Hi, Joshua. Thank you for getting in touch. It sounds complicated. I am sorry that you have to deal with this and I hope that your injuries are not serious. It`s hard to know exactly what`s going on here without all the facts, but it`s probably good news that it looks like you have access to the surveillance camera footage of the incident. You mentioned that you are not suing in small claims court, so the first question is how much your economic damage is. Economic damage is the cost of things like medical treatment related to the injury, loss of wages during recovery, etc. There are also non-economic harms that would include things like pain and suffering, but these are harder to quantify and are usually based on the severity of your physical injuries. If you misunderstand the elements, the court may feel sorry for you as someone who appears pro se (without a lawyer) and get you resubmitted, but some judges will dismiss your case.

At the very least, ask a lawyer what kind of cases you need to make sure you`re right the first time. The summons must then be signed (issued) by a lawyer, clerk or judge. As a general rule, self-represented applicants may apply to the Clerk for a subpoena. Hey, I lend my BF money (20k) for his business, we wrote a contract that should be repaid by May of this year. He has only refunded 5k so far and thinks it`s normal that he doesn`t keep his word. I was flexible with him, but it was so bad now that he doesn`t even pay anything back. I said I would go to a lawyer, but I`m not sure it would help to ask for help. I just want my money back. Please help Roomate to renounce our lease Hello everyone, I sublet a person in our townhouse and he left without returning the key or paying rent. He paid the rent for the first few months, then moved overnight without telling anyone. He refuses to contact us by email or phone. He owes us the rent he has to pay because his name is still on the lease.

He also owes us the keys that he did not return. I have no way of getting in touch with him. Are there any legal steps I could take to ensure that my roommates receive the compensation they deserve? Otherwise, we will have to pay for his missing key AND they cannot terminate the lease prematurely without his signature. Edit: I`m from Minnesota, I`m sorry this happened to you. If someone steals another person`s property, the victim can notify the police (in which case, the person can be charged with criminal theft). The victim can also bring a civil action (in which case, the person can claim the fair market value of the stolen property). If you don`t have the funds for a lawyer and don`t mind doing extra work yourself, you can sue in small claims, state, or federal court without a lawyer. First, you must receive the required forms from your local court, fill them out and submit them to the court. Don`t forget to have the forms given to the defendant so that they can be informed of the complaint. Try to reach an amicable settlement if you can to save time and money if you lose. If you have to go to court, gather documents or witnesses as evidence and bring them to your hearing date. Be sure to learn about the court`s rules and procedures so you know how everything works.

For more advice from our legal co-author, including how to check the statute of limitations for your trial, read on. The responsibility for the lease depends on who has been named in the contract and in the terms of the contract. If you need to sue your roommate for debts owed to you, you can use Enjuris` lawyer directory to find a lawyer who can inform you of all your rights and obligations. Good luck! To initiate a lawsuit without a lawyer, you may need to file a verified complaint with the specified filing fee. This is the same first step a lawyer can take when taking legal action. This step is immediately followed by the filing of a civil summons form. When you have completed the discovery phase, the last step is the trial version. This may involve choosing a jury or simply letting the judge hear your case.

They would need to know what kind of evidence can be presented at trial, what kind of questions to ask witnesses, what objections to raise against the other party, and what general legal proceedings should be initiated. For example, jurors are not always required in civil cases, and failure to follow procedures can cause you to lose your right to have your case heard by a jury. A lawyer is crucial for the most important part of your trial – presenting evidence and arguments to the judge or jury that will decide your case. Check with your lawyer to see if the deadlines for taking legal action have expired. Laws that set a deadline for taking legal action are called a « statute of limitations. » Hello, Monique. Thank you for answering your question. Your liability may depend on whether your agreement with that company constitutes a contract (and if so, what the terms are or were) and whether they claim that you have breached the contract. They might also threaten to sue you for defamation (but that doesn`t mean they would succeed). It would probably be better for you to continue to avoid interacting with this company. If you are sued, you can find a lawyer who is able to defend your interests. Enjuris` lawyer directory can be a good source for finding a lawyer in your area. The court has several complaint forms that you can use when preparing your complaint.

The forms are available online and from the Pro Se reception unit. You can also write your own complaint without using a court form. Lawsuits can be costly, and reimbursing your legal fees is often not an option. Ask your lawyer for an estimate of the lawyer`s fees and do the math. It may be cheaper to settle. Get legal advice from a lawyer you trust and consider how much money you could make compared to the amount you would receive in a settlement. Please use Enjuris` Lawyer Directory to find a lawyer in your area who can help. I hope the problem will be solved soon! I am so sorry that this happened to you. It looks like you need a lawyer who specializes in labor law or contract. I can imagine that the finances are tight for you right now. I recommend that you contact the « referral line » of your local bar. If you do, explain your situation and tell them that you need a free or low-cost lawyer.

You can also inquire at the nearest law school. Most law schools have law clinics that offer free legal services to those who qualify. .