I got a speeding ticket, but there was a car next to me that was speeding, while I was not. What is the likelihood that I can argue this in court? [more inside]
posted on Jul 21, 2008 - 35 answers

How to find an appeals lawyer who will want to take a (probable win) appeal to the US Supreme Court? Like, do they, um, hang out on the 'Net somewhere? [more inside]
posted on Jul 17, 2008 - 26 answers

How collect damages award after winning court case? [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2008 - 6 answers

Chronic pain patient took to writing own prescriptions. This is frowned upon. Now, the poor woman Or should one spend 10K to an attorney to have the record expunged when otherwise, a criminal record isn't important to other areas of life? [more inside]
posted on Jun 28, 2008 - 24 answers

I'm in a financial pickle due to a bad choice of roommates two years ago. What are my options? [more inside]
posted on Jun 10, 2008 - 6 answers

Do all misdemeanor cases get to bypass the grand jury? Is there such a thing as a federal misdemeanor? I know FEDERAL capital offenses must go before a grand jury and each STATE handles this differently, ie NY both sides and a judge, no grand jury. But I am confused on this process...help, test tommorrow!!
posted on Apr 16, 2008 - 5 answers

I'm a freelance writer and I am trying to find instances related to the letter of inquiry below I sent to a Virginia magazine. This is a real-life situation of an acquaintence in the state of Utah. I'm looking for contacts, primary sources and attributable anecdotes. I've left calls with appropriate offices and have received no response. Meanwhile, my deadline is looming. Any help would be appreciated. [more inside]
posted on Apr 2, 2008 - 7 answers

A small construction company did work for a customer. Customer refuses to pay citing not 100% happy. Company disagrees greatly and believes job was well done and customer is being very unreasonable. Company has detailed photographs, a signed contract and wants to go to small claims court to resolve matter. How do we word the answer to the following question? The plaintiff claims you owe $XXXX For the following reasons: How would the hive mind word this? Thanks.
posted on Mar 24, 2008 - 11 answers

Hidden among various other breathtakingly evil clauses, part 13 of the Comcast Agreement for Residential Services says that if the customer doesn't opt out within 30 days of receiving the dense legalese, he gives up the right to sue Comcast in a public court. But (in clause 15g), Comcast maintains the right to sue the user any time they like. Is this stuff enforceable? YMOMNBAL
posted on Mar 11, 2008 - 14 answers

Can you help Amish looking for a lawyer? [more inside]
posted on Jan 11, 2008 - 14 answers

How shall I record my best recollection of an incident I witnessed that will very likely be the subject of litigation or criminal proceeding? [more inside]
posted on Dec 3, 2007 - 23 answers

Is my white rapper little brother being discriminated against in municipal court? [more inside]
posted on Nov 29, 2007 - 27 answers

The tenants that I had in my house in London trashed the place and ran out on me leaving me seriously out of pocket. I'm in New York and poor. Anyone had any experience of chasing these things through the courts from another country? [more inside]
posted on Nov 4, 2007 - 22 answers

How can I find, online, a decision rendered recently by my county court. [more inside]
posted on Oct 11, 2007 - 11 answers

"Real" court case TV shows: what's in it for the parties involved, and the legal system in general? [more inside]
posted on Sep 10, 2007 - 14 answers

Is California Small Claims Court an appropriate venue to force a computer manufacturer to honor a refund? [more inside]
posted on Aug 13, 2007 - 7 answers

What should i plead in traffic court? [more inside]
posted on Aug 10, 2007 - 10 answers

My friend has been accused of rape, which I think is absurd. Need legal advice for him (especially from anyone familiar with the U.S. military court system) and emotional advice for me. [more inside]
posted on Jul 25, 2007 - 30 answers

Why is the presidential administration working so persistently to bequeath extra powers to their likely Democrat successors? [more inside]
posted on Jul 5, 2007 - 31 answers

A shady business, a surprise firing, thousands of dollars up in the air. What have I gotten myself into? [more inside]
posted on Jun 25, 2007 - 17 answers

What shall I do to bring my dentist to a small court for his negligence, and for how much? [more inside]
posted on Jun 21, 2007 - 17 answers

North Chicago suburbs speeding ticket with a CA drivers license. To plead guilty or not? [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2007 - 14 answers

Should I sue or should I just eat it? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2007 - 8 answers

How do I get records of a trial from 43 years ago? [more inside]
posted on Apr 16, 2007 - 10 answers

How do I get access to Lexis Nexis / Quicklaw for a one-shot search? [more inside]
posted on Apr 11, 2007 - 13 answers

Generally in most states, especially Oregon, if one person claims another has "personal property," do the police deal with this in an immediate sense or is this a case for small claims? [more inside]
posted on Mar 20, 2007 - 11 answers

