Can I have her wages garnished if her and her husband have jobs in order to get my money if I win in court?

This is a small claims matter, where you will most likely receive a payment review hearing if you prove your claim. Wage garnishment is not likely...

Can I get my fees back from attorney that lost two cases due to 'inexcusable neglect'?

You say "any advice is welcome." Mine is this: Seek ways to de-escalate the conflicts in your life.

Can I sue for fraud?

This is an understandably upsetting and frustrating experience, but I agree with my colleague that this is not a matter for the courts. Dating...

Is the 20 page limit for ordinary motion moving papers in MA only for law memo or does it include affidavits?

Affidavits are not included, but the nature of the question, which goes to how the courts apply their rules, underscores the value of having the...

Selected as the best answer

I understand it can be upsetting to receive a subpoena. You are not, however, being summoned to "testify against" your friend. You are being...

In MA - what would the majority of judges rule on this?

I think Attorneys Pennock and Brinkmeier are spot on. The precise language of the agreement is key. If it is vague, which happens, you'd need to...

Do I have any legal ramifications against this corrupt judicial system?

The doctrine of sovereign immunity blocks such claims. Although it will not be a satisfying answer, the options for those frustrated with our...

My divorce papers say my ex is responsible for paying house mortgage and refinancing to remove my name after 1 year. It has been

If it's a clear and unequivocal order and he's not in compliance, a complaint for contempt could be warranted. The court could also make him pay...

Car wrongfully towed from owned parking spot. Anyway to get towing fee back?

Sorry that this happened. The best approach may be to politely bring the matter to your neighbor's attention and appeal to the better angels of...

How do I file a petition for a "writ of certiorari"?

In nearly every case, appeals from federal district courts first go to a U.S. Court of Appeals for the applicable circuit. The cert petition stage...