[TX] [TX] What are the steps I need to take to file a civil lawsuit on my ex?
I need to know the steps to take to file a civil lawsuit on my ex.
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I am sorry to hear of this issue. You may want to begin by sending a demand letter to your ex and demanding compensation for these damages. If you need to sue your ex, you can sue for up to $20,000 in small claims court in your state, as that is the maximum for small claims court in Texas. You can do this by going to your local small claims court and filling out the complaint packet. You will then file it and serve it on your ex. The judge will then hold a hearing to determine liability and damages.
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I need to know the steps to take to file a civil lawsuit on my ex.
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand this must be a difficult situation for you. Have you already tried to resolve the issue with your ex outside of court?
Yes.
Lexi, Chatbot
Can you provide more details about the specific reasons why you are considering filing a civil lawsuit against your ex?
Damages to my car and house.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with property damage claims.
I don’t think so.
Charlie
Hello, my name is Charlie and I am a licensed attorney. I am sorry you are experiencing these issues, but I will be happy to assist you with your questions today.
Which state do you live in?
Texas.
Charlie
How much money would you be suing your ex for?
Well, does that have to be for all the damages? I want to sue him for whatever I can.
Car was $2500, $600 for walls, and $1400 for bathroom.
Charlie
If he damaged your car and home, you would only be able to sue for the repair costs for those damages.
I would like compensation for having to move my kids because he cheated on me, but I don’t know if I can.
Charlie
I am sorry to hear of this issue. You may want to begin by sending a demand letter to your ex and demanding compensation for these damages. If you need to sue your ex, you can sue for up to $20,000 in small claims court in your state, as that is the maximum for small claims court in Texas. You can do this by going to your local small claims court and filling out the complaint packet. You will then file it and serve it on your ex. The judge will then hold a hearing to determine liability and damages.
Charlie
If at anytime you need an attorney to assist you, you can find an attorney by contacting the bar association and asking for a referral to one. You can also contact the legal aid society as they offer free and low-cost services in these types of cases. Another good resource is to contact the law schools as they often have clinics with attorneys that will assist in these types of cases.
Again, I am sorry to hear of this issue. If you have any follow up questions, I will be very happy to assist you.
Ok, how do I find out where the small claims department is?
Charlie
You could google it. Each county has a small claims court/district court.
Can this be done online? And how do I serve the papers? I can’t go take them.
Charlie
The sheriff serves the documents after you file them.
Ok, do I give them all the known addresses there?
Charlie
Yes.
Also another thing is — I got pregnant and tried to reach out to him, but he just told me he didn’t want anything to do with it.
Charlie
You would need to open a new chat to discuss a different question.
Ok, thank you.
Charlie
You are welcome.
How detailed does the letter have to be?
Charlie
That is your decision to make. A demand letter is just a settlement tactic.
Ok, so I have to do the letter?
Charlie
No, it is not required.
Ok, if I do, how does he get it?
Charlie
You mail it to him.
Ok, well thank you for your time.
Charlie
You are welcome.
Charlie
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