Civil Lawsuits

A text message could seem harmless when sent casually, but if you're engaged in a civil lawsuit, your innocent text messages could be subpoenaed and entered as evidence for or against you. Depending…

If you are a Georgia resident and owe a significant amount of money to a creditor, you may be sued. After the collection calls and letters have not induced you to pay, your creditor will take legal…

Mortgage lenders rely on underwriting analysis to determine a loan's risk level before issuing loan approval or rejection. The most commonly understood eligibility standards deal with the applicant's…

A civil lawsuit is any court case that is not considered criminal, such as a consumer complaint or a child custody case. These cases are tried when a complaint is filed by an individual against…

The punishment for stealing dogs -- or any domesticated animal -- varies from state to state. In Texas, there are specific laws related to the theft of a dog, and additional legislature that would…

A statute of limitations is a time limit within which a lawsuit must be filed. There are limitations for civil and criminal cases; if criminal charges are not filed within the time limit, the crime…

The criminal justice system depends upon the integrity of the defense and prosecution. If either side withholds information or lies outright, they diminish the chances of a proper verdict. Legal…

Ask 10 people about "reasoning" and you're likely to get 10 different answers. Reasoning, and sometimes a lack of it, dominates people's lives. It also is a major player in the advancement of society.…

Small claims, family law, landlord-tenant, personal injury and medical malpractice are all types of civil lawsuits. The party who files the lawsuit is referred to as the plaintiff. The person against…

In the United States, it is your right to file a lawsuit against an individual, a group of individuals or a company, if you feel that you have been wronged in some way. However, if the wrongdoing did…

A statute of limitations in Tennessee, as with most states, is a time limit imposed on how long a civil suit can be brought to the court, or how long a person can be accused of misconduct or criminal…

The Pennsylvania statute of limitations places restrictions on the amount of time a party has in which to bring suit over a cause of action. Like all states, Pennsylvania varies the applicable statute…

Fraudulent misrepresentations are defined as intentional misrepresentations of one or more material facts made by a person or business to another with knowledge that the representations are false. The…

If you are bringing a civil legal action for breach of contract, take into account the applicable statute of limitations. In Tennessee, as in other states, virtually all potential civil actions are…

Stopping a civil judgment in Iowa requires expedition. Judgments are often brought against an individual for unpaid bills, such as credit card bills, with the threat of litigation. Two main ways exist…

Dog food companies have added potentially harmful chemicals to dog food in the past, causing severe illness or death in dogs. The most famous and widespread cases occurred in 2007, where it is…

Statute of limitations are time restrictions placed on a party's right to sue. The statute of limitations vary widely depending on the type and nature of the case, ranging from one year to no limit.…

The Manatee County, Florida, Clerk of the Court offers public access to criminal records, including warrant records, through its website, manateeclerk.org. You can not search for warrants directly,…

When the issue of a statute of limitations is raised in a California pending lawsuit, chances are good that the plaintiff responded to a motion filed by defendant. To avoid the most common statute of…

Accessing wireless Internet networks is something that many people do every day. Many college campuses, coffee shops and restaurants provide free Internet access to the public. However, accessing an…

In Manatee County, Florida, a motion for discovery is called a motion to compel. Quite simply, it is a motion set forth by a party to civil or criminal litigation to compel the opponent to turn over a…

Civil cases are filed as a result of a conflict and disagreement between two people or organizations. General civil cases are those that do not include small claims which usually involve a small…

You can file a lawsuit in an Iowa state court if the defendant resides or conducts business in the state, or if the action that brought the lawsuit occurred in Iowa, such as a car accident or breach…

Civil courts handle all kinds of claims ranging from landlord and tenant disputes to small claims cases and allegations of property damage. Many plaintiffs choose to represent themselves in civil…

The federal False Claims Act (FCA) is a law allowing federal authorities or private individuals to sue federal contractors believed to have filed false payment requests with the government. An example…

There are two types of lawsuits a trust beneficiary can file. The first is based on actions related to the filing of a disclosure and notice by a trustee. The other is a lawsuit based on failure of a…

In the field of bricklaying, lawsuits are becoming commonplace. As corporate attorney Tammy Tomblin reports, the larger the expansion of your company, the more likely a construction defect lawsuit is.…

The statute of limitations is a restriction on the amount of time a person has to bring suit or allegations against someone in court. In Georgia, the statute of limitations on a judgment is five…

Statute of limitations vary by state and by offense. Florida law regarding the statute of limitations is regulated by Florida Code §95.11. The law regarding domestic judgments is §95.11(1),…

The legal system places restrictions on the amount of time a person has to file a claim in court once certain crimes have been committed. Virginia statute of limitations vary based on the crime.

The statute of limitations sets forth the maximum time period within which a lawsuit can be filed. The maximum time limit in Arizona for collecting on a judgment depends upon the type of judgment that…

Title 5 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings article of the Maryland Statutes provides the basis for the length of the statute of limitations in Maryland civil cases. Subtitle 1 contains statutes…

The statute of limitations provides the maximum time limit within which a legal suit can be filed. The state of limitations on stock purchase agreements vary from state to state.

