If a non relative, third party person lies on a family court petition and gets custody what can happen?

If this individual was not the grandmother, they could be held in contempt and the matter may be re-visited based upon new information coming to...

Is it possible to include in a contract that an individual cannot approach the company's booth in public/private trade shows?

You can absolutely include these types of clauses in a contract. However, no contact, non-solicitation and on-compete clauses are often difficult...

NYS Dangerous Dog hearing soon- a Golden attacked my dog, learned of other attacks. What is 'clear and convincing' evidence?

The clear and convincing standard is a subjective standard and, sadly, cannot be mathematically applied. The evidence of past acts would tend to...

Communicating with my wife's attorney

I think you should investigate the possibility of a payment plan with a divorce attorney. You will likely have to petition to amend the spousal...

Good afternoon. My husband and I have been civil servants for over 50 years combined. Always helping people. We need help now.

Mr. Lomtevas is correct - you will likely need to discuss this in more depth with an attorney to determine what to do. They attorney will need to...

My wife got pregnant with somebody else during our separation. i was told a judge in ny wouldn't grant me a divorce is that true

New York's recently amended matrimonial laws make it far easier to obtain a divorce. I would contact the Onondaga County Volunteer Lawyer Project,...

Is this a true case if 2nd degree Harassment in NYS?

My colleagues are correct insofar as the prosecutor determines the criminal charges, but I am wondering if you have considered proceeding in a...

Can I file a civil suit against dog breeder

Depending on the nature of the medical issues, you may be able to return the animal, exchange the animal, or obtain reimbursement for some or all...

Can my current employer enforce a non-compete restricting me from selling at a new company if my current role is not in sales?

The enforce-ability of a non-compete and, in this case, a non-solicitation agreement depends largely on your position, duties, and access to...

I will only add that, if you have other disorderly conduct violations on your record within a certain period of time, it may show up as a misdemeanor.