Clients have, from time to time, given me gifts, more in the nature of souvenirs, or brought something back from their own country. But your...

Sounds like a shoplifting charge. You can probably get it dismissed outright --- the store got money from you and likely won't show up. The court...

Can I communicate things that are necessary to the person who has a restraining order against me if it is to his/her lawyer?

I agree with the previous answers, but would add that (depending on the amount of money owed) you might want to retain a lawyer to consult with her...

Could I take the competitor offer out of the state in the next 3 months?

My understanding, as a non-specialist in this area, is that non-compete contracts in MA are not favored, particularly as to lengthy time periods...

How do i file a default judgment? does it leave the decision in the hands of the judge, or is it already a JUDGEMENT?

If you filed and served a summons along with a complaint, presumably through a sheriff, you would then file the "return" of service, (the process...

Recourse for former roommate with unpaid rent

You are jointly and severally responsible for the rent to the landlord. How you work things out with your ex(s? you use a plural pronoun?) is a...

Can I stop child support payments when my child turns 23 regardless of their current student status?

I agree with Ms. Samuels, but would emphasize that you can never stop paying without either a stipulation from the other side and/or a court order.

Police can't track the plate number..

Do you or a household member own a car? If so, you are covered under its PIP (no fault) which will pay your medicals and some lost wages, and also...

What type of atty. does my son need? He borrowed $ (not stole) from work. He wants representation to facilitate the repayment.

He should pay it back, ASAP. If this is a few hundred or a couple of thousand, it is less than he will need for any kind of lawyer. He should...

Is this a case of extortion regarding my older landlord?

I mostly agree with Mr. Lipkin, who has done a fine job of analysis of your case -- see my niggling comment! Additionally, you may have a consumer...