I feel my parents received a 700,000 settlement but only received 150,000 can I find out what the lawyer did with the rest ?

Short answer yes. The lawyer takes a third, then the client may have the lawyer pay any or all of the bills that have accrued during the suit, ie...

I was assaulted by store employees who thought I was shoplifting and arrested, who should I call? Do I have a solid civil case?

If you are seriously considering pursuing a civil case against the store and those gentlemen I'd suggest you don't post anything further about it...

Can police handcuff me and force me into rescue squad for medical attention?

I'd suggest speaking to a personal injury attorney in your area, depending on the treatment you will require for the rib and a few other factors...

Attorney fee for easily dismissed (wrongful) felony charge?

If he is being charged with a felony $2,000.00 is not quite high. It is actually quite low. Where I practice Misdemeanors range from $1500 to...

What happens if the plaintiff brakes an ex parte?

If there is a signed court order in place that says the neither party may remove the child from the State of Rhode Island without mutual consent or...

Laurie, DCYF rulings can be appealed but I don't think there is an option for expungement. If I'm mistaken I'm sure one of my colleagues will...

I need legal advice from a lawyer in san antonio, tx regarding someone who scammed me out of some collectibles.

You should direct your Avvo inquiry to a Texas forum.

Hi, I am trying to decide if I have been properly served in the state of Rhode Island.

If the court is convinced that you are aware of the proceedings against you (notice) then they can proceed against you. If you want to challenge...

My husband and I want to split up but we don't have the money for an attorney at the time. I want to make sure I am protected.

You need to have it all drafted and entered into the record during the process for an absolute divorce. You are not covered unless you have...

Parking Pass

No. It wouldn't be unreasonable for them to deny it either. I'd suggest speaking with them about your situation and see what they think.