My is ny jail he was arrested for running nmenace.

What's your question? I am a former federal and State prosecutor and have been doing criminal defense work for over 15 years. Eric...

Can I get my financially irresponsible husband off the deed without taking him off the mortgage?

So you want to have your cake and eat it to? Why would he agree to give up ownership of the house but still be obligated to pay the mortgage?

Can I sue?

Do you have the "contract"? This could be some type of fraud. You may want to contact the NYC Department of Consumer Affairs or the NYS Attorney...

Should I take the the vet that cost me several thousands to court?

I think you are in a tough situation because the economics of the case work against you. In any medical malpractice case (and I assume the same...

What do I do next?

You have to decide whether you are going to pursue the default motion or accept a late Answer from the defendant. The policy of New York State is...

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Subpoenaed for deposition as a witness in a civil litigation, representing the employer, 70 miles from his residence

Your husband cannot avoid attending the deposition but I believe he entitled to mileage costs above the $18. Most lawyers are reasonable about...

Is there a maximum or a standard a judge can award a defendant for costs associated with small claims court in New York State?

Each party bears his/her own costs for an attorney unless there is a contract that provides for the loser to pay the winner's attorney fees. If...

Generally, you sue the entity that owns and manages the property and is responsible for the damage you allege. I doubt XYZ Construction has...

If a person makes a false claim, to cause an arrest - that is then thrown out of court. Can you seek malicious prosecution???

Normally, you cannot sue a person who reports a crime to the police because it is up to the police to decide whether or not to arrest. One...

Is having 4 out of 7 composite fillings fail in less than a year and a half enough evidence to win in small claims?

You cannot win this case in court without an expert testifying that your dentist departed from the accepted standard of care in the community. If...