Unclean hands is not a defense in a lawsuit. If there are damages that were the result of a wrong, they can sue. You may be able to countersue if...

There is no automatic taking of children. If DCF does take the children, the parent will have the right to a hearing within 72 (business) hours. ...

I agree with my colleague. Keep diligent records of the damaged merchandise and send your landlord a certified letter demanding that they rectify...

Does the other party have a good chance of obtaining custody?

In order for the non-custodial parent to get physical custody, they must prove to the court that a custody change is in the best interests of the...

What can I do if I slip and fall in my apartment due to flooding from tenant above?

Did you seek medical treatment? If not, there are no recourses for you except to notify the landlord in writing and demanding that they rectify...

If the ticket is strictly in your name and you pay the fine, they will not be notified unless they pay the insurance with you being a covered...

What can I do?

Although you cannot stop the eviction, you may have counterclaims. One of the reasons that you cannot fight the eviction is that the court cannot...

Is Sanctions for Noncompliance a 9a procedure ?

Yes, you must follow the requirements of Rule 9a.

Am I tied to a lease that I was allowed to break by management (I'm listed as head of household) but adult daught won't move out

If your daughter has her own lease, management can evict her through the summary process. Because of her own lease, management can evict her...

Can I do a counterclaim if housing went to court to evict me for back rent owed when I never got a 14-day notice to pay?

You can file a motion and affidavit to vacate the judgment.