to busy to respond to my concerns plus he is not that close to where.

Should a judge state his personal feelings during a sentencing or remain unbiased?
recently while in court with a friend, the judge stated that a crime that he was sentencing at the time was a pet peeve of his.I’ve always thought that a judge was suppose to be unbiased.The man’s attorney didn’t seem bothered by this, so I was.

Should I appeal my probation violation or just do the time?
I recieved a probation violation for signing someone’s AA slips who wasn’t going to AA. Dumb thing to do, but not illegal. They gave me a probation violation for ‘bad behavior’ and each attorney I talked to said to fight it. ‘Bad behavior’ in all states with the.

Should I use a court appointed attorny to represent my son in a criminal case?
I have been trying to contact this court appointed attorney that is assigned to my son’s criminal case. It has been 3 days and he has not returned any of my calls. Should I hire an attorney to take over the case? How much.

Should I use a paralegal service or an attorney to file a simple chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is document intensive. You can do it yourself, but go to bankruptcy court and get a petition and review it. See if you understand it. If you don’t, come back with more specific questions and we’ll try to help. It’s hard.

Should pharmacists be allowed to refuse filling prescriptions for reasons of conscience?
If a patient has gone to a doctor and received a prescription for medication, should a pharmacist be permitted to say ‘I’m not going to do it’ and deny the patient medication? I say no.fill the order or get another job. If I’m an attorney and I.

Should the attorney general be fired for his poor job performance?
or should george bush, ONE MORE TIME, GET HIS WAY? Have you noticed that W reaffirms his faith in his appointees just before he asks them to resign? (Rummy, Brownie, Ari, Snowy, etc.) I’ve been expecting the AG to turn in his letter of resignation any time now..

Statue of limitations for Personal Injury, an attorney filed a complaint for me in my county?
which is in Southern California on my behalf back in 2003 for personal injury against the City County and Sheriffs Department of that county. The reason was due to an injury I sustained while being arrested, my hand became numb due to a.

Stop mother in law from getting visitation?
I live in logan county Ohio, My ex mother in law is trying to get visitation to my son. however she is an alcoholic and is addicted to pain medication how can I stop her from enforceing grandparents rights in Ohio? Consult an attorney..in many states grandparents don’t have automatic visitation and.

Sueing someone for abuse and harassment?
My ex boyfriend has dragged me through the dirt for the past 8 months. He claimed we were common law married and we weren’t. I had a crappy attorney at the beginning and had them recused and now i have a really great attorney. I haven’t talked to my attorney yet about my.

Suicide or lawyer?
i seriously need an attorney for a brain injury that is causing me some legal troubles in my eveyday life.i live in michigan right on the border of wisconsin.i am having legal trouble in wisconsin and michigan.legal trouble meaning,contempt of court,bill collectors,missing important appointments.i have no sences of time or planning.and many other medical issues from.

Suppose you’re an attorney. In a case you’re presenting to a federal court, you argue that the person you’re d
suppose you going to jail – I think you’re missing something out. – Suppose I’m not an attorney. – Suppose you were smart and actually finished your question so we’d know WTF you’re talking about? There’s a novelty,.

The Power of Attorney?
Is there any way that an individual can have the power of attorney without filling out the proper forms when in fact one of their parent are not mentally stable? (for example: a father is dying of cancer, and is near his death, he wants to die at home and does not want to go.

Their is a policeman in our area and a few of this community?
police officers who are upsettting alot of famiies, a social worker said he is a glory seeker and that i should get together with other families to do something about this, we are but who do we make the complaints too The district attorney, a lawyer,.

This is a question I would like for an attorney to answer or someone that knows a lot about law.?
My husband was charged for a small amount of weed that was found in our house – I think it was either an old room mates or maybe it was ours from years ago. (cops searched our home after.

To find the ‘bottom line’ of what the outcome of the case was, where must the attorney look?
An attorney is looking for a precedent that she can cite when filing a motion with the court. To find the ‘bottom line’ of what the outcome of the case was, where must the attorney look? A. The holding B..

Today a lawyer told me she could not represent me what are all reasons why she could not?
Is she representing the other party or could it have been that she spoke with the other party and one or the other decided not to use that attorney or not to represent? Also, please if she is representing him since.

Unpaid child support?
hi. i need direction from someone who has been down this road or advice from any legal stand. i have a court order for child support. have recieved nothing since dec. 2006. get the run around from attorney general about what will take place next. their father is in a rehab for a program that last.

Was a Virginia University massacre avoided by gun toting students?
Had you heard this in the MSM? I had never heard of this one before. Why is that? On Jan. 16, 2002, Peter Odighizuwa, a 43-year-old student from Nigeria, walked into the Appalachian School of Law offices of Dean Anthony Sutin, 42, a former acting assistant U.S. attorney, and.

Web site address with listsof attorneys admitted to practice before united states patent & trademark office?
Any attorney can handle USPTO matters. However, patents are a particularly technical area of the law, and you’d do well to seek out someone with specialized knowledge if you’re working in that area. – I happen to have an immediate family member.

Do you feel more intelligent than your attorney ?
I AM an attorney, and take it from me, you could well be. The biggest complaint with attorneys is neglect – they take on too much work because they are greedy, and don’t pay enough attention. I try never to do that. Even though my partners pressure me to..

Do you still have power of attorney over a parent who has moved to another state?
Seeking information on what can be done and how.My parent is in need of my help but is living in a bad situation.I am in Va,she in NC and is elderly and disabled and has no place to live.I too am disabled and.