TrafficTicketFilter: I was in a minor accident where I rear-ended someone because traffic stopped suddenly and I was unable to stop in time. Do I really need a lawyer for the court date regarding my ticket? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2007 - 13 answers

Mass. SecurityDepositSmallClaimsFilter: Buddy's ex-roommate withholding security deposit for no good reason, what should he do? [more inside]
posted on Feb 1, 2007 - 5 answers

Medical malpractice suits: What actually happens to an MD when they're sued? In terms of disciplinary actions against the MD, is there a difference between being found liable in civil court versus a settlement? [more inside]
posted on Jan 19, 2007 - 15 answers

Do private law firms employ subject matter experts or evidence technicians? [more inside]
posted on Jan 16, 2007 - 10 answers

How do I dress for court? I'll be a factual witness against the defendent, and may or may not be asked to answer questions, dependent on how everything goes - if I testify, my input is extremely important to the case. It's important that I appear (in both manner & dress) as respectful, calm, matter-of-fact (casually confident), honest, ladylike, etc. I am all those things, but... [more inside]
posted on Dec 11, 2006 - 22 answers

Wii Sports: Tennis-- How do I aim the ball accurately?! [more inside]
posted on Nov 20, 2006 - 9 answers

How long should I expect to wait in line to see the Supreme Court in session? [more inside]
posted on Nov 8, 2006 - 7 answers

LegalFilter: Need some direction in regards to a miscommunication which can affect a cases outcome... [more inside]
posted on Oct 25, 2006 - 4 answers

I just recieved a summons to appear for jury duty in Williamson County, TX, at the end of this month. I've read a lot of the first page of google results for "jury duty", but I am hoping that my favorite (ask)mefites can give me a more personal view of their experiences with jury duty. [more inside]
posted on Oct 18, 2006 - 25 answers

I might have to go to court for a parking violation, and, for several reasons, I'm not sure what to do. [more inside]
posted on Oct 12, 2006 - 8 answers

Somewhat of a follow-up to a previous question about my grandfather, I have some vague questions about law enforcement and the mental health system in 1950s America. [more inside]
posted on Sep 26, 2006 - 12 answers

If a person is accused of a crime, and committed said crime but is confident that there is little or no evidence and plans to plead not guilty, do they tell their counsel that they did it? [more inside]
posted on Sep 15, 2006 - 27 answers

Where can I find info on how long it would take to pursue various issues in court? [more inside]
posted on Sep 5, 2006 - 5 answers

How much trouble can I get into for lying on a financial affidavit? It's for divorce court - and it's not what you think! [more inside]
posted on Aug 16, 2006 - 16 answers

Help me find somewhere to buy a really great every-day shoe like you helped find me a running shoe shop! [more inside]
posted on Jun 20, 2006 - 1 answers

My understanding is that to sue in NYC Small Claims Court, the defendant must live, work, or conduct business within NYC. If the defendant does not live, work, or conduct business within NYC--though the claimant does--what's the proper court for a Small Claims Court type of lawsuit? And this might solve it, too: If the defendant bought something from a store in NYC, is that conducting business?
posted on Jun 15, 2006 - 9 answers

Will appearing in court for a driving ticket help me any? [more inside]
posted on Jun 11, 2006 - 24 answers

What were the court costs in Jarndyce? (Spoilers inside if you aren't familiar with Bleak House.) [more inside]
posted on May 29, 2006 - 2 answers

Help me get through my brother's divorce. [more inside]
posted on May 23, 2006 - 23 answers

how does the US supreme court decide which cases it will hear and others it will not hear? it all seems rather arbitrary.
posted on Apr 30, 2006 - 16 answers

My wife showed up to traffic court to take her lumps, but the clerks were mass-dismissing cases without even letting people in to see the judges. What gives? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2006 - 12 answers

Where can I find California court records by case number or name search? I'm especially interested in Orange County and Contra Costa counties. I've searched online but can't seem to find a state based online site to look all this up.
posted on Apr 16, 2006 - 6 answers

I caused a very small car accident last month (no damage to the other car). I was required to report in court. Rather than just paying a fine, because I'm under 21 they are requiring me to go through this program called Teens Learning Control. It consists of lots of 4 hour seminars, 1 test, and 8 hours of community service. I'm 19, a full time college student, and also working full-time as a web designer in a design firm. I have no time to do any of this and the whole situations is ridiculous. I'm not asking to completely get off scott free. Why can't I just pay a fine. What are my options? Any Advice? I have to report back to court on march 30th with the program completed.
posted on Feb 27, 2006 - 55 answers

I received a mailed notice for when to appear in court to challenge a traffic ticket. I have subsequently lost that notice. I'm in Toronto, Ontario. How can I find out when I'm supposed to appear in court? [more inside]
posted on Feb 27, 2006 - 1 answers