Since it is not a conviction, can this be legally used against him as a denial of employment? Aren't we all innocent until prove

The law allows employers to ask about convictions and pending criminal charges. They can deny employment for the pending charges and deny for any...

This is a tougher question than it should be. The quick answer is that the law is invalid. However, there may be a host of slippery technicalities...

Can my roommate use the police to charge me with theft for throwing away an item that costs between $10 - $20?

Yes. This may be a criminal mischief, in principle. Will the police want to get involved in this? I doubt it.

What to do to get this off credit report asap?

Assuming there is a good judgment against you there are lots of options---pay it, compromise it, discharge it in bankruptcy, try to vacate it for...

Debt collectors taking truck...

If the title is in your name and they have a good judgment they can levy upon the truck. Of course, if there is little or no equity it may be a...

What type of Attorney do I need to fight a bank for fraud

Someone experienced in consumer creditor-debtor law.

If I'm due to inherit a house that has outstanding property taxes on it, when do I pay the taxes: before or after I get the deed

You pay anytime after the deed is recorded in the Clerk's office. Understand, however, if the taxes are in arrears, interest is accumulating. And,...

How do I get my former employer to send me my personal items after being discharged?

They are under no obligation to deliver your stuff anywhere except maybe to a storage facility where you would be liable for the cost.

Is there any requirement to report an accident to your insurance company if you are not making a claim?

No, but you may be required to report such an event to the DMV if over, I believe, $2000.

How do I know if my father-in-law left a will when he died?

If any estate proceeding is brought you will be formally notified and allowed to participate in the proceedings. That assumes that there are estate...