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To what degree is it a justifiable excuse for neglect of a client's case or inaction on the case to say that "I had a bad client
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Answered on May 02, 2015
None of the things you've mentioned are a "justifiable excuse for neglect...or inaction...of a client's case"; however, depending on the retainer...
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Is it ethical for a city court clerk to call up my lawyer and "report" me for asking to looking at my own file?
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Answered on May 02, 2015
The files are public records. The City Clerk is under no duty of confidentiality. If you are doing something unusual, which it seems like you are...
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Is it unethical for my lawyer to give out my email address to Community Corrections as contact information?
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Answered on May 02, 2015
Your lawyer may have been asked for your address by the probation people and gave him that address, not knowing that you wanted to use a separate...
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Can I get arrested and how much will I be fined for smoking an electronic cigarette on an air plain? Federal Offense? Jail Time?
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Answered on May 02, 2015
If you weren't given a summons or appearance ticket for a violation of a federal air regulation (e.g., failure to follow crew instruction, smoking...
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Conflict of interest
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Answered on May 01, 2015
Yes, probably. A classic conflict of interest is where an attorney representing YOU goes on to represent the other side later in a related matter,...
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Can a child under joint legal custody request emancipation from one custodial parent? If so, at what age is this possible?
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Answered on May 01, 2015
No, neither the child nor the custodial parent can unilaterally reject visitation or parenting time with the non-custodial parent. Emancipation is...
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Does it make sense to waive the right to a trial in a custody case?
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Answered on April 30, 2015
Probably not, what's the incentive or benefit? It depends on a lot of factors. Are you just saying you submitted dueling parenting plans and...
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Hawaii Purchased a gym membership changed mind within the 5 days permitted. Owner kept money what next. calls, texts no answers
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Answered on April 29, 2015
Three words: small claims court. You don't need a lawyer and filing fees are usually minimal. Contacting the AG may also get you relief. No private...
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Should I tell other lawyers if I have a few law firms looking into my case?
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Answered on April 29, 2015
Until you decide on which lawyers or firm will take your case and the terms, you are under no obligation to tell any of them you are "shopping",...
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Can I get a attorney that could be a representative in court on the malpractice case?
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Answered on April 29, 2015
Assuming the "he" you are referring to is a physician who was treating you for some complaints including regarding your lower legs being cold, and...
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