Moved Based on False Promise of a Job

[eerelations]

You also need to find out in whose name these substantial assets are. If in his name, fine, but if in your MIL's name, you may not be able to attach them. Ask your attorney about this.

[ESteele]

OP, with all due respect, an expensive home and expensive cars do not constitute the type of attachable substantial assets which would make such litigation practical. Even assuming for the sake of discussion your father owns the home and the car without any liens, he could fairly readily declare bankruptcy to protect these assets if you succeeded in obtaining a substantial judgment against him. Moreover, in all likelihood, the home and vehicles are already encumbered. Even if you win a lawsuit, you would find it difficult, if not impossible, to attach these assets successfully.

In contrast, if he has substantial non-resident real estate holdings and/or investments, then it could prove worthwhile to pursue him. Again, you should discuss the foregoing and all of the other matters touched on by the responders here with local counsel.