03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Judges generally have judicial immunity, which protects them from being sued for actions taken in their official capacity. However, a judge can be sued for actions that are outside of their judicial duties or if they act in complete absence of all jurisdiction. If...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Debt collectors can still initiate lawsuits for unpaid debts during COVID-19 pandemic. The CARES Act does not prevent debt collection activities, including lawsuits. However, some states have implemented temporary restrictions on certain types of debt collection a...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Debt collectors can sue you for unpaid debts, which could potentially lead to wage garnishment or bank account levies. The statute of limitations, which varies by state and type of debt, may limit the time frame in which a debt collector can legally sue. If sued...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Takeaway 1: You can sue the government under certain circumstances, usually when you believe it has violated your rights or caused harm. Takeaway 2: The doctrine of sovereign immunity often protects government entities from being sued, but there are exceptions lik...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Takeaway 1: It is possible to sue someone for transmitting herpes, but it largely depends on the laws in your specific jurisdiction. Takeaway 2: The plaintiff must typically prove that the defendant knew they had herpes and intentionally failed to inform them befo...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Yes, a debt collector can sue you if you fail to pay your debt. This is usually the last resort after multiple attempts to collect the owed amount. If a debt collector sues and wins the case, they may be granted a judgment by the court allowing them to garnish you...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Takeaway 1: Yes, a credit card company can sue you if you fail to pay your debt. Takeaway 2: Before suing, they will typically sell the debt to a collection agency who may then choose to sue. Takeaway 3: If sued, it is essential to respond within the given timefra...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Takeaway 1: Yes, it is possible to sue someone for transmitting an STD to you if they did so knowingly and without disclosing their status. Takeaway 2: The plaintiff must prove that the defendant knew about their STD, failed to disclose it, and this failure led di...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: Takeaway 1: You can sue someone for slander if they have spoken false and damaging statements about you. Takeaway 2: To win a slander case, you must prove that the statements were false, caused harm, and were made without adequate research into their truthfulness...
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03
Nov
Key Takeaways: 1. Emotional distress is a valid reason for lawsuit, often associated with personal injury cases. 2. To successfully sue for emotional distress, you must demonstrate that the defendant acted intentionally or recklessly. 3. You need to provide evidence of actual an...
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03
Nov
Understanding Wrongful Litigation: Answers to Common Questions Wrongful litigation occurs when someone files a lawsuit against another party without proper legal grounds or with malicious intent. This can result in significant harm to the accused party, including financial losses...
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03
Nov
Understanding Harassment: Definition and Legal Ramifications Harassment can take many forms, including verbal, physical, and sexual. It is defined as behavior that is unwelcome or offensive to the recipient. The legal ramifications of harassment can be severe, with potential cons...
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