A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week, and April 3rd is right around the corner. You've probably already been searching on your own by now. You could supplement your efforts with the "Find a Lawyer" tab above or the attorney referral... View More

One of the requirements for filing in Arizona is that at least one of the spouses must be domiciled in Arizona for 90 days. That means you must have lived here for the 90 days prior to filing for divorce with the intent to remain here. You indicate, "We wish to file for divorce soon after... View More

1. Does the contractor’s refusal to proceed at the fixed price constitute a material breach under Florida law? It may, as you mentioned the price is fixed. However, the contract may contain exclusions or exceptions. The terms of the contract would have to be reviewed.

2. What... View More

Before the conference, you can attempt settlement, but you must be careful not to start too high or end up too low before the conference.

Also, you must have all your legal and factual allegations together. For example, punitive damages are very rare and you should make certain there is a... View More

There is a law that prohibits relocation more than 50 miles, Statute 61.13001

Here is the link:

http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&Search_String=&URL=0000-0099/0061/Sections/0061.13001.html

Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

mandatory mediation is scheduled once a party files a Request for Order for custody/visitation. If no such motion has been filed, no hearings are pending, and you have not been sent an order from the court regarding mediation, then you are not required to go to mediation or set one up.

You may want to consider reviewing the retainer and other possible documents with an attorney experienced in such matters - most attorneys will want to see your paperwork before advising meaningfully. More fundamental than your dispute about the number of hours (or a debate about the reasonableness... View More

If there is a court order to mediate and it is scheduled then you should appear. Tell the mediator that you cannot move forward without his financial affidavit. You can also fie a motion to compel his financial affidavit. If the facts are as you say then the court should rule in your favor... View More

If all the necessary paperwork is not signed then you simply no longer have an uncontested divorce. Therefore, at some point you will have a trial. Then the court will decide. But if someone refuses to sign a document that is required for an uncontested divorce, you cannot force them to sign.... View More

Your next steps should be to prepare a chronology of events supported by documentary evidence.

Next, you should review it with a lawyer to confirm you have enough evidence to establish a good faith claim, then you prepare a complaint to HR about the discrimination - hopefully reviewed by a... View More

You talk about "ongoing injuries" and the need for "more surgeries." Are these ongoing injuries also work injuries, even if they are unrelated to the open worker's compensation claim? Many employers prefer to settle all open claims at once. Nothing in law or medicine... View More

You can pursue a bill of review if you can prove that your failure to appear or answer was the result of extrinsic fraud or official mistake without any negligence on your part and the time to pursue other remedies (like a motion to set aside the default judgment) elapsed before you first acquired... View More

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answered on Feb 21, 2025

It's not too late. You can write up the motion, state on it that this motion will be heard on March 14, 2025 at which time this matter is already on the calendar, include at the back of the motion a Certificate of Service stating that you served this motion upon your ex by U.S. Mail on such... View More

You are not alone. Millions of Californians seek free legal representation. Many in worse situations than yours. There are agencies like Legal Aid, but their funding simply cannot provide legal representation for everyone in need. Attorneys do strive to provide pro bono services more than most... View More

What was said in court was a public record. A "feeling" that communication with an agent/adjuster may have adversely affected your settlement is not nearly enough. You need evidence that you were harmed. What was said in court may have affected your settlement, but the attorney... View More

While not required, it's strongly advisable to hire a lawyer in this situation. I am happy to discuss this matter with you further, in private, if you wish to contact me on the phone. It's probably best not to discuss your case further in a public forum while the case is pending... View More

Yes, you should retain an attorney right away. Mediation in a hit-and-run case involving the death of your son is a serious legal matter, and the driver's insurance company will likely have legal representation to protect their interests. An attorney can advocate for you, ensure you receive... View More

You don't have to but you really should. Most personal injury attorneys will take your case on a contingency basis, meaning you don't pay them anything and they only get paid if they win. The insurance companies don't want you to get an attorney because they do much better going... View More

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answered on Feb 13, 2025

It sounds like you have a very serious and potential high value case. You don't know the worth of the case, including how any defenses may effect that worth. You don't know what you don't know. The short answer is yes, you can go without an attorney. The question you should be... View More

To an extent, all depends on the amount in controversy (or the amount of the judgment), however, something so important as this one should really have an attorney handle this. In addition to the substance (the petition to annul), there's also the procedure and time deadlines out there in... View More