Driveway disputes, contract claims, evictions,
misrepresentation of goods for sale,breach of warranty claims,
defective used cars, dog bite, personal injuries, and lemon law
claims. These are examples of situations where a person was
not treated properly, ethically, or legally by another person.
There are many causes of action that allow a person to be
compensated for their losses. For over 20 years Attorney
Andrew Arena has represented many clients that lost money
due to the actions of another person. If you lose money and it
is not your fault you may want to sue the responsible party.
Many people ask about how much this may cost and are
scared that a lawyer may be too expensive. These are of course
economic decisions and if the loss is less than $10,000.00 you
can choose to go to small claims court. ALO represents people
in small claims court as well as in large claims court. If the
money damages exceed $8000.00 it is economically viable to
call ALO, depending on the complexity of the case. Recently
the small claims limit was raised from $5,000.00 to
$10,000.00. I believe that when you go into any Court you
should be represented by an Attorney that has experience.
Civil cases involve complex rules of civil procedure that allow
a party to do discovery. Discovery is the process used to obtain
as much information about the case that exists. Even
information controlled by the person that you are suing. This
allows the case to be prepared for trial and arguments to be
developed that are favorable to your claim.
Skillfully knowing how to ask for information is the most
important factor. The other side will only give what is properly
asked for, and will not volunteer any information. For over
20 years I have the experience that allows for success in the
discovery process. Proper discovery results in most cases being
settled out of Court. Discovery can be done by a deposition
which is a sworn oral statement recorded by a court reporter;
Interrogatories, which are sworn written questions.