Can I take to small claims court?

A "defect in ways" claim requires notice to the municipality within 30 days. MGL c. 84, s. 18....

When police have a search warrant can they open your mail?

Theoretically, if the warrant if the mail is covered by the scope of the warrant. If your angle here is because it is mail and that is somehow...

Final divorce decree states that Mediator handle child custody issues/ EX files complaint & judge holds teleconference w/atty

Thank you for the additional info. No, the judge is the final word. Mediators don't overrule judges - it is the other way around. Not sure why...

If a spouse refuses to attend a divorce hearing and a warrant for arrest is made, can the arrest be made in any state?

I am not sure that any warrant for arrest would be issued for mere non-appearance. Perhaps if a contempt judgment is issued and jail time is one of...

I purchased some NFL team fabric and wanted to make an item for sale to the public. How do I get approval to use it?

I would presume you need permission of the NFL (offices in NYC) and possibly also the particular team. I would have an attorney represent you, a...

I loaned a friend $5,000.00. I now live in Massachusetts my friend still resides in New York. Which State do I file the claim?

New York.

I agree that because child support isn't involved, you won't get much help. The difficulty is a function of what clues you have to his whereabouts....

Moving out of state for a new job do I have to notify the court?

Assuming you are the non-custodial parent, you are free to leave. You have to appear in court, as NY will retain jurisdiction. If you want the...

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Can alimony be terminated based on resolution it was granted?

If alimony was sought and granted after the divorce, then I must assume your divorce agreement or judgment left the issue of alimony open, and thus...

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Collect back rent

You can send it to a collection agency, but the small amount might not generate any willingness to take the case. You'd also lose 1/3 at least to...