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answered on May 23, 2011
Absent any language stating to the contrary, yes
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answered on May 23, 2011
To some extent, the answer depends on what the nature of the false statement is and how you have been damaged. Based on the limited information provided, I cannot be any more specific.
I just filed (Motion of contempt for parenting and visitation order)few days ago. How long is the response time? Im the petitioner, and the x-wifey violated the court order. Can she be punished if found at fault?
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answered on May 23, 2011
There is no response time. The matter will be set for a hearing if you requested a hearing date. She could be found in contempt of court and sanctioned. Exactly what the punishment will be is up to the judge.
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answered on May 21, 2011
The answer depends on what kind of case is being filed.
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answered on May 21, 2011
Your question is vague. Is the adultry related to her profession in some way?
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answered on May 21, 2011
That means the summons was not served.
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answered on May 21, 2011
Look in the legal classifieds for the largest paper in your county for such a summons and use it as a template to draft your own.
My son received papers from the DCS stating the charges of sexual misconduct with a minor were substantiated. The girl(14 years old) states they had sex, my son (19 years old) states they did not. Their evidence is based on the girls testimony alone according to the DCS documents we received. How... View More 
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answered on May 21, 2011
Sometimes, the charges that are asserted can have criminal implications.vvUsually, a family law lawyer or a criminal lawyer handles these kinds of cases.
Income does not permit to make any kind of payment to payoff the balance of the account. Balance approximatly $5000.00 and getting larger due to interst and late fees. At this time the account is in collectors hand and they demand full payment now.
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answered on May 21, 2011
If that is his only debt and he has no other assets, I would not file a bankruptcy.
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answered on May 21, 2011
It is a pleading filed in court and served upon a company that has an asset of the defendant or his employer. Its purpose is to confirm that the gartnishee defendant ( the person or company served)has money or an asset of the defendant that the plaintiff may be able to obtain in payment of the... View More
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answered on May 21, 2011
Why dont you ask that particular lawyer. It could be that he or she has experience defendingthat particular type of crime. It may not be that complex. There could be a number of different reasons.
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answered on May 21, 2011
That would depend on the practices of that Judge. I would play it safe and submit both to the judge,
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answered on May 21, 2011
There is no form. You are required to provide notice pursuant to the Indiana Relocation Statute. You may be able to hire an attorney for ths e sole purpose of drafting the appropriate document.
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answered on May 19, 2011
The purpose is to allow a person who does not have funds a nd qualifies acording to the guidelines to have a filing fee wiaved.
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answered on May 19, 2011
One possible way is a cease and desist letter from an attorney. If the negative information is not true, a libel suit is a possibility.
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answered on May 19, 2011
The answere would depend on the basis for the termination. For example if it was due to discrimination you would start with an EEOC complaint. If you are amember of a union, a grievance. Please pose additional information.
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answered on May 19, 2011
Generally, you have to be served in all legal matters. I am not sure if that is the case when there is a consent to judgment clause in an agreement. If there is such a clause, let me know and I will see try to proivide you with a further answer.
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answered on May 19, 2011
The amount paid is partially due to a diability rating as well as your prior earnings history.
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answered on May 17, 2011
You can file a wrongful death case against him, but he cannot be prosecuted in a criminal case. Remember O.J. Simpson was found not guilty at the criminal case, and found guilty in the civil suit brought sometime later.
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answered on May 17, 2011
Yes it is possible. the concept is known as constructive eviction.
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