Can a lawyer charge for an intial consult without telling ahead of time what it will cost?
No cost basis was given either.
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 12, 2012
As a lawyer i usually do not charge for an initial consultation. If I was to charge for an initial consultation I would advise my client prior to...
Archived
If someone threatens to kill you shouldnt the cops do something about it.
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 11, 2012
Absolutely, assuming there is enough evidence for the officers to establish probable cause resulting in an arrest warrant.
Michael Kotik,...
Archived
Can I prosecute someone for making repeated obscene phone calls to my cell in Pennsylvania?
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 11, 2012
You should definitely contact the police. If they are not able to help you then you can easily file a private criminal complaint. However, I would...
Archived
Do i have a chance to beat an parole violator appeal?
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 11, 2012
You need to hire a good lawyer who handles appeals. If you appeal it you might be to stop parole from taking your husband. However, if you lose the...
Archived
I took a plea for three misdemeanor two's , how much jail time can i serve?
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 11, 2012
For an M2 you go get 2 years and a fine for $5000.00. However, that rarely happens. The judge will make a determination of your sentence based on...
Archived
My boyfriend is on parole and he is in jail with a detainer but the charges are being dropped will he have to serve time?
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 11, 2012
Reply by Attorney Michael Kotik, Esq.
If the charges are dropped then your boyfriend will not have to do time on the new case, obviously....
Archived
Probation violation in pa how much time is son facing?
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 10, 2012
It would be extremely difficult to answer this question without first talking to the Probation Officer and to your son with respect to his most...
Archived
Is there any things I can do before sentencing so the Judge will not incarcerate me and I pled guilty to a plea bargained felony
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 10, 2012
You should really speak to your attorney about your plea bargain. However, based on my experience everything you are doing is great! I always...
Selected as the best answer
Archived
I was charged with burglery in one county
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 10, 2012
You can try to sue the county. However, if they can show that they had valid charges against you your lawsuit might not be so successful. You would...
Archived
I have a pfa order in place and it was violated the person who violated it is currently on state parole n has been arrested on
Michael's answer
|
Answered on September 09, 2012
He is going to be facing to situations. (1) Charges for violating the PFA; and (2) Parole Violation. Each situation will likely come with it's own...