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If another driver has falsely accused us of being active shooters can we Sue that driver?
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answered on Jun 7, 2023
You have to file a lawsuit and demand Discovery.
I am filing pro se, so would appreciate some help to put together this template for small claims/general sessions court.
answered on Jun 6, 2023
Tennessee has standard forms online for general sessions courts. You can get a Civil Summons (General Sessions) here:
https://www.tncourts.gov/administration/judicial-resources/forms-documents/court-forms
Me and my dad filed a house claim March 3,23 through insurance , we have been battling through terrible problems the whole time, Tennessee how a matching law on roofs , our insurance company refuses to abide by the match law we have been paid 9,000 for the inside and 3g for the roof . All damages... View More 
answered on Jun 13, 2023
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Filing a lawsuit is generally an option in most insurance claims (a local attorney must advise here after reading your policy - sometimes arbitration is listed as a forum).
The best way to answer your... View More
America under the pretext of marrying him and divorcing five months after her arrival, what is the difference in the law or legislation in this matter?
I’ve currently been staying at campsites I found land that’s 2500$ unrestricted I want to live in my tent on my (I’m buying)land but I have a judgment of 2985$ can they take my land what about an homestead exemption? I am on ssi my husband works for Uber and doordash and we have one... View More
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answered on May 25, 2023
TN's Homestead Exemption has been upgraded and is now worth claiming. There are other Exemptions you will want to utilize also. However your SSI could be a problem. Hire a competent TN attorney to advise about asset protection before a Deed is executed for you.
I received a letter in the mail with due date and I’m wondering if they have a right to take my house if I can’t pay by the due date?
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answered on May 24, 2023
Usually the HOA has the power to record a lien and then execute upon the property if you do not pay in full. It is a serious matter which you should have known prior to buying such a residence. Almost never is the debt against the owner, just the property.
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answered on May 15, 2023
Generally Rule 59 Motions have to be filed within 30 days of the entry of the Order. Sometimes a certain Court's Local Rule might shorten the time on certain motions.
Loan and title in ex girlfriends name, But I made all the payments on the vehicle not her. Now that the loan is paid off she refuses to sign the title over to me or give me the vehicle. If she will not do either which she has stated she will not, Can I file a Civil Suit against her for the payments... View More
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answered on May 26, 2023
On the personal property she took, you can sue in General Sessions for an Action To Recover Personal Property or for Conversion. Suit for an equitable lien on the car in Chancery is doubtful. Consult with a local attorney for advice. There may be other ways to gain leverage over her.
Samsung's headquarters is in New Jersey. Do I file in Tennessee or New Jersey?
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answered on Apr 28, 2023
In Personam Jurisdiction varies greatly. If there is a contract, it might have a jurisdiction term, or you might be able to sue in the County where it was formed. With a tort, where the injury occurred. Almost always you can sue in the defendant's home place. Depending on the case, you... View More
I paid a lawyer $3500 for a child visitation. He drew up a parenting plan. But the mother and I came to a agreement without the courts. So I told him to take out for the plan and hrs worked and to send back the rest. He basically is giving me the run around and avoiding me. I never signed no... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2023
Request, in writing, an itemized time statement. If it is not provided contact the State Bar and look into fee arbitration or small claims court.
The end of your probation period can you go to jail?
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answered on Apr 7, 2023
If it is a Civil Warrant for General Sessions Court, then a VOP is not an issue. However once a Judgment for money is entered, post-judgment asset discovery is a possibility where contempt of Court is a possibility. Nonpayment of Court Costs can affect your Licenses. The Court Clerk is after... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2023
How did someone get your Title? Apparently they convinced LEO's they owned the car, and may have filed an Action To Recover Property, where you should have been served.
But Forgery is usually a Felony, so you may be able to get law enforcement involved. If no Forgery of your name,... View More
My son was removed from his grandmother's house illegally without a signed court order from the judge. and his wife who also is an attorney was a assistant Council for the Department of Children Services is that legal or is that a conflict of interest. I know what my answer is but I want to... View More
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answered on Apr 5, 2023
No obvious conflicts shown. It sounds like he is practicing law in an area he knows well. Hire your own attorney.
My wife and I were granted a Divorce in Oct 2021 In Illinois. She moved to Midland Texas, while I now reside in Tennessee. Since as a nurse, she makes a lot more money than me (retired) I was granted an alimony payment of 900 dollars per month based upon a 19-year marriage. According to my... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2023
It likely has to do with title to property.
For example, if she was awarded a motor vehicle in your divorce decree but the title registration was not changed before she moved, she might have recorded the decree in Texas so she could register the motor vehicle in her sole name in Texas.
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answered on Mar 28, 2023
That is not employment related, but organizations can govern themselves. If some organization guideline or handbook rule has been violated, then the offended member/former member can assert his rights under those rules. But Tennessee Law rarely applies, and Court action rarely interferes.
She thinks our back yard is her property, she has mental issues, our back yards are separated by about 50ft of woods. Currently in criminal court because she hit my brother and he was a minor and civil court were the judge keeps rescheduling because she’s never able to prove the land is hers... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2023
If LEO's do not believe criminal trespass and vandalism is occurring, then you have a civil matter. Hire a competent attorney that litigates real property. Search both titles, then file suit in Chancery for a Boundary Dispute. Service may be a problem with that woman, if she is the... View More
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answered on Mar 17, 2023
Tennessee is a terminable at will State, so any reason or no reason is sufficient.
me from account. I Had made deposit of $30,000 on construction start. Then she removed my name from account when Balance of account was $197,000. Total build amount was $110,000. She stole my money! Can I Sue her?
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answered on Mar 3, 2023
You can sue her for conversion, unjust enrichment, etc. However she can claim you gave the money to her when you opened the joint account. You might be able to claim a Resulting Trust with good evidence, and then file a Notice Lis Pendens on the title.
Installed new hvac system breaker box was full so they installed a sub panel. Didn't now have permits nor inspections. Our home burns down 5 months later fire dept and investigators deem our breaker box was over loaded them not get a permit nor a inspections is this a law suit
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answered on Feb 22, 2023
Better start checking out the financial and asset status of your probable defendants. If insurance is involved, the carrier will have subordination rights. Proving your cause of action for negligence and proximate cause will be difficult, so get opinions of what happened in writing if... View More
It is a very long story. My civil rights have been violated and I was beaten, tased, tortured, and raped in the jail. Then dosed with, what I believe to be phentenol, and let out on the street and arrested again and then sent to a Crisis Center for evaluation (which I passed). But I asked for a... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2023
There is usually someone at the police department that will investigate claims.
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