I have a small claims civil suit pending against a tenant for damages arising from a lease. I have now learned

Because the other adult is not on the lease, you do not have a contract with that person, so you cannot sue that person for a breach of the lease...

How do I hold an Insurance Company accountable for a denied claim?

As the previous attorney explained, you need to review your homeowner's policy to see whether the well and pump fits within the coverage, and...

Do I have rights to assume our mortgage loan at risk of foreclosure which is in husband name only?

When you say, "My husband and I own a home," do you mean your name is actually on the deed of the property? If so, and if you can bring the...

Maryland laws regarding car accidents

You did not "hit and run" from an accident. You stopped and mutually assessed the lack of any damage. The other driver can only complain if they...

How much interest do I have in my husband LLC businesses?

If you are not named a "member" in the LLC, you have no direct legal interest and a court cannot grant you a member interest in those entities. ...

If a hotel admitted fault in serving a product my wife is allergic to, causing her to go to ER , do I have a legal claim to sue?

If the hotel/restaurant staff were informed ahead of time that your wife was allergic to a certain ingredient and requested that it not be included...

What was the lower courts decision in the Tolentino v. New York case?

You can read all about it here: http://topics.law.cornell.edu/supct/cert/09-11556 FYI: It appears the writ of certiorari was dismissed by the...

Insurance company wants case dismissed, in addition to the release, prior to sending settlement check. Should I comply?

Do not dismiss the case. If your case is filed in District Court, you should file a written request on a blank Motions form, and write in, "Please...

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Question about auto accident.

This scenario raises many issues. As a passenger, your grandmother has a claim against whomever is negligent. That includes the tractor trailer...

The answer is this: If your car was speeding at least 12 m.p.h. over the posted speed limit, the camera takes the picture of your license plate. ...