Building off of the landlord theme from today...I
posted about this 5 0r so months ago. We assembled our paperwork, took advantage of some pro bono consultations, and then filed in small claims. But they were unable to serve her and last week I discovered that she's libeled us on the website www.terriblerenters.com. We're seeking an experienced counsel, but in the meantime need help thinking this through.
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posted by SpicyMustard
on Mar 19, 2013 -
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I am looking for some memorandum of law wherein attorney fees were awarded in a subsequent motion for costs that were incurred in a previous motion that was (involuntarily) withdrawn. Has this ever happened?
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posted by doomtop
on Feb 7, 2013 -
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Please help me understand this court case (if it is one). I have made some attempts to try and find help with the California court noted here but I've been told "that's not us" and am a little embarrassed with my attempts to chase this down. I've also emailed the attorneys and other people involved but they are not responding perhaps due to the controversial nature of the case.
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posted by uhom
on Feb 20, 2012 -
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My fiance hit me today. I called the police and he's in jail. What am I supposed to do now?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 19, 2012 -
58 answers
How can I locate sources for statistics on the outcomes of Canadian criminal court cases, that include such data as type of defence counsel (ie Legal Aid, from large firm, high profile, new in field, or preferably cost of counsel), amount of time before trial, income/profession of defendant, sentence given, and sentence actually carried out?
Does such data even exist?
I'm only asking out of curiosity, not for any professional or education project.
posted by rupeh
on Jan 11, 2012 -
7 answers
How seriously do UK county courts take false statements made in writing by defendants?
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posted by london302
on Jan 7, 2012 -
9 answers
I'm looking for information and resources regarding
legal solidarity and court solidarity with an eye towards its practical application, specifically how it has been used so far by Occupy protesters and how it has been used successfully by other groups.
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posted by andoatnp
on Dec 14, 2011 -
10 answers
How do I petition the court to become my little brother's legal guardian in New Jersey? A little background: My mother has a terminal disease, which may also cause her to be mentally incapacitated at some point (thanks in advance for the condolences). My little brother is 15 and lives at home with my mom. My mom has made it clear to myself and people around her that she wants me to become his guardian after she dies. But, I have had little luck figuring out the actual legal process for initiating the process.
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posted by runcibleshaw
on Oct 24, 2011 -
17 answers
What documentation should I bring to a court hearing for a "Motion to Modify" (child support)?
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 31, 2010 -
5 answers
What are some major developments that have taken place in Morocco's legal system in the past year?
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posted by ninotchka
on Nov 22, 2010 -
2 answers
Is it legal or ethical for a civil lawyer in California to take a client they have previously opposed in court?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2010 -
7 answers
Should a plaintiff provide copies of her smalls claims court lawsuit papers to the insurance company of the party she is suing?
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posted by longsleeves
on Mar 27, 2010 -
12 answers
I am confused as to the use of the word "allegedly" and why it is used outside of a strictly legal sense (in the media for example)? For instance, with this most recent shooting in Texas, there are obviously dozens of eye witnesses, only one suspect under consideration, no one is going to argue in court that someone else did it, so why on the news are the anchors still saying Mr. Hasan "allegedly" shot these people? It just seems weird...
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posted by the foreground
on Nov 10, 2009 -
38 answers
Where can I find out more about the investigation techniques used by private investigators?
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posted by reenum
on Jan 19, 2009 -
9 answers
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?
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posted by kraigory
on Jul 21, 2008 -
37 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?
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posted by Shane
on Jul 17, 2008 -
26 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?
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posted by anonymous
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?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 10, 2008 -
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How shall I record my best recollection of an incident I witnessed that will very likely be the subject of litigation or criminal proceeding?
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posted by jet_silver
on Dec 3, 2007 -
23 answers
LegalFilter: Need some direction in regards to a miscommunication which can affect a cases outcome...
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posted by Izzmeister
on Oct 25, 2006 -
4 answers
Where can I find info on how long it would take to pursue various issues in court?
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posted by who else
on Sep 5, 2006 -
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A friend’s car sat parked legally* on the street outside our house for approx 6 months. It was towed last week for being “parked on the grass” and for not “possessing a valid parking permit.” While there may have been other valid reasons for it to get towed, it was certainly not parked on the grass, nor did it need a permit to be parked there. The towing company denies wrongdoing (obviously) is doing everything possible to avoid responsibility. [MI]
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posted by fourstar
on Jan 31, 2005 -
23 answers
What is the significance of the word "bar" in the American Bar Association? What does "bar" have to do with the law?
posted by rorycberger
on Jul 12, 2004 -
5 answers
