In your case, the District of Columbia has jurisdiction since you live in DC. A Maryland court cannot force you to do something, because it won't...

I am the defendant in a contested divorce. What happens if I do not appear on the court date?

If you don't appear, assuming you were properly served, your spouse will win by default. He will also likely get everything he asked for in his...

It is the plaintiff's responsibility to serve Defendants correctly. In most instances, a process server has to serve defendants. Just throwing the...

Unless there is something in the lease that prevents a tenant from smoking in their unit or the unit is part of government housing, you as a...

Filmed being arrested on a police reality TV show as a minor without consent, can I sue ?

No, you can not sue now. The statute of limitations has expired.

Obtaining a consent?

No, you don't have to get the other side's consent to file a petition to proceed in forma pauperis. That is a matter between you and the court and...

Can you subpoena a minor?

It depends on the circumstances. The court will probably not allow an attorney to subpoena a really young child but may allow a 17 year old to be...

Do I need an attorney to help me get money to buy another car, if person who damaged my car insurance doesn't cover this? ?

Dealing with insurance companies can be frustrating. You probably need an attorney to deal with the insurance company and help you get through the...

Will my nieces baby be taken from her

If the hospital suspects the baby could have health issues relating to the mother's drug use, then the hospital will test the baby. And if...

What do I do if my family is willingly withholding info on the will of a dead parent?

You should hire an attorney who can research the status of the will and any probate issues, including the house foreclosure issues. You may need to...