What are some Ethical Issues worth writing about?
I really need some advice, Thanks alot While in college I wrote a paper on a very controversial issue: euthanasia where I took the pro side. With the fairly recent Terry Schivo case, you could probably find lots of information on. Good Luck! – Why must an attorney report to the.

What are steps to filing suit ? Who buys stamp?
A legal suit is to be filed. Advocate is talking about buying a stamp. First he said he will buy, so I send him money. Now he say I or my power of attorney should buy it. I travel with my job so have to make time for all.

What are the steps to being a Real Estate lawyer or attorney?
It’s not so difficult. First you complete your B.A. or B.S. Then you go to law school. It helps if you take some courses in law school that focus on real estate, for example: Real Estate Transactions, Land Use, Real Estate Litigation. Do your best in.

What can a judge do in response to an objection by a lawyer?
a judge can do two things in response to an objection by a lawyer? could anyone tell me what they are? A judge will either sustain or overrule an objection. In some cases, the attorney who is overruled may request that the record note that he.

What can I do about a rude bankruptcy attorney who has made a couple of mistakes?
My husband and I have filed for ch. 13 bankruptcy in Texas. The attorney that he selected tends to range from nice to rude, especially when we don’t understand an issue. He tends to be a bit pompous when he responds to us..

What can I do if I want power of attorney over my parents but they will not consent?
Is declaring them incompetant the only possible answer? unfortunately yes.until they are proved to not beable to handle their own affiars they decide who holds a power of attorney for them. – Yes. – Pretty much. Good luck with that. If.

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There are many consumers who are aware of their legal option to use bankruptcy as a means of eliminating their debts. However, majority of them are uncertain of the costs involved on how to declare bankruptcy. This is because there is confusion about the different ways to do it. To many, they thought there is only one way of doing it. In this article, I will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about filing consumer bankruptcy.

Q: What is the easiest method to file bankruptcy?

A: Hiring a bankruptcy lawyer is the most convenient way to file bankruptcy. The lawyer will handle all the intricacies and complexities of the bankruptcy procedure. Whether you are planning to file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13, a good lawyer can guide you to the proper course of action. Unfortunately, this method is also the most expensive. You need to be able to screen legal professionals to your advantage if you want to get the best deal. Most attorneys these days offer a free initial consultation that you can take advantage of.

Q: I’m short on money, is there a fixed cost solution?

A: If you are planning to file Chapter 7 then you are in luck! Bankruptcy preparation services will be happy to take your case. What they will do is to ask you to complete an ‘intake form.’ They will evaluate and prepare the bankruptcy petition for you. Some of the service providers have full-time lawyers to evaluate your case while others don’t have any legal professionals at all. After getting the paperwork done, you are the one to represent yourself in the bankruptcy court. This makes half of the solution a do-it-yourself. Always consult your local bankruptcy court to confirm that your state allows for such services to prepare your documents.

Q: I can’t afford a lawyer, is there a cheaper solution?

A: The new bankruptcy law doesn’t require you to hire a lawyer. You can file bankruptcy yourself as long as you can show ‘due diligence’ to the court. This method of personal bankruptcy filing is called ‘pro se’ or self-help method. There’s a great deal of learning curve in educating yourself with the latest procedures in bankruptcy laws. You can make this difficult task easier by buying an up-to-date bankruptcy book. You can also use a bankruptcy kit with completed samples as your guide. It’s important to make sure that you are using the latest version of any bankruptcy software that you are planning to buy. From time to time the Federal Bankruptcy Court updates the official forms.

You may be considering bankruptcy as a way to solve your debt problems. This is certainly an option that you should consider if you’re facing an overwhelming amount of debt and don’t see any other way out. Of course, you should speak to a lawyer and not rush into things prematurely. However, if you decide to go this route, you may be wondering how much does it cost to declare bankruptcy.

You have to pay the court a fee of $274 when filing chapter seven bankruptcy, while the fee for chapter 13 bankruptcy is $189. Chapter seven bankruptcy, by the way, is what most people are looking for since it aims to wipe out your debts completely. Chapter 13 bankruptcy, on the other hand, establishes a repayment plan for you to pay off your debts over time.

At first glance, this doesn’t seem like a very large amount to pay in order to get a fresh start financially. Of course, if you’re looking to declare personal bankruptcy, then any expense is going to be significant for you. Still, the above fees are not outrageous considering what you’re getting in return, which is a second chance in your financial life.

When it comes to paying for your bankruptcy proceedings, the problem may not lie so much with the court fees. After all, the main fees you’ll have to worry about are your lawyer fees. As we all know, legal fees can be expensive, and the recent changes in the bankruptcy code have made things more complex. This may mean more work for your attorneys, which can translate into a higher cost for you.

This may be discouraging for you, and you may think that you will not be able to pay for the bankruptcy process. At this point you might be wondering how to get out of credit card debt (or other kinds of debt for that matter) through some other means. However, if you and your lawyer have decided the bankruptcy is the best option for you, you shouldn’t despair over the cost.

The first thing you should remember is that filing for bankruptcy will automatically put your debts on hold, and your creditors will not be able to contact you until your case is finalized. If you were successful in wiping out your debts, you won’t have to worry about these anymore. Getting rid of these other debts should clear up enough funds for you to pay your lawyer fees (especially if you work out a payment plan with your attorney).

Don’t let the fear of your debt take over your life. Get the facts about bankruptcy and learn how to get control of your debt. To learn more about the how much does it cost to declare bankruptcy visit us at http://personalbankruptcyquestions.org