Use and occupancy is the equivalent of rent in a holdover proceeding. They are seeking possession in the holdover and the U & O, legal fees and...

I have 2 kids. I pay child support 500 bi weekly. My gross pay is 2181.74. Can I get it lowered if I pay for Master school.

Child support is 25 percent for two children from the adjusted gross income. Adjusted gross is gross less social security, NYC tax and Medicare....

The other insurance offered a settlement of the full policy but it seems forever to get paid. Why?

Documents are probably stipulation to discontinue and a general release. Ask your lawyer about it. If settling for full policy probably document is...

Is there anything I can do with back arrears of $120,000 for a child that is 23 years old? The amount is too high.

If the arrears are based upon an order and you did not file objections nor appeal it, then it is final. The court may lower and vacate arrears...

Do I need a criminal lawyer and what is an estimate if I do.

Yes your friend needs a criminal defense lawyer. The price varies with the lawyer. If he can not afford an attorney, then the court will assign an...

Need to take the deed to a lawyer to review the life estate. Normally a life estate allows someone to live there the rest of their life. However,...

How can I make my dad legally give custodial rights on my behalf to my oldest sister?

If you father and mother consent, then transferring custody to your adult sister would be easy. However without both parents consenting to...

Can my step-mother contest a cd that my father wants to leave me when he dies?

A CD with a designated beneficiary does not pass under a will, but rather is a contract between the parties and the bank. If your father is...

In NEW YORK state, would an unpaid speeding ticket result in "contempt of court" charges?

If there is a license suspension and you drive after that time, then it would be a criminal matter and a contempt of court charge may be added....

Can my wife claimed me as a dependent on her income tax?

I agree with the prior responders with an addition. More likely a joint return and claiming an exemption and not a dependent.