I'm an attorney and have been often tempted to do the same. It isn't defamation to make an inflammatory statement directly to someone. It is...

What are the benefits of moving a case from Supreme State court to Federal court?

Because your case involves citizens of different states and the amount at issue exceeds $75,000, there is federal diversity jurisdiction. Since the...

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In a civil case<is it possible to add the opposing attorney to a counter suit?

I agree with the other attorneys as well. I have one case in which the opposing attorney is a defendant in the case, but this is a rarity. The...

What rights does a partner have in a divorce

No marriage equals no divorce. He is simply an occupant of the house and is subject to eviction if he does not leave. As they were not married,...

Generally, LLC's have a legal existence separate from the members. Should a member die, the LLC continues to exist, that is until something that...

Divorcing after 9 years. I have 401k that i've cntritd for 20 years. is my spouse entitled to 50% or just since date of wedding

Connecticut rules are different from other states. For purposes of equitable division, Connecticut treats everything in the pot as marital...

What you have described is a violation of the Wiretap Act. You have used a device to record the conversation of two individuals neither of whom...

While there may be an underlying custody issue, you need to also consult with a good privacy attorney who can work with your matrimonial attorney....

My house painter is insured his helper is not insured am I covered if I use a hold harmless contract to come me.

If the helper gets hurt you will probably be sued. The hold harmless - an indemnification agreement between you and the painter - will allow you...

I practice in Stamford and it is not unusual for comments of this nature to be made. What you need to be concerned about are substantive...