Do I have a case for defamation of character.

Assuming that the allegations are false, then your husband would have a defamation case.

What recourse do I have against a neighbor developing his property with an improper but approved permit?

Ok, assuming it is all as you say, the one critical thing that is missing is timing. We do not know when these permits were issued, when they were...

Can former employer sue to recover Severance Pay?

I would be surprised if your severance agreement did not say something about making claims. You would have to have someone look at the complaint...

Probably not a problem. And, most likely not a problem for you - only the paralegal would have to worry about it. You are entitle to represent...

On deed and not mortgage, can the trustee take our house if I file alone?

No - the trustee will almost certainly *not* sell the house under the circumstances you described. Filing BK individually when you are married has...

Can a municipality regulate the types of businesses that may may into the town?

Yes (but...) The zoning board or the Town's ZEO enforces the zoning regulations. The zoning regs dictate (more or less) what may be done in which...

What can I do to legally maximize my future insurance settlement/claim?

Professor, the best thing you can do while vetting attorneys is to be a good patient, and a bad patient. Here is what I mean: be a good patient by...

What can I do about my employer not scheduling me for 3 weeks, not answering my phone calls or text messages?

You may have been discriminated against by your employer based on your pregnancy. This is not legal and you may be able to file a lawsuit. I would...

Is an employer's open ended training reimbursement contract, without specific dollar amounts, enforceable?

They might. I would want to see the agreement in full and any other employment documents you had.

Need labor advise, and about mortgage advise, bankruptcy advise

I am so sorry for your situation. There is simply not enough here to be sure that bankruptcy is the right option for you. But, you need to get an...