Browsing: Civil Law

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), 15 U.S.C. § 1692, governs debt collection practices. Homeowners and tenants are affected by this…

The Wrongful Death Act, 42 U.S.C. § 1983, provides a cause of action for plaintiffs who have suffered the loss of a loved one due to the negligent or…

The Communications Decency Act (CDA) of 1996, specifically Section 230, governs online defamation cases, allowing individuals to sue for defamation…

The Punitive Damages Cap is governed by state laws, with some states adhering to the $750,000 cap as outlined in the Civil Justice Reform Act of…

The civil appeals process is governed by statute 28 U.S.C. § 1291, which allows parties to appeal final decisions of district courts. Homeowners,…

The discovery process in civil cases, governed by Rule 26 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, allows parties to obtain evidence from each other….

The statute 42 U.S.C. § 1983 governs lawsuits for reputational damage, allowing individuals to sue for $100,000 or more in damages. Homeowners and…

The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, specifically Rule 30, govern depositions, which are sworn testimonies taken outside of court. Homeowners,…

Dog bite liability laws, governed by statute 18-1-706, impose strict liability on dog owners for injuries caused by their pets. Homeowners and…

The Restatement (Third) of Torts § 2 defines product liability, affecting manufacturers and consumers nationwide. The statute governs the scope of…