File a Civil Complaint - Initial Steps to Commence an Action

[@bryantnonya8704]

Thank you for making a video that doesn't completely put me to sleep. I tried to learn about civil filing process from other videos but I just want to go into an eternal slumber when I'm watching them...

[@staceyownsnothing]

Much appreciated!! Hope it helps

[@bryantnonya8704]

@@staceyownsnothing what I really mean to say is this style of dictation should be considered torture from a lot of this stuff I'm watching on youtube. I'm actually being serious, it's almost a form of psychological torture... Your video is more like I'm hearing real advice from a real person...

[@LDevonne7]

You did a great job explaining this and showing us the rules! This is by far the best video I've seen

[@CarolJudyButler]

I am currently suing a city and a police officer and Ma'am I tell you One thing, you have been a huge huge help thank you so much!!

[@bernadettejean6061]

Refer me your lawyer please

[@CarolJudyButler]

@@bernadettejean6061 I Am pro SE

[@embracingchange1130]

Me too ! But I’m pro se 🥵

[@jamesscaggs3969]

​@@bernadettejean6061 if they are watching this video, they're doing it pro se. No lawyer.

[@iamhalfteddybear]

Me too! I'm on the struggle rn...recently wrongfully terminated and within 6 months, this occurred - kzbin.info/www/bejne/an7HomiYaK1goNUsi=mCdNIMYE8gJcPMg3 If anyone is down to share examples of complaints filed or tell me how to access real examples, even if redacted, it would help so much - my mind is spinning given my current circumstances and I can't seem to stop the overanalysis that I'm going through. Depression and anxiety have limited my ability to effectively communicate 😞

[@lacavilosa2.438]

Thank you so much for your instruction....you are my first step to my complaint....I APPRECIATE your time and effort😊

[@sunoverla11]

Isn't she great?❤

[@sunkiss3827]

Thank you for your time and information I used all these steps today to file a complaint against my employer 🎉 just wanted to take the time to come back and say thanks!!! I will return to let you know the outcome ❤️

[@staceyownsnothing]

@sunkiss3827 I Love it!! Definitely let me know! 🙌

[@sunkiss3827]

We need a video on who to serve to a corporation and how to fill out the summons for the correct person to receive it… Because proper form is hard

[@briank.1916]

Thank you for the knowledgeable content! Simply on the basis of learning the initial process in formally filing a lawsuit, I am thoroughly impressed. I look forward to more content like this!

[@ansonbills5403]

More videos on this topic best video ever🎉

[@kimbalieonu8874]

Yes, please!!!!

[@puddin_8799]

The best video i have stumbled across i am so ready to start my paper work and get things started.... thanks so much for this video and information.

[@andygonzalez5778]

God bless you and all your family tree,because this video answer all my questions.....so simple and so much........God be with you.....❤

[@EricCalves]

Thank You So Very Much for this information…!!! Extremely Helpful…!!! I’m about to file a 42 USC 1983 Lawsuit against San Antonio, San Antonio Police Department, and 2 police officers…!!! Thank you again - Very, very, very helpful video…!!!

[@JoolieOoliee]

Best of luck!!!! God be with you. God bless America.

[@JoolieOoliee]

Any update?

[@Empressjen]

Filling fee can be waived in my state!!! Thank you for your help this has been so helpful

[@staceyownsnothing]

@@Empressjen That's great news!

[@whydotheathensrage]

If you have any more detail on SSDI civil action, that would be helpful, thanks for the information, well done..

[@icyblue8]

Really great video thank you for sharing. The only thing I would’ve probably added is just a sidenote to check your jurisdiction if you’re allowed to serve via certified mail as well and Lou of the process server or the sheriffs or doing the waiver of service.

