My old landlord is taking me to court saying I owe a bunch of money which I don't, I have most of the receipts. He hired a lawyer who is just as crooked as he is and we took it to court where the landlord didn't show up twice and asked for a reschedule. I wasn't informed when the next court date was, so they went ahead and finalized everything and it went into favor of my landlord. It's been about a month now, is it too late for me to have anyone hear my side of the story and have it appealed?
2007-02-07 04:58:52 · 11 answers · asked by prima ballerina 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I live in Missouri and I have already talked to legal aid and they said it was too late. But I need to know if I can go above them and talk to someone else. The landlord says I owe almost $4,000.
2007-02-07 05:16:43 · update #1
So, you represented yourself in this case? If you think his lawyer is crooked, then maybe he requested outside settlement between the plantiff and the defendant. And the crooked lawyer decided not to tell you thinking you won't take any serious action because you are not a licensed attorney? Seems like you are confident about winning the case, because you were at the court more than your landlord. If you miss the appeal deadline, then gather your evidence and go sue his *** in civil court. Give him a taste of his own medicine.
2007-02-07 06:49:28 · answer #1 · answered by myestate 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm trying to figure out WHY the landlord would go through the expense of hiring a lawyer just to pick on you and make your life miserable. It doesn't make any sense, does it.
If you owe him money, you must pay it. If you have paid all you owe, you must provide ALL receipts; not just MOST of them.
If he was in the wrong, you should have spent the money and retained an attorney. Sure would have been cheaper than the $4000.00 you are going to have to pay now.
2007-02-07 14:47:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many states might vary, but in my experience, I never heard of any cases that are scheduled for a formal court hearing to be finalized in the favor of one party without any court hearing from both parties. Unless the landlord dropped the lawsuit, but if its to his favor, then you need to appeal any decision, and do not accept anything until its in writing. Something sounds very shady????
2007-02-07 13:04:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't mention what state you're in, but here in NC there is usually a 10-day window for appeals. My suggestion would be to consult an attorney (just like your landlord did). You may have recourse in civil court. Good luck.
2007-02-07 13:03:37 · answer #4 · answered by Hootiesplace 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, you're too late. Once the case is adjudicated - heard in court and a verdict reached - it's too late to do anything except appeal the verdict to the next higher court.
2007-02-07 13:29:20 · answer #5 · answered by Team Chief 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consult an attorney. Usually if you miss a hearing the judge will award a Summary Judgement for whoever shows up.
2007-02-07 13:01:53 · answer #6 · answered by meathookcook 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
call another lawyer , they arena;t all bad.and you did the right thing by keeping your receipts.so get a second opinion and if you have too call your local bailiff [county court house.Good luck!
2007-02-07 13:07:13 · answer #7 · answered by Dondi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yup, they've have already given him a default judgement. You should have gone to court.
2007-02-07 13:02:13 · answer #8 · answered by zebj25 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the state.
2007-02-07 13:01:40 · answer #9 · answered by C B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
calll legal aid they will help u out with this
2007-02-07 13:01:51 · answer #10 · answered by wedjb 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