Trial

In a family law case, pre-trial occurs before the trial where both sides lay out their case and judge gives his or her thoughts in the hope you can...

At a hearing where only one party attends can arguments be made by the opposing side

It is a little confusing what has occurred. On an emergency motion, a judge can decide with only one party is there - if he/she feels an emergency...

Do I need to pay Civil Demand from CVS in Boston even after all the items were recovered?

No. Don't pay it.

Restriction order has expired. what is next?

Should be expired, but go to the Court and speak to one of the clerks or asst. registers about the status.

No contract sign betwin us.

Excellent advice from Atty. Claflin. If this is a civil summons (you'll know it is a civil case because a document called a complaint will have...

Conflict of interest with Judge and opposing side, who should be notified

Atty. Varszegi has given you good advice. The motion for recusal has to be filed with the judge at issue, but you do indeed need to tread very,...

Can I have a harassment prevention hearing done in Mediation?

Atty. Hutchins is correct both as to no mediation available and the fine line between "mediation" and threatening to intimidate her as a witness....

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What action can I take against DCF for unfair and irresponsible treatment?

We need to know what your role is more clearly. Atty Hutchins gave you good advice IF you are a party. As a party, you would be entitled to the...

Do I need a lawyer for tenants rights when landlord hires a police officer to do query check?

This is very confusing, however, if you were not a tenant yet - if the background check was part of the landlord's due diligence - you don't have...

IS 110,000 TOO MUCH TO CLAIM IN SMALL CLAIMS COURT

Far too much for small claims. District Court or maybe Superior Court is where you need to go, but as Atty. Hutchins said, you need to speak to an...