Motion for Leave

This was the only motion I filed that was truly a mistake on my part. I filed a Motion for Leave under Rule 15(a) because I thought I had to, based on what opposing counsel and the magistrate said during the small claims hearing. There were no major changes — just an update that I…

October 1, 2024

Civil Dispute Court Order / Judgment Law / Statute / Information Plaintiff State Court

Court-Ordered Arbitration

An arbitration hearing is an informal legal proceeding held before a neutral court official called an arbitrator. Arbitration hearings are limited by rule to one hour and take place in the courthouse. The hearings are conducted in a serious but relaxed atmosphere, with the rules of evidence serving as a guide. At the hearing, each…

September 10, 2024

Civil Dispute Defendants Plaintiff State Court

Small Claims Appeal

Requested a jury trial due to what happened with the magistrate. I knew this would mean I would have to learn more, but I was confident that I would be able to file for summary judgement with having the unfit housing case. Notice of Appeal

September 3, 2024

Attorney Misconduct Alleged Civil Dispute Court Order / Judgment Defendants Judicial Misconduct Alleged Law / Statute / Information Plaintiff State Court Violations

Small Claims Hearing

Violations: Improper oral motion; hearsay and prior negotiations; potential personal bias. Despite not being the last case called during roll call, the magistrate waited until the courtroom was empty except for two non-English speaking people awaiting a hearing before proceeding with my hearing. Frank McGraw improperly tried to file for dismissal under Rule 15, which…

August 26, 2024

Civil Dispute Law / Statute / Information State Court

Amended Complaint V2 & Outline of Events

I didn’t change anything in the claim itself; I only updated the rent abatement and loss of work amounts. I also provided the court with supplemental documentation outlining what would be discussed. The opposing party didn’t receive these items until the morning of the hearing, which I did intentionally. I was not required to provide…

August 24, 2024

Civil Dispute Law / Statute / Information State Court

Response & Amended Complaint

After the improper motion was filed, I notified the court of the violation and refiled my complaint with full details and events to protect my case. I didn’t have to do this, but given the circumstances, I felt it was necessary. I also removed the request for the security deposit because I later realized it…

August 21, 2024

Attorney Misconduct Alleged Civil Dispute Defendants Law / Statute / Information State Court Violations

(First) Motion to Dismiss

Violation: Improper filing A common tactic used to intimidate pro se litigants. This Motion was never ruled on or withdrawn. ref. NC GS $ 7A-216 below. The only reason a case is dismissed in NC Small Claims is failure of service or lack of jurisdiction (filing in the wrong county). NC…

August 19, 2024

Civil Dispute Law / Statute / Information Plaintiff State Court

Small Claims Complaint Filed

Original complaint filed online for Breach of Contract Through Violation of Implied Warranty of Habitability & Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment Deception and unfair practices under the NC UDTPA (Unfair & Deceptive Trade Practices Act) Small Claims Tips If you want to file a complaint, you will need to find out if you county…

July 22, 2024

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