What type of lawyer can negotiate the amnt of back pay awarded and if substantial is a contingency fee common practice?

Those of us who do "wage and hour" work are qualified to address this. Without knowing more it's hard to say: Yes, wage/hour cases are often taken...

Can I sue my college for classes not taught?

It really depends on the terms of your contract with the school. It sounds like you may have a claim.

Do I have to move out if landlords smelld weed in my apartment one time do I get my money back 1st&last month rent?

Your landlord cannot kick you out for violating the terms of your lease, without PROVING the violation in court. Even if that happens, the...

Do I have to respond to former insurance carrier who cancelled my policy and now contacting me about prior accident?

You should not speak to your insurer directly. You should hire a lawyer to handle this. Remember, your insurer is primarily concerned with *not...

Mass foreclosure/eviction

If the foreclosure has not happened yet, get an attorney ASAP! You may be able to stop it. But to answer the question: The bank cannot evict...

Would I need a petition to partition?

Get a lawyer ASAP and start the petition process. You won't win your request merely by making a claim, but you may be able to sue for some...

Need help with my employment related matter

You can call an attorney if you'd like. Avvo does not permit anyone here to contact you.

I have a Company in Mass that issued our company 4 checks? 3 are good 4th is no good after 45 days How to proceed?

Report it to the police ASAP, press charges ASAP, and get your own lawyer.

If you have a business joint bank (checking)account with someone for ten years is it legal to withdraw money from that account

If you're on the account, you can generally use the account. That is the point of a joint account. With that said, this may be an exception. If...

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Do I need to continue child support?

Based on what you describe, you might be able to file for a modification to reduce, or even stop, support.