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“StormyAvenatti Show” is Over!

by FOCUS LAW | Feb 5, 2019 | Civil Litigation, Contract

Today, Judge Otero dismissed the case filed by Michael Avenatti on behalf of Stormy Daniels against Donald Trump. The lawsuit that made Michael Avenatti as a household name has come to an end. Have you ever heard about Stormy Daniels, Michael Cohen, Donald J. Trump,...

The Media, Your Lawsuit and You

by FOCUS LAW | May 29, 2018 | Business Litigation

Lawsuits are public documents. Anyone, including reporters, can go to court and look through the filings of civil lawsuits. One may discover that you’ve been sued and publish a story. The opposing attorney or other party may also issue a press release when the lawsuit...

Lawsuits Filed to Oppress Others, Dismissed

by FOCUS LAW | Apr 29, 2013 | Business Litigation, Defamation and Slander, Litigation Strategies

The courts and the judicial process are meant for people to seek justice and to have their disputes resolved. Unfortunately, not all lawsuits have merit, and some have been treated as a playground for the rich and powerful, who are often knowledgeable about the legal...

Statute of Limitations: If You Let it Run Out, You Will Lose Your Day in Court

by FOCUS LAW | Apr 22, 2013 | Litigation Strategies

Simply put, a statute of limitations is a deadline for filing a lawsuit. Depending on the types of cases, most lawsuits have to be filed within a certain amount of time such as: Personal injury: 2 years after the injury if it is discovered right away; otherwise, 1...