The statutes of limitations differ for criminal prosecutions and civil lawsuits. If a statute of limitations expires, a defendant cannot be tried in criminal court and a plaintiff cannot seek damages…

A statute of limitations is the time period during which a person can commence a lawsuit. Each crime or civil action has its own statute of limitations. Between a landlord and tenant, issues may…

In every state, land surveyors are subject to regulations and licensure requirements. If the services provided by a land surveyor are negligent, the affected party may sue for damages. A statute of…

People do not legally need lawyers to represent them in the courtroom in a civil, or even criminal, case. However, having one is advantageous for several reasons.

In criminal law, the statute of limitations is the period of time that a district attorney or prosecutor must file charges against a suspect. The time limit ensures a trial occurs before evidence…

The statute of limitations places a maximum time limit on filing a lawsuit. The statute of limitations on misrepresentation varies by state. The applicable statute of limitations also depends on…

Lemon laws are designed to protect consumers from the purchase of faulty products that are under warranty. While homes are generally not covered under lemon laws, Florida home buyers still have legal…

Condominiums are common in the state of Florida, particularly in coastal cities. When construction defects occur, Florida homeowners may bring a case against the builder. However, you must follow…

The statute of limitations defines the maximum time limits for filing a lawsuit. The statute of limitations on an attorney filing a lawsuit to recover legal fees varies by state.

The statute of limitations periods for Mississippi civil cases are provided in Chapter 15 of the Mississippi code. Specifically, the statute of limitations periods for the enforcement of civil court…

The Manatee County Fair is a 10-day event held in Palmetto, Florida. The fair has a youth livestock show, where young members of 4-H clubs and Future Farmers of America exhibit their animals.

A veil of secrecy and armed military personnel surround the U.S. government facility commonly referred to as "Area 51." For decades, officials denied even the existence of this Nevada desert base,…

In Florida, Title XXXIII, Chapter 558 covers construction defects. Florida Statute 95.11(3)(c) covers the statute of limitations. The state sets guidelines for how property owners and contractors…

Florida's statute of limitations law specifies the amount of time a person has to file a litigation case concerning wrongful conduct, including property damage. Generally, unless a legal exception…

The statute of limitations is the period of time in which a civil lawsuit must be filed or criminal charges must be brought. In Minnesota, there are a few exceptions, but if they do not apply, the…

A statute of limitations sets forth the expiration date of legal claims. If a claim is raised after the statutory period has ended, the claim will be denied even if there is enough evidence to prove…

Civil lawsuits are initiated by individuals or businesses, as opposed to criminal lawsuits, which are initiated by the state. Civil lawsuits must be brought to the court within preset time periods or…

The statute of limitations is the law governing the time period in which a civil lawsuit or criminal prosecution must commence. In the civil law arena, the parties to a dispute are able to enter into…

The statute of limitations is an established rule of law that precludes the filing of a lawsuit, including an action relating to construction defects, after a specified period has elapsed from the…

A civil lawsuit is initiated by a plaintiff and brought against an opposing party, called the defendant, for monetary damages including physical or emotional injuries. In Manatee County, the amount of…

A statute of limitations in civil law requires the victim to sue within a period of time following their injury. If the victim does not file suit within that period, the victim is barred from bringing…

A civil lawsuit can be filed for a number of reasons in Iowa, but the most common include a contract dispute, a money dispute or a land dispute. In some cases, a lawsuit may be filed in a small claims…

In Indiana, the statute of limitations for most law suits are two years. These include personal injury, injury to property, professional malpractice, character attacks such as libel, employee…

Statutes of limitations are rules that set the deadline or maximum period of time within which a lawsuit or claim can be filed. If a claim is not filed within the deadline, you lose the right to sue…

A statute of limitations in a claim of stealing, or theft, puts a time limit on when the case may be brought in court. Each state determines the statute of limitations for each specific type of theft.…

A civil judgment is an official notation entered on a court’s docket that signifies a plaintiff has prevailed in his lawsuit for damages against a defendant. Once a court has issued a judgment,…

When a person is injured because of someone else's intentional or negligent actions, there is a limited period of time to file a lawsuit. This time is called the statute of limitations. Ohio has a…

Abuse of process is a legal cause of action that allows a person to seek redress against another who has deliberately used the legal process for an ulterior purpose or motive other than that for which…

Civil lawsuits can be filed for many reasons. Small claims civil lawsuits are frequently filed in order to evict a tenant or for money disputes. Other civil courts may handle a wide variety of civil…

The statute of limitations is a legal concept that precludes a plaintiff from filing a civil lawsuit for damages after a specified period of time has elapsed from the date the injury occurred. The…

The Statute of Limitations Act--commonly referred to as the statute of limitations--is a law on the books of all states and on the federal level as well. The Statute of Limitation Act established the…

Discovery in a credit card lawsuit involves obtaining documents and other evidence from the opposing party. The rules of civil procedure govern discovery in all types of lawsuits. Each state maintains…

Those who have suffered injury or damage, and those who are owed debts, are bound by statutes of limitations. Statutes of limitations are critical aspects of local, state and federal legal systems.

One of the most devastating things some parents face is the sexual abuse of their children. If you find yourself dealing with the aftermath of an assault on your child by a sexual predator, you may…

Every State has a Statute of Limitations. The statute sets forth time frames for filing certain types of claims can be done. The time frame varies from a year to as long as ten years or beyond. If a…

Lawsuits that pertain to fighting can usually be avoided by not fighting or by demonstrating that you were defending yourself with regard to self-defense. Avoid penalties involving criminal and civil…