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Infraction vs. MisdemeanorSun, 22 Aug 2004 08:07:00 GMT

Looking for some advice, I'm dealing with a legal case right now where my options are either to accept an infraction or misdemeanor regarding a petty theft case in California. I have no idea what is the better choice for me. I'm a professional and am concerned about how this could appear on my......

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defamation of character by person suing us?Tue, 02 Dec 2003 08:53:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? Michigan My significant other is being sued by a waste hauler for supposedly not paying the full balance due. Problem is the waste company has not provided us with clear concise invoices, has not contacted us to clear up the amount, and is suing for more than we......

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won`t pay upThu, 28 Dec 2006 15:51:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? pa. i own a small business and a customer ordered some perishable goods from me. i qouted him the price and he had me order them for him. he picked them up and called a few days later to get the total price that he owed, and said he would be in the following week......

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Was this ethical?Fri, 08 Aug 2003 19:49:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? Florida I had an attorney at a larger firm. Liked working with her. She had been my attorney for a while. I ended up having to sue some people to collect money on a business I sold them where she was the contract attorney. She is not a litigator, so she brought......

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How to pay offWed, 04 May 2005 21:11:00 GMT

Florida. A judgment was entered against me for a credit card debt. I'm judgment proof as am disabled and have only widow's benefits to live on. The judgment was for $6000, double what I owed! Rotten deal, mean judge. Now I want to pay off this debt in cash, as have found a way I could borrow......

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Attorney FeesSun, 02 Nov 2008 01:49:00 GMT

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Colorado A school teacher accused of a crime involving 1 or more students was arrested, then released on bail. Due to ovewhelming pressure by the School Board (Teachers father being a member.) and to avoid any further emberassment, though against......

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Tire Store Damaged WheelsFri, 09 Aug 2002 14:58:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? GA I bought some wheels (rims) for my car, and just recently got new tires for them. I went to the "unnamed" tire store to get the wheels off my tires so I could get them put on my new tires. Well, after taking the wheels off the tire and taking them......

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What can I sue for?Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:09:00 GMT

What is the name of your state (Florida)? Here is my situation: I am currently unemployed. I met my ex boyfriend in June. On Aug. 27th he asked me to move in with him. We discussed the fact that I was unemployed....we decided that I would take a part time job and go to school....I would get......

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Former renter not paying utility billsTue, 16 Jan 2001 19:33:00 GMT

Ok, here's the situation: I own a house. I make a house payment every month. I have 2 renters. We divide the bills into 3. One roomate moves out. He still owes money for the phone, electric and water bills from his last month there. We are trying to cover the bills, however, money is tight. I......

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LawyerTue, 29 May 2007 18:03:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? Missouri Dad needs to file contempt. Dad lives 2 states away from where jurisdiction of the case is (Missouri.) Dad contacted lawyer in JULY 2006, gave $500 up front. The lawyer immediately cashed the check, and has done NOTHING on Dad's case. After calling and......

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Do I have a case?Tue, 31 Jan 2006 15:14:00 GMT

Good evening... Last week my wife and our new puppy visited a neighbors home when he decided to check out thier cat (not agressive) the cat clawed the dogs eye causing a laceration to the conrnea and damaging the lense (called a full thickness laceration) this was diagnosed and referred to an......

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Motion to withdraw as a plaintiff?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:30:00 GMT

What happen when Plaintiff withdraws motion for summary judgment? ...

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Capital one judgmentThu, 01 May 2008 03:46:00 GMT

State of Georgia, Cap one has started judgment process against me. Here is the question: The name was wrong on the doc I was served with and the officer did not serve me directly. Do any these help me or matter. Do I show up?...

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Civil Case to extendTue, 09 Apr 2002 00:41:00 GMT

I have a trial set for Friday, 8:30 am. I am defendant and one of my key witnesses is out of town. Can this still be extended with the court?...

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representing myself nowWed, 15 Feb 2006 13:44:00 GMT

What is the name of your state? Texas-i had a divorce lawyer, but decided to quit using him. now my husbands lawyer says he can not send me any correspondence or anything until my lawyer writes to him and tells him he is no longer representing me. is this right? my lawyer is mad at me for......

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How much can a person sue for if they can prove back pay breech of contract wrongful termination emotional distress mental anguish lies false statements & illegal phone recordings?Sun, 03 Apr 2011 12:01:00 GMT

Can you sue for stress and mental anguish because of your boss? Can you also sue for pain and suffering in breech of contract? What is the statue of limitations for wrongful termination in miss? Can you file a lawsuit against someone for mental anguish? Can you sue a realtor for hardship and...

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loujanTue, 12 Aug 2008 10:22:00 GMT

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Colorado I recieved a phone call from a lawyer in New York for a veterinarians office. About one year ago my pet ferret died and my then boyfriend took her body to be cremated. I didn't ask where he took her or what he did. He just told me he took......

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Are tax deferred annuities exempt from civil judgment?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 02:37:00 GMT

Deferred Annuity exempt from civil suit? Annuities exempt from chapter 7? ...

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What happens when your falsely accused?Sun, 03 Apr 2011 12:32:00 GMT

What happens when you are falsely accused of owing money? ...

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California law cause of action intentional tort?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 03:02:00 GMT

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What is a complaint against a person?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 02:42:00 GMT

What person is the complaint against? ...

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What gives the US Supreme Court jurisdiction over the constitutionality of a state's action?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 08:55:00 GMT

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pain & sufferingThu, 19 Jul 2001 12:35:00 GMT

i was arrested for assult i won the case can i receive monatary compensation? north carolina...

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Is lawsuit one word or two?Sun, 03 Apr 2011 12:25:00 GMT

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How long is a judgment valid in Louisiana before it must be renewed?Sun, 03 Apr 2011 12:09:00 GMT

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How many justices including chief of justice are on the supreme court?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 10:07:00 GMT

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How long do you have to civil sue someone in SC?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 02:52:00 GMT

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Has the decisions made by the Supreme Court reflected broader or narrower protections?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:18:00 GMT

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How did the supreme court rule in the Pierce vs the society of sisters of the holy name?Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:08:00 GMT

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Can you sue the city for the damages made to your home from the US marshal's swat team?Sun, 03 Apr 2011 12:01:00 GMT

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