What can I do about a phone that is being kept by the police and not given back, and charges that will be made?

The phone is less important than hiring a criminal defense attorney who has experience with juvenile crimes. Stop speaking with law enforcement...

What is the legal way to have an owner of belongings to get them after a breakup in pa

I recommend a certified letter giving them 30 days to collect their belongings after which time you will place them in storage in their name and at...

How long does it take to get arbitration decision.

I would defer to your attorney’s recommendations on this one, many judges and arbitrators will not speak to someone who is represented by counsel.

Construction Defect Claim

Yes, they are common actually. You should speak first with an attorney about identifying all potential responsible parties and causes of action. An...

Will I have a criminal record after being charged with disorderly conduct for spitting at someone inside a car?

If convicted of disorderly conduct, yes. However, you might be eligible to enter into a diversionary program. It is also possible that the victim...

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If it became a judgment, it could last indefinitely (if timely revived). Also, if your friend is in an installment payment agreement each payment...

Must I send a copy of the complaint to the defendant?

yes. Anything that you file must be served on the other party (or their attorney if one has entered his appearance)

Benefits, Limitations of "Writ of Summons" VS "Complaint" and a defendant who ignores everything

This is a question that should be directed to your attorney. Normally, a writ is filed rather than a complaint when there is a missing piece of...

After giving a deposition, and a case goes to trial, how likely is it I will be called back to be a witness in the trial portion

It is impossible to answer this question; each case is unique. Any number of things can occur between a deposition and a trial that dispose of the...

Am I liable if there is a fire cause I plugged in heaters on a house I don't own?

Liability for hazards is not necessarily measured by ownership; if you left a heater unattended you could be liable to whomever owns the property...