can I represent myself in a tort claim?
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can I represent myself in a tort claim?
Asked on March 24, 2016 under Malpractice Law, Kentucky
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
If you personally are either suing or being sued, then yes; a person has the right to represent him- or herself. But if it is an LLC or corporation which is suing or being sued, then even if it is your business, you need an attorney: only a lawyer may represent an LLC or corporation in court.
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