What is the definition/explanation of "Clear and convincing evidence to the contrary" as rebuttal to "Presumption of gift"?

There are different degrees of the persuasiveness of evidence. The lowest standard, applicable in civil cases generally, is "preponderance of the...

Can you be put under house arrest if not convicted of a Crime in the state of Vermont?

The portion of the Vermont Statutes dealing with bail and recognizances speaks directly to your question, and I have provided a link to that...

A judge denied my constitutional right to a court appointed attorney, is that legal

Have a look at this bar prep book regarding the right of an indigent defendant to counsel where the threat of imprisonment (felonies and some...

The Seventh Amendment provides that "In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury...

What does the statue of limitations do and mean?

The statute of limitations exists to limit the time within which legal claims may be brought in court. Generally speaking, the statute of...

Should I seek the advice of an attorney to make sure I have the appropriate amount of business insurance?

I would think an insurance broker would be the appropriate person. It is insurance brokers who can tell you about average claims payouts and...

I was let go of my job due to a company was being extremely rude.

Generally speaking, an employee who holds employment at will, i.e., someone who is not employed under a contract committing employer to employ him...

We have an appeal to the Supreme Court in process. The plaintiff has filed a derivative action at the same time Is this legal?

The relevant facts must be described in sufficient detail to permit meaningful analysis. You describe a derivative action, so I understand that...

Can a famous musician be sued because they stopped singing a song to publically embarrass me because i was taking a picture

Anyone can sue anyone for anything. But if you sue over this, you will lose.

I asked a question over 24 hrs ago and haven't got response yet.

The lawyers who answer questions on Avvo are volunteers. Be patient. Maybe the one who has some information which would be helpful hasn't seen...