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I'm being sued by a creditor the court is located in their city where I used to live (and where their office is). It is a long hike north for me and currently unfeasible with no way to get up there. What can I do in this situation?
answered on Feb 28, 2017
The only simple answer to your question is: Hire an attorney. You could also possibly see if the court will allow you to appear at a hearing by telephone. If you need to file a written answer, you can do so by mail.
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This. Had to see family through holidays embarrassed. Ruined
My Christmas and new year. Will take at least a year to grow back. Can send pictures. Do I have a case worth pursuing?
answered on Jan 2, 2017
Contact a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice--they give free consults. You have a case, need to follow up with a dermatologist. You would seem to have a case.
My friends dog damaged hundreds of dollars of my property and is refusing to compensate for it. What can I do?
answered on Jul 26, 2016
File a small claims action in your local district court. No lawyers are permitted in small claims court. The problem is that even if you win he may not be collectible.
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