What will the estimated fine be and what will happen if I don't pay said civil demand notice?

You weren't arrested and almost certainly will never be charged criminally. A civil demand is just that, under a law which permits store owners to...

Sounds like a nasty landlord. You might want to chat with a lawyer to see what else he/she's done wrong. Basically, if the lease says he/she will...

Marriage in MA when a party is divorced in another state

They may marry in MA when the OR divorce is final. On Massachusetts divorces there is a nisi waiting period before it is final. I have no idea...

There are several exceptions to the 10% penalty for early withdrawal of retirement funds; as far as I know, payment of student loans is not one of...

If I sue will it be likely that I win the case?

Depends on who is believed to be the liar. However, based on the facts you have given and the extent of the injuries you describe, I would not be...

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What are our rights as tenants?

You can only be evicted through a court proceeding, and this includes your nephew. If you are on a month-to-month (and not section 8) your...

My mother in law and my wife and I own a home together. She needed money to finish building her new home. We agreed to sign for

I doubt it, although you should run this by a lawyer, in person, with all your documents. This because she is a co-owner of your home and, unless...

Awarded a 209A upon behalf of my 5 yr old son late yesterday, but the father has not returned with him. What should I do?

Father probably not served with 209A order, from what you say. If this was an ex parte (he wasn't informed of the hearing) order, he may have a...

Non custodial parent moving out of state

Look at your separation agreement and decree for guidance. There would presumably be no opposition to your request for permission, and probably no...

Is there a big difference (as far as ramifications go) between a 14 & 30 day notice to quit?

I agree with Mr. Satterwhite, except that I don't think your semi-monthly rent payments make any difference. Thirty days are on up on a rent day,...