What legal documents must accompany an "answer" to a civil complaint?

If the complaint is not notarized, your answer need not be notarized. You should include affirmative defenses, and a concise statement of material...

Was sexually harassed by a gym member several times. After police and Gym lack of action , I petitioned for a restraining order.

New York City, and New York State, have one of the toughest anti-discrimination laws in the country. Anti-Discrimination statutes are not just...

What is usually the time it takes for an appeal to go thru.

That depends on the court, the type of case, and the type of issues raised. The difference is not as much between paid and appointed attorneys as...

Overtime pay is mandated under many laws. However, if you intend keeping your employment and have not lined up an alternatively, you need to tread...

Fraudulent foreclosure litigator NYC area

We have several foreclosure cases in State as well as federal courts in New York. Feel free to contact us at [email protected] (our website is...

Do I need a lawyer?

Yes. It is a fraud to conceal material information - and an accident, especially one with frame damage, is certainly one.

I've retained a lawyer to negotiate a settlement from my ex-employer. How long should he negotiate before filing a lawsuit?

You can fire him/her at any time for any reason or even without any reason. What you owe him would depend on what your agreement is with him.

Will a mortgage company forgive interest only arrears on a 30 yr mortgage 10 yrs interest only until 2016

If you are represented by an attorney, he/she would be the best person to guide you. If not, I suggest you get a competent attorney, knowledgeable...

What legal actions can i make to get from my former employer my last pay and 13th month pay?

You should consult the Department of Labor, and file a complaint with them. That would be the easiest, cheapest and most efficient way to get your...

Do I qualify as an exempt employee for overtime purposes?

If you are a non-managerial employee, you are entitled to overtime wages for the time worked. However, if you are still employed by the same...