[@jett888]

I am so appreciative that you took the time and your knowledge to help us. I am trying to decide if I am going to name the individuals in their official capacity or as city officials. Does it make a difference? This is dealing with the fact that each person played a role in an " exclusive use" contract that locked out the public 24/7, 365 days s year for 5 years from accessing a public park facility ( arena) that is located in a public park, in which the horse owning community has used for decades. Many people were part of this. My horses are going crazy and they now have nowhere to run. The city gave a private club the authority to lock out the public from accessing this facility. They have made false police reports and i have been detained twice now by the police

[@staceyownsnothing]

@jett888 I personally would name each of the officers that are involved and also their department. For example, in GA, the sheriff is responsible for ALL its deputies actions so if I would file a case against the sheriff's office I would list the specific deputies and then the sheriff as well. Of course, not all states are the same so you can also review some case law in your jurisdiction to see how others have handled similar situations. That's typically what I do prior to filing my caes(s). Hope this helps and hoping for success in your case!

[@jett888]

@@staceyownsnothing Thank you. I won in the court against a person who maliciously filed a "workplace violence" restraining order. (She doesn't even work at the Park that she's trying to restrain me from and I've only met her for 40 seconds in my life and it was documented- nothing even aggressive was spoken) The judge (after having to go through 356+ pages of "evidence" found "NO Violence..." So, now I'm going to draw up a compilation of "Reckless disregard for the truth" as well as an injunctive relief, and a Civil Code 3334 (CA) for "Loss of use of Land" as a Private club has been locking a public arena in a public park and the Rangers and city officials are acting with deliberate indifference. Nobody answers letters and it was only after I sent a demand letter to all of them, demanding they remove the public nuisance lock the was placed on the public arena, and a respectful request of $$ for every day the locks remained- It was followed up the next day with the Private Club texting and emailing all these city officials saying she's going to file a restraining order on me (they replied: Sounds good) and they had meetings. So it seems like a lot of conspiring is taking place and a total disregard for the publics right to use park lands. The club has private remote cameras w/ auditory capability so anytime I go there they send people out to harass me. They called the cops twice who detained me twice- threatened to take away my horse and arrest me. There weren't any signs on the arena and I've used that facility for over 23 years. The community has used the arena for 41 years. Now they are calling it "Private" So I am using both the Estoppel and Laches argument in this case. On top of it, this club received a $25,000 "Neighborhood Reinvestment Grant" but yet they LOCK the arena and are blocking the public out for 5 years, 24/7. I have all the codes /laws behind me (CA Resource Code 5400-5409 as well as the cities own municipal codes.) The level of targeting against me because I'm speaking out is pretty disturbing. It seems they are only interested in targeting me because Other people cut the locks and use the facility but yet no police or actions have been brought on them, so it's time to stand up. These city officials and the private club (President) are acting corrupt. Thank you for your information.

[@staceyownsnothing]

@jett888 I LOVE that you won!! Definitely have to hold people accountable because they'll continue to violate us. They definitely like to target those who take a stand, so I'm extremely happy you took a stand and WON!! 🎉

[@lamardsol]

by law the people have to have equal access to the courts so no one actually has to pay any fees also the courts are funded

[@channonknight3417]

Commendable candor 😊

[@audreydarnell3263]

How can a person representing themselves have equal access to the law library of the county if they say it’s o key for lawyers?

[@Truthseeker728]

​@@audreydarnell3263because a "pro se" litigant acts in place of "party" "representative" "counsel". Because when someone's a Pro Se Litigant (defense for this example) they are seen by the courts as more than one "person" but being a single physical embodiment of those specific titles ....

[@sunkiss3827]

I used these steps filed today and paid nothing

[@LuxeprivaeMedia]

what law says no one has to pay fees? Take your time...

[@steveroxannegonzales1030]

This has been so helpful, I might be asking more questions later on down the line.

[@philmolineaux7757]

...you are my next candidate for Supreme Court Justice

[@wolvesofblackwallstreet6780]

Thank you for making this video.

