How do I claim lottery winnings

Most states have an option to remain anonymous and I believe Maryland allows this. You may retain counsel to act on your behalf to claim the...

How difficult to settle a car accident personal injury claim, without a lawyer, if both drivers have same insurance company?

It's not difficult at all if you're willing to accept a lot less than what your case is worth. Offers on cases without lawyers are typically much...

How can I get the garnishment to stop will the FTC affidavit help

You need to immediately file a motion to vacate the judgment and dismiss the garnishment, on the grounds you stated (never served, did not reside...

What procedural avenue do a plaintiff has for asking the court to stay briefing in a case?

You would file a motion to stay the appeal in the appellate court; however, I do not think you have much of a chance to prevail, given that the...

How likely is the defendant to beat this case? And would the defendant have to go through the trial process to beat it?

Trial will be necessary if the prosecutor believes their victim/witness and considers them credible and/or there is also corroborating evidence...

As the other lawyers answered, you post the fine and simultaneously file a motion requesting a trial because you were never served or given notice...

Mr. Scherr is correct. Request the trial, don't just pay. 2 points won't get your license suspended, unless you already have 6 points, but it can...

I would like to file a lawsuit for the entire 26,000 because he lied and told me he got a permit. What can I do?

It is the legal obligation of the contractor to obtain all required permits, but you as owner will be held liable to the permitting office for...

Can a tenant pro-rate a month-to-month lease agreement if it's broken Apr 21 into May 21? Or do they have to pay for May 21-31?

No, the entire month of May rent is due, unless the landlord agrees to less.

What can I do so I can be involved in the care of my father

It is up to your father, if mentally competent, to appoint someone as his healthcare power of attorney to act on his behalf. If he has already...