I agree that appeals of these types of orders are rarely successful. Telephone records can be very personal in nature and the judge in the matter...

Is it legal for my landlord to increase my rent after successfully defending myself in court for an eviction?

This may be retaliation. Speak to an experienced housing attorney. Retaliation can open the landlord up to punitive-type damages unless he can...

Want to file motion for continuance but think I don't have sufficient time now since notice arrived 10 days prior.

I am not sure what the issue is here. The first day available is before the hearing. I would speak to your supervisor as soon as possible to...

Have her request it in writing and answer her in writing (preferably signed by her). In the writing, state that you are specifically allowing this...

How does security deposit work, and how much will I get back?

How much was the monthly rent? In MA, a landlord can only charge up to one month's rent for security. If he or she did not handle the security...

Water damage from main water supply

For a water line break, probably nothing but you can file a claim with the city's insureance company. If you intend on doing so, save all of the...

This is unhealthy behavior and surroundings for my child and what can I do about it?

You can file a Complaint for Modification if the visitation is court-ordered. In addition to the complaint, file a Motion for Temporary Orders...

How do i get a court ordered lien removed from my paycheck? It is to pay off a credit card debt.

I would assume that the order also provided statutory post judgment interest in the amount of 12% per year.

Your settlement was an asset from the injuries. When a healthcare insurance company pays your mediccal bills, they can lien the case for...

Contract question

Many "non-competing" clauses to employment contracts are a little tricky legally. First, you have to look at the contract as a whole. Is the...