I was hired as a contractor and my client owes me $5,000

Do you have a written contract? I agree with Keith, go for small claims. Don't wait for your client to set a date for payment--set it at 30 days...

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Freddy Mac has a program call "HARP Open Access”. What does that mean?

It sounds like you need help with your mortgage. If you are confused by what options are available to you, you should call your mortgage lender...

For the settlement agreement I requested and please to attend the court meetings incluind the trial my Atty denies never let me

While I understand that attorneys can make mistakes, I am always the one who is hesitant to go after my brothers and sisters for malpractice,...

Will a verbal notice of intent to leave stand in court if I was never on the lease?

Even though you had a verbal agreement for a month to month tenancy, you did give her notice in writing on Sept 29 that you were leaving (hopefully...

How can I go around a Habeus Corpus act involving an abusive situation?

To ensure your daughter's safety, you should immediately remove your daughter from the house, if she is being physically abused by your ex-mother...

Do I have a case against GMAC mortgage for 'predatory lending' & other unethical actions?

Can't answer your specific question because it's impossible to tell if you signed for a predatory loan or if GMAC was unethical in processing your...

My security deposit was never deposited into a savings account for me to collect interest on. Is that legal?

Have you already moved out? If so, a certified letter demanding your deposit should be sent immediately to your landlord. If you are still in the...

I agree with the above attorney, you are not trapped. His advice is sound--by filing, you can motion the court to arrange for financial assistance...

Do I need to pay for the time lanlord used to clean and handover apartment to next tenant ?

Questions is, did you put it in writing as your landlord asked? If not, then you should just pay the five days to avoid court. If you did put it...

Can I be demoted with out a new written offer letter?

I would defer to my employment brothers and sisters, but on a purely contracts basis, take a look at the offer and anything else you were given to...