Can a private citizen file a lawsuit against the government for violating the constitution in California, and what are the potential consequences or protections for the citizen?

April 2nd, 2024

What constitutes the level of proof necessary to establish 'undue influence' and 'diminished capacity' in a Florida court when contesting a will that was changed to favor a particular person on the eve of the testator's death?

January 6th, 2024

If a judge tells my attorney that he doesn't care what I have to say and will not allow me to defend myself, is that a violation of my civil rights?

November 28th, 2024

I recently went to Family court in Suffolk County, NY to enforce my stipulation as my ex was refusing to pay for our daughter's college costs. I represented myself and the judge ruled in my favor and ordered my ex to make payments. I had also asked the judge for reimbursement of my expenses of flying up to NY, but the magistrate said she was not legally able to make that award. Could I take the judge's ruling to small claims court and try to collect for my out of pocket expenses?

November 29th, 2023

My son received a Summons requiring an answer in 28 days. He's in a correctional institute and has no lawyer. What kind of response are they requiring? Should he agree with the complaint? It is his responsibility to pay damages listed in the complaint, but his hands are tied until he serves his time. So does he say nothing and let the default judgment be rendered?

March 9th, 2023