Hey everyone, I’m dealing with a legal situation that feels really off, and I need some advice to figure out if this is normal or if something shady is going on. Here’s the breakdown:
Case Details:
• Defendant 1: Mike’s Auto Repair (primary defendant, responsible for damages exceeding $18,000.
• Defendant 2: Valley Motors (minor involvement, damages around $1,500).
Key Issues:
False Claim About Mediation:
The court clerk stated that I refused to participate in mediation, but that’s completely false. Mediation happened on February 5, 2025, via Zoom, and I have proof (Zoom logs, emails with the mediator, and notes from the session). The mediator’s name is Sarah Thompson, and the session lasted nearly an hour. Why would the court falsify records like this? Is this even legal?
Forcing Service on Valley Motors:
Valley Motors was named in the original filing back in December 2024, but they were never servedbecause the sheriff’s office failed to do it. The case has been moving forward against Mike’s Auto Repair this whole time, which is the main defendant responsible for over $18,000 in damages.
Valley Motors’ involvement is minor, with damages only around $1,500. Now, out of nowhere, the court is demanding I serve Valley Motors within 90 days, even though they were never part of the case. Why is this suddenly required, especially when the damages from Valley Motors are so small compared to Mike’s Auto Repair? Is this normal, or is the court bending the rules?
Arbitrary 90-Day Delay:
The court said if I don’t serve Valley Motors in 90 days, the case will proceed against Mike’s Auto Repair anyway. But if that’s the case, why force this delay? It feels like they’re dragging this out for no reason, especially when the majority of the damages are tied to Mike’s Auto Repair. Is this just procedural red tape, or is it an abuse of discretion?
Possible Misconduct or Collusion:
The court initially allowed the case to proceed against Mike’s Auto Repair but is now changing its stance. Combined with the false claim about mediation, it feels like the court might be favoring the defendant. Could this be judicial misconduct or even collusion? How do I even investigate something like that?
My Questions for the Group:
1. Is it normal for a court to falsify records about mediation? What can I do to correct this?
2. Can the court force me to serve a party (Valley Motors) after the case has already moved forward without them, especially when their involvement is minor ($1,500) compared to the main defendant ($18,000+)?
3. Why would the court impose a 90-day delay if they’re going to proceed against Mike’s Auto Repair anyway? Is this legal?
4. How do I find out if there’s collusion or misconduct happening here?
5. Should I file a complaint, appeal, or take other action?
I’m really frustrated and feel like I’m being railroaded. The damages from Mike’s Auto Repair are significant ($18,000+), and it feels like the court is focusing on the wrong thing by forcing me to serve Valley Motors, who’s only responsible for $1,500. If anyone has experience with something like this or knows a lawyer who can help, please let me know. I’d also appreciate any tips on how legal and ethical this is or is this how the legal process works?
Thanks in advance for your help!
Case Details:
• Defendant 1: Mike’s Auto Repair (primary defendant, responsible for damages exceeding $18,000.
• Defendant 2: Valley Motors (minor involvement, damages around $1,500).
Key Issues:
False Claim About Mediation:The court clerk stated that I refused to participate in mediation, but that’s completely false. Mediation happened on February 5, 2025, via Zoom, and I have proof (Zoom logs, emails with the mediator, and notes from the session). The mediator’s name is Sarah Thompson, and the session lasted nearly an hour. Why would the court falsify records like this? Is this even legal?
Forcing Service on Valley Motors:Valley Motors was named in the original filing back in December 2024, but they were never servedbecause the sheriff’s office failed to do it. The case has been moving forward against Mike’s Auto Repair this whole time, which is the main defendant responsible for over $18,000 in damages.
Valley Motors’ involvement is minor, with damages only around $1,500. Now, out of nowhere, the court is demanding I serve Valley Motors within 90 days, even though they were never part of the case. Why is this suddenly required, especially when the damages from Valley Motors are so small compared to Mike’s Auto Repair? Is this normal, or is the court bending the rules?
Arbitrary 90-Day Delay:The court said if I don’t serve Valley Motors in 90 days, the case will proceed against Mike’s Auto Repair anyway. But if that’s the case, why force this delay? It feels like they’re dragging this out for no reason, especially when the majority of the damages are tied to Mike’s Auto Repair. Is this just procedural red tape, or is it an abuse of discretion?
Possible Misconduct or Collusion:The court initially allowed the case to proceed against Mike’s Auto Repair but is now changing its stance. Combined with the false claim about mediation, it feels like the court might be favoring the defendant. Could this be judicial misconduct or even collusion? How do I even investigate something like that?
My Questions for the Group:
1. Is it normal for a court to falsify records about mediation? What can I do to correct this?
2. Can the court force me to serve a party (Valley Motors) after the case has already moved forward without them, especially when their involvement is minor ($1,500) compared to the main defendant ($18,000+)?
3. Why would the court impose a 90-day delay if they’re going to proceed against Mike’s Auto Repair anyway? Is this legal?
4. How do I find out if there’s collusion or misconduct happening here?
5. Should I file a complaint, appeal, or take other action?
I’m really frustrated and feel like I’m being railroaded. The damages from Mike’s Auto Repair are significant ($18,000+), and it feels like the court is focusing on the wrong thing by forcing me to serve Valley Motors, who’s only responsible for $1,500. If anyone has experience with something like this or knows a lawyer who can help, please let me know. I’d also appreciate any tips on how legal and ethical this is or is this how the legal process works?
Thanks in advance for your help!
