The appellate courts have broad authority to regulate appeals filed before them. In the Fourth Circuit, the Court (like all federal district and...

When should I stop talking with someone who has indicated that they will sue my organization and has spoken with an attorney?

There is no legal rule. He can say he's represented by an attorney all he wants, but until he provides a name and contact info for that attorney...

If someone alledges that i assaulted them, but i have witnesses and they dont have witnesses will the casevbe dismissed.

Impossible to say. If you've been charged, you need a lawyer regardless of how many witnesses you believe you have. The prosecutor is supposed to...

Will I need to have counsel of I have been subpoenaed to testify before a grand jury in a federal investigation?

The only time you would need a lawyer is if you may possibly incriminate yourself in the course of your testimony. Therefore, if you are concerned...

You cannot be convicted of "innocent" or "accidental" fraud. There's no such thing. In order to commit a crime, the prosecutor must show criminal...

What is the most efficient way to get court ordered guardianship of my wife's 17 y/o half-sister who is now living with us?

It will not be simple, or cheap. You will need the mother to be available or to sign a consent under oath, notarized, to your petition, and your...

What court is this in? If US District Court, you may have to appear. In DC there is a different procedure, you appear before the Bureau of Motor...

Do I have to pay for something that a client says one of my staff took from their home. I own a domestic cleaning service.

Your business (and you if the business is a sole proprietorship) is liable for the conduct of its employees or agents acting for the business....

What I do to help my fiance and my self

First, consult with a criminal defense lawyer. What you now say has possible criminal implications for you. If you two are serious about getting...

Expungement

They should be able to look everything up for you at the fair. It depends on what the dispositions were on your past charges. You should also...