Hiring Attorney During Case

Summary

You can hire an attorney at any stage of your case in Tennessee. Its beneficial to hire one early for thorough preparation. Grounds for a new trial include juror misconduct, new evidence, and legal errors. The frequency of granting a new trial varies and is at the judges discretion.

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Can i hire an attorney at any time during my case
Yes, you can hire an attorney at any stage of your case. However, it's usually beneficial to get one as early as possible. Can you tell me where you're located? Laws may vary depending on the jurisdiction.
Dyer county, tennessee
Hello ****, in Tennessee:
- You can hire an attorney at any point in your case.
- It's often beneficial to hire one early for thorough case preparation.
- Also, consider that some attorneys might decline late stage cases due to inadequate preparation time.
What happens if i am granted a new trial
Hello ****, in Tennessee, if you're granted a new trial:
- The previous verdict is nullified.
- The case is retried as if the first trial never happened.
- You can present new evidence and witnesses.
- The outcome may be different from the first trial.
What are the grounds i can file motion for a new redial in
In Tennessee, grounds for a motion for a new trial may include:
- Juror Misconduct
- Newly discovered evidence that was not available at the time of trial
- Ineffective assistance of counsel
- Legal errors made during the trial
- Bias or misconduct by the judge.
How often is a new trial granted
In Tennessee, the frequency of granting a new trial can vary. It depends on the specifics of each case, like the severity of errors made during trial or newly discovered evidence. Such decisions are at the judge's discretion.