17 year old sibling in abusive situation with mother, wants to leave and live with me. What do we do?

As noted by my colleague, you can and should apply for temporary guardianship of your sister, which will afford the Court the opportunity to...

How long does it take to get the summons when you file for divorce?

It depends on how "backed up" the Court is. Plymouth at one point was issuing summons after an 8 week delay. Trust your attorney, as my...

My tenants who gave notice to vacate (no lease) will not allow potential new tenants to view the property. Where do I stand?

You are correct, you are entitled to show the home to potential new tenants, upon "reasonable" notice to current tenants, preferably 24 hours...

Attorney Callahan is absolutely correct. I only add that you may wish to consult experienced real estate counsel to assist you with this sale and...

Writing a true story what are the rules of previous marriage telling abuse, court proceedings in media?

I would urge you NOT to use the real names of any party involved, and instead you can indicate that this novel was based in part of your own real...

Waterfront or Water-view?

Unless the house also owns the property on the other side of the street, on the water side, legally it is only water view and not...

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There may be some language in the condominium documents that prohibits a business use of your residence (condo), but otherwise, no. You should...

How do I get a guardian for a friend who has end stage liver cancer?

How awful for your friend. The first question is: what is the extent of his incapacity? If he is unable due to illness to make decisions...

I have joint custody but am not primary parent can imove out of state and get a new visitation and parenting plan

I interpret your question to be that you are not primary custodial parent, and you, alone (without the child) wish to move out of state, and, also,...

Is harassment that takes place by an agent of the LL a "bad condition" or "breach of quiet enjoyment"

It certainly sounds as though it is a breach of "quiet enjoyment," but depending on what it is that requires repair and maintenance, it could also...