I have not yet been indicted in my Federal Case, but have been offered a plea, will I go to jail if I do not sign the plea?
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Answered on June 13, 2012
Federal prosecutors are notorious for strong-arm plea tactics: the best plea deal they offer is usually the one before they file the indictment on...
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How to handle a logistics company with a PBJ for a DUI in Maryland?
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Answered on June 13, 2012
A PBJ is not a conviction, so you did not lie. A PBJ has the legal effect of striking any finding of guilt. You should file a written response to...
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I own a house with my brother. We both live here, as does my soon to be wife and her 2 kids.
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Answered on June 13, 2012
If your brother is consulting with a lawyer, then it is likely he has also been advised that he can petition a court to appoint a trustee to sell...
Is my marina liable to compensate me for lost boating time after they damaged my boat?
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Answered on June 13, 2012
Generally speaking, contract damages are: cost of repairs + reasonable cost of renting an equivalent boat (actually incurred), or if you do not...
What is the maximum of compensation I can get from a car accident?
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Answered on June 13, 2012
I would add this to all the fine answers provided: the value of a claim means one thing to an insurance adjuster trying to settle a claim by the...
Should I be required by a builder to sign a NDA in order to get improperly installed materials replaced?
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Answered on June 12, 2012
No. You should not have to obligate yourself to maintain a secret to protect a builder who performed faulty workmanship that will likely void the...
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How to terminate Spouse for unauthorized use of business funds
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Answered on June 11, 2012
This issue arises in divorce cases with a closely run family business; unfortunately, many divorce attorneys are often not trained to handle the...
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Can I vacate a jugdement after deadline
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Answered on June 08, 2012
You need to call the attorney's office which entered into the settlement with you. If the understanding was that the case would be withdrawn...
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Any possible way to have no criminal record for shoplifting (Maryland)?
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Answered on June 08, 2012
Luckily for you, you were issued a criminal citation, and not actually arrested. As a result, no arrest record exists, and also there should be no...
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How much would it cost to get a power attorney for our mother?what do we need to do?
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Answered on June 08, 2012
In order to sign a power of attorney she needs to be competent of mind, meaning she must be able to read and understand the purpose and import of a...
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