Where to find public information on civil lawsuits?

Interested persons can also go directly to the courthouse or the court clerk’s office and search records in person. Civil lawsuits are generally public record.

How can I find out if a lawsuit has been filed against me?

You might also want to find out about the existence of a lawsuit, e.g. whether a case has been filed against you. If you know that a case has been filed in a particular court, go to the court clerk’s office and ask to see the file.

How to file a civil lawsuit in Small Claims Court?

Natalie files a civil lawsuit in small claims court, asking the court to award her the amount she paid to have her hair colored, plus an additional amount necessary to have the problem dealt with. Natalie files her complaint with the court, then have her friend Stephanie personally hand a copy of the court papers to Nancy.

Where can I find the docket of a lawsuit?

The case’s entire docket and all the documents filed (unless they’re filed under seal) in federal court lawsuits are available online for cases filed after 1999. Federal cases include civil and criminal proceedings filed in federal district courts as well as appeals in the U.S. circuit courts of appeal and the United States Supreme Court.

What are the steps to file a civil lawsuit?

A civil lawsuit often arises out of disputes between people, businesses, or other entities, including government entities. Civil lawsuits generally proceed through a few basic steps: pleadings, discovery, trial, and possibly an appeal.

What are some reasons to file a civil lawsuit?

There are countless reasons for someone to file a civil lawsuit. Some of the more common reasons include personal injury, libel or slander, breach of contract and others. Personal injury runs the gamut from minor injuries from a car accident to wrongful death.

What are the grounds for a civil suit?

A civil suit can be brought by an individual against a company or corporation; for instance, an individual can pursue a civil suit against a hospital for malpractice. An employee breaching a confidentiality agreement may be grounds for a company to file a civil suit against the individual.

What is an example of a civil lawsuit?

Civil suits are brought in both state and federal courts. An example of a civil case in a state court would be if a citizen (including a corporation) sued another citizen for not living up to a contract.

Where can I find public court records in my state?

The National Center for State Court’s website contains links to court records sites for every state. Anyone can view public court records online by heading to the court’s website if online records are available for that court, or by going to the court clerk’s office to view records.

Is the St.Louis County Clerk’s office affiliated with the court system?

Please note that the St. Louis County Clerk’s Office is not affiliated with the St. Louis County Court system and, therefore, cannot respond to inquiries regarding Court dates, Court decisions, etc. Court related questions must be directed to the St. Louis County Circuit Clerk’s Office.

What to do if court clerk refuses to file papers?

The tribunal is who gets to make the decisions regarding the quality of a paper. So if at first a clerk will not fuile your papers. simply state politely that he file them on demand. If that fails, present the clerk with an order from the court of record.

What can court staff can and cannot do for You?

WHAT COURT STAFF CAN AND CANNOT DO FOR YOU. The Court, including the judge, the magistrate, clerk’s office personnel, and all court staff, must remain impartial at all times. This basic rule protects everyone coming to court, including you, from unfairness and injustice.

Can a deputy clerk refuse to file a pleading?

In Greeson v. Sherman, 265 F. Supp. 340 (D.C.Va.1967) it was held that a pleading delivered to a deputy clerk at his home at night was thereby “filed.” ( Freeman v.

Can a court staff tell you what to say in court?

Court Staff cannot advise you what to say in court, other than simple matters of courtesy such as “You should address the Court as ‘Your Honor’.” Court Staff cannot let you talk to the judge outside the courtroom. They also cannot talk to the judge on your behalf about your case.