Ontario speeding ticket advice: How can I best plead my case tomorrow to the JP?
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posted by liquado
on Nov 17, 2008 -
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This question always comes up with my husband and I when watching Boston Legal. How does the jury decide how much to reward in damages?
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posted by Becko
on Sep 28, 2008 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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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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 by madmamasmith
on Apr 16, 2008 -
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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.
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posted by CollectiveMind
on Apr 2, 2008 -
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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 by CFMartin
on Mar 24, 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 -
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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?
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posted by merocet
on Nov 4, 2007 -
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"Real" court case TV shows: what's in it for the parties involved, and the legal system in general?
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posted by Rykey
on Sep 10, 2007 -
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Is California Small Claims Court an appropriate venue to force a computer manufacturer to honor a refund?
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posted by Vaska
on Aug 13, 2007 -
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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.
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 25, 2007 -
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Why is the presidential administration working so persistently to bequeath extra powers to their likely Democrat successors?
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posted by jimmyjimjim
on Jul 5, 2007 -
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A shady business, a surprise firing, thousands of dollars up in the air. What have I gotten myself into?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 25, 2007 -
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What shall I do to bring my dentist to a small court for his negligence, and for how much?
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posted by dy
on Jun 21, 2007 -
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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?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 20, 2007 -
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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?
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posted by twiggy
on Feb 6, 2007 -
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Mass. SecurityDepositSmallClaimsFilter: Buddy's ex-roommate withholding security deposit for no good reason, what should he do?
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posted by Geckwoistmeinauto
on Feb 1, 2007 -
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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?
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posted by ultraultraboomerang
on Jan 19, 2007 -
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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...
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posted by LadyBonita
on Dec 11, 2006 -
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How long should I expect to wait in line to see the Supreme Court in session?
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posted by 0xFCAF
on Nov 8, 2006 -
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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 -
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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.
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posted by negative1
on Oct 18, 2006 -
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I might have to go to court for a parking violation, and, for several reasons, I'm not sure what to do.
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posted by Ash3000
on Oct 12, 2006 -
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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.
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posted by bondcliff
on Sep 26, 2006 -
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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?
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posted by Mayor Peace Love and Unity
on Sep 15, 2006 -
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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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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!
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posted by fr0zen
on Aug 16, 2006 -
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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 by whitebird
on Jun 15, 2006 -
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What were the court costs in Jarndyce? (Spoilers inside if you aren't familiar with
Bleak House.)
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posted by languagehat
on May 29, 2006 -
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how does the US supreme court decide which cases it will hear and others it will not hear? it all seems rather arbitrary.
posted by brandz
on Apr 30, 2006 -
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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?
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posted by mph
on Apr 19, 2006 -
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