My husband abandoned me and my children nov 24/13. After I had open heart surgery in September.

Before filing anything, I suggest you schedule an appointment with a family law attorney to discuss all of your options. Legal Disclaimer: If...

Can I still pursue a claim 4 months after a slip and fall?

Yes.You should obtain needed medical care and treatment immediately and follow the doctor's advice. Do not give any statement to the adverse party...

I have a question regarding ethics.

I agree with your reaction to this attorney's comment. Regardless of whether or not you signed a formal retainer agreement or contract with this...

I was in a not at fault accident and the other party had no insurance.Can I sue him in small claims court for injuries/deduct?

The elements of damages that you wish to recover should have been recovered by your attorney for you under your uninsured motorist coverage. When...

I suggest that you quickly arrange a face-to-face meeting with your attorney to advise him of your current concerns and that you hope for him to...

I was arrested for retail theft and furnishing alcohol to a minor should I get a lawyer?

Your situation is extremely fact dependent. I suggest you post no further information on the Internet and pay for a criminal defense attorney to...

Is it legal to require waitresses to pay a portion of tips to FOH staff? Any case law with servers challenging tip pools?

I am not aware of any statute or rule pertaining to this, however, I suggest that you contact the Vermont Dept. of Labor & Industry at 802-828-2286...

Are papers legal when the legal name is not used? I.e. maiden name used?

What kind of papers? About what? Filed where?

Shoplifting from JC Penny

Unless you are placed into diversion and your arrest and sentence expunged, retail theft will probably remain on your record for the rest of your...

Would it do any good to hire a wrongful death attorney? 22-year-old driver rear-ended a stopped car on freeway; 1 death.

Of course this is worth pursuing. Do not give any statement to the adverse party or insurance company nor grant them access to any medical records....