Can my landlord turn me over to a collections agency before bill is due & if they cash my check can I consider the account paid?

It sounds like you need to contact the collection agency and dispute the validity of the debt. They may want some proof of the payment being made....

Girls dad is being investigated for inappropriate contact w/ a minor. he has primary physical custody. how do i protect my kid

It sounds like you are doing everything you possibly can to protect the children at this point. Regardless of any current custody order, these new...

I rent a room in a house and my landlord is threatening to turn off electricity, is this allowed?

The terms of the lease will govern, but generally the landlord can't turn off the electricity; however, he/she can start eviction proceedings if...

Will dui's parole violation and incarceration hurt my chances of 50/50 custody of my 5 yr. old

While your criminal past is relevant in a custody matter, it will probably not affect your chances at a reasonable custody arrangement unless the...

Shoplifting fine dont have the money to pay will i be able to make payment arrangement

Contact the court and inform the clerk of your situation. It might depend on whether the $210 is the fine or the restitution for the stolen...

Can the custodial parent take a child out of state to live if the non custodial parent says no?

In the absence of a court order, the father of the child has no immediate legal recourse if you decide to move. Keep in mind that he could file an...

The terms of the lease govern you rights. Good Luck.

Is it a violation of my rights for code enforcement to allow a residential unit to be occupied when it has not passed code?

I'm not entirely clear what you are asking. Do you want to sue the landlord for what you claim are the uninhabitable conditions of the property? If...

What should I expect at my prelim

Frankly, there is no way you will go to jail based on the facts as you set them out; however, you are facing serious charges. These need to be...

Possible bench warrant due to unpaid parking tickets on a vehicle I co-signed for with an ex girlfriend. What to do?

If you co-signed for the car, but it is not registered in your name, you should be fine. The traffic warrants are the problem of the driver with...