What kind of attorney do I need, or do I need one?

Yes, you want a civil litigator, but you want one who SPECIFICALLY does construction law. I've learned from my construction law colleagues that...

Is it illegal for a 16 year old male to have sex with a 23 year old male in Massachusetts, if the 16 year old gives consent?

Excuse me, but can't you date someone who is your own age? What makes you think dating a girl (and she IS a girl) is a good idea? And where are her...

I have an "independant contractor" working in my salon. She performed an illegal service on a client. Can I let her go?

Is she REALLY an independent contractor under Massachusetts law? Do you have a written contract? If so, what does it say? I strongly suggest...

Should I plea the 5th?

I STRONGLY suggest you consult with an attorney. Do not discuss this situation with anyone else before you do. Be mindful that DCF is not subject...

As a business Administration student I have a pretty good idea about predatory loans, and how judges are trying to crack down af

You didn't cash the check, so you weren't harmed, and therefore there's nothing to sue about However, you may want to alert the appropriate state...

My husband is in nursing home with dimenta and parkinson what i would like to know is i turn his social sercurity disable check

You really need to sit down with a good tax preparer or CPA. Depending on your combined incomes and the amount being paid to the nursing home, you...

My ex girlfriend opened an account with the electrical company using my social security number.

If she used your Social Security number this way, what else has she done with it? Go to www.annualcreditreport.com. Under federal law, you are...

How can I find legal help reviewing financial aid with my current school?

Start by talking to the financial aid office at your school. If you're not satisfied with the answer, there are private financial aid counselors,...

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My ex-husband died of cancer 13 months ago. What happens to all of the $$ he paid into social security?

The problem you face is the length of your marriage. In order to collect Social Security benefits as a divorced surviving spouse, you must have...

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Will she lose her benefits and SSI

The answer is "it depends." Housing, SSI, Medicaid and food stamps all have different eligibility rules. Unfortunately, disclaiming -- that is,...