Complicated case-BIG NOTE: the chancellor who saw the case, had never seen it before and we had been fighting for 4 years through DHS. The NCP used every excuse to avoid paying (complained about not getting visitation one day, but then requested paternity another, said he needed to obtain legal... View More 
answered on May 9, 2018
It sounds like you need to get with an attorney ASAP, as it does sound fairly complicated.
I have been subpoenaed as a witness in an upcoming case against an individual in Biloxi, MS. Ironically, my husband and I had just returned from the police station where we signed a warrant on the same individual about 30 minutes prior to getting that days mail. Since the individual was... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2018
Unless the party issuing the subpoena notifies you otherwise, there is a good chance that it is just to appear and offer oral testimony on whatever the legal matter may be.
My fiance' complained of back pain for months and the prison doctors just gave him moltrin and suggested that he lose weight. After not receiving the accurate diagnosis or treatment, he is now in the prison hospital ward in a wheel chair and barely able to feel his feet. He states that the... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2018
Likely it won't be doable but for best read on it contact the Miss.Civil Liberties Union, ask for their prison rights group, ask them for the names and contact info for their "cooperating attoenys," most of who will give you a free consult.
answered on Mar 4, 2018
As to your first question, depending on what service you used, there may be a walk-through process for you to fill out that form. As to your second question, you will need to get an adult (perhaps a deputy or process server) to deliver the necessary documents to the defendant; however, because you... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2018
It depends on the facts of your case, and the reasons behind the search and taking the child away. You will likely need to consult with an attorney to gather more facts and determine whether you have a viable claim.
answered on Feb 19, 2018
It depends on the facts of your case, and what reasons that DHS and law enforcement may have had for conducting the search and taking the child. Likely you will need to consult with an attorney so that they can find out more about your case and determine whether you have a viable claim.
Why did the chancey cleark lady let a person sign this on me and the signer was no kin and also used a false last name so i spent 22 days in jail then 7 days in a mississippi hospital then the signer admitted that they had lied on me and they wont over turn this and remove it off my record plus... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2018
I'm assuming that your question goes to an involuntary commitment to the state hospital. Without more information regarding the circumstances of your pick-up, you will need to consult an attorney to see if anything can be done.
My husband agreed to a lump sum settlement of $50,000. ( we have no attorney) today at the works comp. Hearing with the Ms WC commission they put his case on hold. Later he received a call from WC commission saying the offer is way low and they see close to $117,000 and suggested we hire an... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2018
It depends on the facts of your case, such as the type of injury that your husband has. Your best bet would be to contact a worker's compensation attorney, who could then advise you as to the appropriate course of action.
In a wrongful death lawsuit for my brother, we have agreed on an amount and finished all things required by law. Everything will be completed on our court date in October. When we go to court will the judge or the executor decide upon the division?
Or is there a state law that requires the... View More
answered on Feb 11, 2018
In Mississippi, certain people may get first priority in terms of a settlement or award, depending on the facts of your case.
Both attorneys for each party verbally agreed to specifics in my custody modification, but when my attorney read it into the record she left out many details stating they would be in the paperwork. A month later those details were not included, my attorney made the corrections when I insisted I... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2017
Typical litigation case. You should consult with your lawyer to see what he wants to do. If you want a second opinion on a case or change your lawyers to better manage your case than don't hesitate to reach out for a free consultation with an attorney.
Is there a statue of limitations on this. Is there anything I can do? I wasn't living in MS in 2006. I was already in GA.
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answered on Aug 7, 2017
You may win the traffic case, but are facing a failure to appear for court. Contact a MS lawyer to get that case resolved, and then try to get your license reinstated. This also may require an attorney.
Hello...Does Mississippi State have an IIED law whereby a spouse is harassed and bullied to the breaking point of committing suicide? Intentional Emotional Distress. Can you please refer me to Case Law for wrongful death on this topic? Thank you for your help.
answered on Aug 6, 2017
It would be up to the DA to charge. Contact a womens law project in your state for case law if any.
DUI or any other roadblock/ traffic stop
answered on Oct 20, 2016
Noncompliance with what? The right to remain silent refers to testimony.
answered on Jan 12, 2011
Yes. Go to http://www.pacer.gov/ and register for an account. Access to court documents costs $0.08 per page.
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