Can I sue for lawyer fees and loss of wages based on false charges by another person?

You need to worry about the criminal case first since second degree assault carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in jail and a $2,500.00 fine. ...

I recently dropped a domestic violence case against my husband but the state picked it up does he need a lawyer

Yes, he needs a lawyer. I assume that he has been charged with second degree assault. You have the right to exercise the marital privilege and to...

If an ex-gf grabs my phone and begins reading all my private text messages, emails, photos etc. I just have to sit there

You could tell her that if she does not give you the phone back, you will call the police and have her charged with theft. If she still refuses to...

My son has a court date today for driving on a suspened license. When he was stopped he did not know his license was suspened.

It could be a defense that he did not know that his license was suspended. The MVA sends a notice of suspension by certified mail. On the...

Found online that a hospital sued me 2 years ago. Dismissed via 3-507. Do I need to do anything? Will it affect my credit?

The case was dismissed because they never served you. The case cannot be reopened, but they can sue you again for the debt since the dismissal...

It sounds like a condition of your probation is to attend AA meetings. Check with the attorney that represented you for the DUI. If you fail to...

Can you get a VOP if you are incarcerated?

I agree that the VOP is likely for the conviction. The only way to know for sure is for her to consult with an attorney who can figure out what...

Do I need an attorney for a Criminal citation of having an open container?

You don't have to have an attorney, but it is always a good idea to have one. The State will often drop the charge in exchange for community...

I was pulled over Friday night and turns out to be my license is suspended.

You should prepay the unpaid traffic tickets and request a trial date on them if they are moving violations. Your payment will constitute...

He should contact the Public Defender's office right away. They will handle the case for free. It will be very difficult to find a private...