Talk to an attorney. I'm not actually sure whether the lead inspection contingency is waivable, as a public health issue.

How to transfer power-of-attorney from one person to another ?

You can't transfer it. Your friend can execute a new one, though. Alternatively the niece can seek a guardianship or conservatorship, though it...

Hopefully you used a lawyer for the purchase. If not, hopefully you managed to acquire title insurance showing you own the parcel. In any case,...

How do I open an escrow account in which to deposit my rent while I work out a disagreement with my landlord ?

You should call an attorney. If the landlord is making those threats in writing, that is retaliation: A skilled attorney can get damages for the...

Can I sue my girlfriend in small claims court to be reimbursed for 25% of the value of a boat?

Yes, this is the sort of issue which can be resolved in small claims.

Is not letting a person work because of mandatory overtime pay legal?

Overtime is defined as "more than 40 hours in a week", not "more than 8 hours in a day." Employers usually have discretion to set working hours:...

Can my manager clock me out of work without notifying me first?

No, that is illegal and is a common employer violation in my field. If you're being clocked out early, that means you are not getting paid for...

Is it malpractice

If they left a clip: Yes, it would be malpractice. Call a lawyer to discuss.

Can the Attorney General drop charges that a company is accusing an employee of?

I don't think the AG will do much about your internal structure. But if you have evidence relating to large fraud, you may have a "qui tam" case...

Can I use my "first right of refusal" in a trust once the irs has their auction on 50% of a beneficial interest

You should immediately bring the trust to an attorney for review. This is too complex and high-value to answer without reading the trust.