[@ebonyjoi634]

This is awesome! Question do I need to send the Summons with the Complaint??

[@goddessgaea19]

Thank You...Genius for my Paralegal Class

[@marycolton5024]

How do you go about finding a defendant who has moved ? For service?

[@Birds_eye_journal]

You are a wonderful person... Thanks

[@gilbryan2485]

Awesome job on this video! 👏👏👏

[@madamscientist]

That was extremely helpful and understandable!

[@johnpick8336]

Awesome Thank you Stacey.Owns Nothing !

[@Silverspadenews]

Thank You soooo much for your time!!!

[@Silverspadenews]

Would have a few minutes to chat please? Or even a short phn conversation... I'm battling a major asbestos exposure... I mention the word "asbestos" and every attorney I spoke to shy away from even looking at my case... it's crazy! Federal and state safety guidelines are being overlooked by our government officials and as a result, people are being poisoned.

[@elizabethquintero777]

THANK YOU!

[@jasoncrone2710]

Crandall v. Nevada SCOTUS free access. Art 1 Sect 10 is free access

[@bonnielewis6684]

Hello the information you provided was great. I have a question: I filed a petition and the defendant responded, what would be my next step?

[@nycpowergroup]

Did they answer the complaint or are they seeking a motion to dismiss?

[@lenaely6146]

Motion practice...or a status hearing for case management...

[@DaPPlschamp33]

Could you say How this differs as far as filing pro se disability social security?thank you for your video!

[@seanschelb]

outstanding video!!! very informative! Well done!

[@SPANKA.]

Great video!! All we gotta do is read a lil bit

[@Georgia-k1q]

Stacey. 141 pages has to be attached with the civil complaint,? Are the forms the same forms for all States ?and the filing fee depends what state you reside in.

[@staceyownsnothing]

@Georgia-k1q Hey! I'm not sure what you mean by '141 pages has to be attached with the civil complaint.' Not all federal filing forms for a civil complaint are the same in all states. There are some forms that can be used throughout any jurisdiction and those can be found on www.uscourts.gov. Each jurisdiction has it's own local rules so while you want to review the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure you also need to review the Civil Local Rules for your specific jurisdiction. Yes, filing fee amounts are different based on your jurisdiction. In addition, from the www.uscourts.gov site, you can search Fee Waiver Application Forms and get the application. Hope this helps!

[@jusshy]

Thank you so much for this!

[@ashmeenmodikhan60]

Should there evidence attached to the complaint as to the injured party?

[@dwaynedansby6066]

The complaint form in the NOTICE box says except as noted on the form. Hope this helps

[@victorcastillon1389]

thank you so much!!

[@Payne33]

I am not sure if I missed this or if you will even see this. So now the initial forms are giving when you pay the fee or does something need to be written stating the complaint?

[@staceyownsnothing]

You'd fill out the forms and submit the forms with the fee.

[@CarolJudyButler]

Hello Stacey if you can answer my question I would appreciate it very much. I have started my complaint with the United States district court. And I received a notice and election regarding consent to proceed before a united states magistrate Judge. Well I will consent. However I don't know what to put in the section where it says Party Role Plaintiff or Defendant. If you can answer my question I would appreciate it. I can not find any one else that can answer my question. Thanks

[@staceyownsnothing]

Hey. Under Rule 73, the clerk will send that notice to both parties (Plantiff and Defendant) to complete. As the Plantiff on your filed complaint, you'd fill out that consent form as the Plantiff as well. Hope this helps!

