Evidence of Defamation

I emailed opposing counsel confirming that I priority-mailed my pre-arbitration submission since electronic exchange wasn’t allowed. I also notified him about new evidence I received from the North Carolina Real Estate Commission showing that Anna had provided false statements in a reference, which supported my claims of retaliation and defamation. I made it clear I…

November 1, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute NCHRC / HUD Plaintiff

Contacting Manager of NCHRC

I was notified that Ronya Bynum would be handling the case on September 27, 2024, right at the 30-day mark. I immediately emailed her with questions and updated my address, but after multiple follow-ups on October 1st, 7th, and 12th with no response, I grew frustrated and contacted the program manager. It wasn’t until October…

October 22, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute Plaintiff State Court

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, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

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, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

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, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Civil Dispute Defendants Plaintiff

Final Communication

After the move-out, Anna’s tone completely shifted — she suddenly became polite, even wishing me well. But her actions didn’t match her words. I wrote what I did to her because she needed to understand the real impact her behavior had on my life, and why I don’t believe the "clean break" narrative she tried…

September 1, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

Attorney Misconduct Alleged Civil Dispute Defendants Law / Statute / Information Plaintiff Violations

Vacating the Premises

The next day, I received the "lightest" settlement offer they had sent, but it was still misleading and violated the law. The City of Raleigh’s Code Enforcement letter clearly stated, "It is against the law to rent or offer to rent a dwelling on which a notice has been issued until the unit has been…

August 27, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

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, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

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, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity

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, 20240Comments ByLessons of Charity