Questions answered by Alfred M. Abel

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Is it a breach of contract if i was leasing to by a commercial truck and owner just decided to take it back.

Alfred's answer | Answered on February 01, 2012

It depends on the terms of the contract. Without reading it, any answer would just be a guess.

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My son was beat up on church bus, my dog reacted.

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 30, 2012

If the lady makes a claim, turn it over to your homeowners insurance carrier and they will advise you. You must turn it over to the insurance...

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Wife was involved in a car accident. Should I consider hiring my own attorney at this time or am I wasting my money?

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 30, 2012

In addition to all the good answers above, your insurance policy probably gives the insurance company the right to assign counsel to defend all...

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Tenant moved out without notice. Can I rent it out without evicting?

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 29, 2012

If you're sure they moved out permanently, then you can rent it right away. Take photos of the damage, and if you need to hire someone to make...

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I incorrectly filed my 2008 tax return in NYS when I should have filed it in PA. How do I correct this?

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 29, 2012

You can always file an amended return if you made an error, and you'll have to file in PA. You can also apply for refunds of overpayments,...

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Is there some way I can get my ex-husband to pay his half of a tax lien of $4000? It's for a tax year when we were married.

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 29, 2012

This sounds like a perfect case for small claims court. They have people there who will help you fill out the forms. They can even answer some,...

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Im a small business owner in montgomery co pa. A business in mercer co nj wrote me a bad check, how do I recover funds?

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 29, 2012

You should wait to see the outcome of the criminal actions. After you see the result, you can evaluate whether to file a civil suit. It may turn...

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This is a civil litigation/debt collection question

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 22, 2012

You are not resonsible for her debts, but you may expose yourself and your assets to any judgments against her if you commingle your interests with...

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Is there a statute for "automatic medical emancipation" in PA, if a minor (age 15) gives birth to a child?

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 22, 2012

I have never heard of a statute like that.

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I cannot afford a lawyer and I submitted an intent to defend, but apparently I need to file more paperwork to get a court date.

Alfred's answer | Answered on January 22, 2012

Something doesn't add up in your question. First, you say you sued them and they appealed, and then you say you filed an intend to defend. I you...

Alfred M. Abel's Answers (619)

Is it a breach of contract if i was leasing to by a commercial truck and owner just decided to take it back.

My son was beat up on church bus, my dog reacted.

Wife was involved in a car accident. Should I consider hiring my own attorney at this time or am I wasting my money?

Tenant moved out without notice. Can I rent it out without evicting?

I incorrectly filed my 2008 tax return in NYS when I should have filed it in PA. How do I correct this?

Is there some way I can get my ex-husband to pay his half of a tax lien of $4000? It's for a tax year when we were married.

Im a small business owner in montgomery co pa. A business in mercer co nj wrote me a bad check, how do I recover funds?

This is a civil litigation/debt collection question

Is there a statute for "automatic medical emancipation" in PA, if a minor (age 15) gives birth to a child?

I cannot afford a lawyer and I submitted an intent to defend, but apparently I need to file more paperwork to get a court date.