[@CarolJudyButler]

Yes it helps a lot thank you

[@CarolJudyButler]

Evening Stacey update on my case and I hope you can help me out. So I filed everything than I received a notice to resubmit a motion to proceed in forma paupperis and 2 Register with the e-filing system Ordered By the Magistrate Judge My deadline was set for May 31st well I did that and everything was stamped by the clerk. However I'm approaching the deadline and as of today nothing else has occurred in my case. Infact it's still saying cure deadline by May 31st I'm getting concerned and worried. I've called the clerk yesterday and today and they won't tell me anything. Except said if the judge needs me to do anything else sh will let me know. Well I don't know Why but I've just been worried sick and don't know what to do next. Those were the only 2 things that the judge had ordered me to do and I did it, and hopefully correct. I just haven't seen any activity in my case. I just want the ball to start rolling and get the defendant's served. Should I worry or is this just normal for them not to do anything with the case right away. I would appreciate it if you can at least eas my mind lol

[@staceyownsnothing]

@user-tr7fs3of4p Hey! If you've done everything asked of you, and you have the court stamped filings then it's really a waiting game. They'll notify you. You can also check your filings in the Pacer system, but as long as you have the stamped copies from the clerk then you've done your part. I waited months and months before I received anything from the judge. You can keep following up, but they have to notify you. Even if denied to proceed in forma pauperis, you can appeal it. It's very time consuming but as long as you do everything asked then you just wait for a response. Keep going! You got this!

[@CarolJudyButler]

@@staceyownsnothing thank you so much 👍

[@ivoryrosewood1864]

Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!

[@whydotheathensrage]

Thanks , i will give it a go :)

[@Longevitywealthyjourney2024]

I need help with creating an example lawsuit for my class, can you help me?

[@yaboyg4895]

Do you help people draft complaints. I’m in GA too

[@staceyownsnothing]

Unfortunately I don't as I don't provide legal advice. If you have questions you can ask in the comments and I can try to answer to the best of my ability or possibly direct you to where you may find the answer.

[@staceyownsnothing]

A lot of what you need will be in the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and if you need the formatting for the complaint you can go to the uscourts.gov site, and it'll give you templates.

[@stuwegoodlow1680]

Good video 💯

[@RacquelRain-cc1ks]

Hello, I would like to visit more about this video. Would you consider visiting with me on this procedure? This a very informative video and I am in the process of working on this as I have had difficulty locating an attorney for my case. Thank you

[@iamatruthseeker]

Can i write my responses with ink pen on the form? I have one old computer not really capable of editing and typing in answers

[@staceyownsnothing]

@iamatruthseeker Yes you can.

[@iamatruthseeker]

You are amazing thank you

[@CoolGuy-xx8qr]

Does this work against a company such as a shopping center or a store that you been discriminated against?

[@1bruceleefernandez840]

Can l sue the family Court Judge?

[@NZKIWINZ]

Great thank you.

[@wayne7085]

The first page Civil Rules of Civil procedures is 144 pages. Are all those pages necessary? I'm in State Delaware. Would you be kind enough to help me out with the civil rights form for Delaware?

[@staceyownsnothing]

@@wayne7085 Hey! You can start with this site: courts.delaware.gov/rules/ and this link: courts.delaware.gov/forms/

[@wayne7085]

@@staceyownsnothing would it be a State or federal form for civil rights violations? Also, I don't have the State employees real name, They lie about who they are. Is there a website to locate this woman. She works for crises intervention here in Delaware.

[@staceyownsnothing]

@wayne7085 To obtain the state employees name, you can file a FOIA request to the department the employee works. You can Google 'FOIA Request' and then your city or county name (i.e. FOIA Request New Castle County) and they should have a form you can fill out and send to the dept. In that FOIA, you can request things you may need (i.e. employee reprimands, employee oath of office, and anything else you may need that's not exempt). They will have a certain # of days to respond by law. Some jurisdictions are 10 days so you can double check your jurisdiction. To file your lawsuit in federal court your case, based on your comment, would be based on a violation of federal law, 42 U.S.C. § 1983, also known as the Civil Rights Act of 1871...(and also called a 1983 lawsuit). 28 U.S.C. § 1331 - is called a ''federal question'' case. The law involved may be the United States Constitution or it may be a statute passed by Congress. Some may choose to file in state court depending on the circumstances of the case. For example, a defendant may violate your rights under the federal 1983 statute, but state law may give you more protection, so you may choose to file your case in state court rather than federal court. It's really up to you. Some file in federal because typically it's perceived that federal judges have better clerks, better experience, and better education, which may influence how well they adhere to established law, interpret statutes, and interpret case law. If you want to sue a government employee for violating your rights, you have to show that they acted under the Color of Law... This basically means that due to their position as a government official, they had the authority or perceived authority to carry out the enforcement of the law and misused that authority. Hope this helps.

