My husband left the family home a year ago. I am planning to go to Family court and get a legal separation.

Why do you want a separation and not a divorce? Unless you have a religious objection, you're better off going directly for a divorce. The...

In the very beginning of your case, your lawyer (then old-firm) should have asked you to sign a retention letter. There are court rules governing...

An attorney should file a Notice of Appearance with the court and serve it on you. You have the right to know who you're facing, who you should...

Can you sue for being followed and accused of stealing at a store?

I agree with my colleagues. Normal slander laws don't apply. However, you don't state what happened after his accusation. If he had you...

Can I mail a request for P.C. to the clerk?

Do NOT fax it (or otherwise send it) to the court. You can mail a request for a PC to the clerk's office, with proof of service on your adversary.

Any possession or use of pot is illegal in NY, under current law. This includes staircases, rooftops, sidewalks, even your own apartment. You are...

Is it legal for a NY University to ask for medical records and personal medical information?

I'd go a little farther than my colleagues - ask the university if they have any written policy regarding a student such as you resuming your...

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If I give My landlord notice of leave but ask for 6 weeks is he able to over ride with an eviction notice?

I want to add that, if you do go to court to oppose a petition for eviction, you can try to negotiate a settlement with the landlord to give you...

LL forwarded new 1 year renewal lease to tenant. Both agreed to terms but did not sign the lease.

When real property is involved, all agreements - leases, contracts to sell, deeds, etc. - must be in writing. Even if the parties agreed to all of...

Civil matter pro se litigant

I caution you that distinguishing between a motion to reargue and a motion to renew are different, and many attorneys have trouble with it. You...