If a person stole a large amount of money from me and I am suing him, can he file for bankruptcy?

Yes. You have options, however. Speak with a bankruptcy attorney who handles creditor matters, he or she will know how to protect your rights in...

I am no longer friends with someone and I gave her my iPod as a gift free. I want it back. Can I legally take it back?

No. It was a gift, you cannot change your mind afterwords.

What am I supposed to do now that I have become successor trustee of my father's trust holding real property in Maine?

You really need to speak with a trust attorney. As trustee you owe a fiduciary duty to all of the beneficiaries, not just yourself. I do not have...

Can I force a news agency to change their article?

I agree with my colleague. You should speak with an attorney who handles such cases. One of the problems you face is showing that what was...

Can this be done?

It is hard to provide any advice without seeing the paperwork you have. If anything you should try and speak with a bankruptcy attorney to see if...

What are my options can I sue ? this has to end!

I agree with my colleague, you should talk with an attorney. You will be taken more seriously if you have an experienced foreclosure defense on...

I have a debt due on medical services rendered, and the Sheriff dept was not successful serving the client. options?

It appears that there is no judgment yet against the debtor (in the future be careful about using people's actual names, you could be sued in some...

I have been with the same man for 14 years is there common law would i be able to receive his retirement

My colleague is correct. There is no common law marriage in Maine. That means that you will have no spousal rights in regards to his social security.

Can I use the "unused" portion of the homestead exemption if I don't own my home.

No. You must have a residence, either a home or mobile home, that you own to claim this exemption.

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How soon do I have to get the process going?

I the statute of limitations on most tort claims is six years. If you intend to sue the ski resort then the statute of limitations is two years....