[@coolride1401]

hi, can you use this same form when file in state court like texas

[@staceyownsnothing]

Hey! You can use the forms from the www.uscourts.gov site, but you can also look on the State of Texas website and see if they have any other forms you may need.

[@coolride1401]

Thank you for replying, I can’t find any forms like this for the state of Texas. I think you have to make a word document.

[@staceyownsnothing]

@coolride1401 What county do you live in? Check the county site as well.

[@ebonyjoi634]

How do I serve a federal summons in NC

[@staceyownsnothing]

Hey! You'll want to look at both the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Civil Local Rules (of your jurisdiction), and it'll tell you how to serve notice.

[@OperationChicago]

Nice video Stacey, any chance you have a few to jump in a Zoom meeting ?

[@antoniogaskill2543]

Hi...DO YOU HAVE AN EMAIL TO TALK MORE ABOUT THIS

[@anthonyvidal6360]

Hi Stacey, im currently in the middle of a forclosure, is it possible to contact you? I live in Atlanta georgia

[@marcosarreguin8146]

Don’t file a Complaint, file a Claim always go to court in the offensive NEVER as a “de-fendant” put the burden of prove on the “de-fendant” and search and learn, never hire an “attorney” they oath is to the corrupt judge an not you the public

[@abrahamgomez653]

I don't want to file a complaint because it will cause a mess. Is there an alternative to resolving my legal issues without filing a civil complaint.

[@staceyownsnothing]

You could look into arbitration or mediation depending on what you're trying to do.

[@abrahamgomez653]

@@staceyownsnothing Who do I contact ? There was a wrongful targeting

[@thehighvibe5528]

soooooo helpful

[@cathyspore6505]

Very interesting,!

[@cassandracalamia2501]

❤

[@thehighvibe5528]

im seeking to olace a civil suit against the Department of State for not issuing a passport without a sicial security number as a sovereign. i have copyrighted my name and social and strongly feel that this is an obvious violation of my rights.

[@dr.debbiewilliams]

I don't know anyone in Georgia any more

[@LastHourNetwork]

In forma pauperis

[@SIMONESANOUBANE]

To much power allow for bias judges i.e case laws mean judicial decisions that can be biased of judges' personal unethical illegal perspectives in application or interpretation of laws.

[@BenCrosby-kl4tw]

Your public servant should help with filling out the form. If they don't sue their bonds for violations of oat of office. If the judge defend the public servant not helping you. Sue the judge bonds for damages. Did vote for public servant not to be a public servant and not help u Why vote for public servant that help the people. They deceiving people to work for 28usc1461 foreign entity. That prove they don't work for the people. This means u can use the u.s. to file criminals and sue for damages For violations of oath of office your rights. The servant that concealed a crime. Always look for if the.court committed any crimes.

[@scottsmith6946]

Hi Stacey, is there a way to contact you? Email address or something..

[@hobeone1192]

.it's seems so simple, everything seems like some Arbitrary Jargon...probably to justify a price tag...

[@TC-qd1zw]

Funny how you pat taxes to,pay for Government Services, yet have to pay again. Good con eh.

[@al_lavery]

Thanks. Good 411 ps try to be mindful about saying "you know,you know" so many times

[@staceyownsnothing]

@@al_lavery Haha! Yea, work in progress.

[@DudButVideos]

thanks for the help