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At what point should a lawyer know what a case is ruffly estimated at? At this point I'm considering a loan, should I do it?
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Answered on April 12, 2016
Your lawyer should be able to obtain written agreement with your health providers to wait for your settlement/judgment for payment. You will have...
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BANKRUPTCY
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Answered on April 02, 2016
As a general rule criminal restitution payments are not dischargeable in bankruptcy. But you may be able to restructure the payment over time. You...
Does the trust override the deed?
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Answered on April 01, 2016
No. And unless the deed identifies the trust as an owner, then father is the owner of an interest. It is a common mistake to set up a trust and...
What does "forfeited" mean for a business listed on the Maryland Taxation dept. website?
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Answered on April 01, 2016
The rules are slightly different for limited liability companies than they are for a corporation. For example, a forfeit LLC may defend a lawsuit...
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Can't you use Facebook posts and text messages as evidence of some admitting to something?
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Answered on April 01, 2016
Yes. Maryland's courts have outlined the process. Your lawyer will figure this out.
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Where do we go from here?
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Answered on March 25, 2016
You should take advantage of the rent escrow rules. You pay your rent, but it is to the court until he makes the apartment habitable. The district...
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Employee seeks a new job (same position) after three months of employment at a competitive company. Non -compete was signed
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Answered on March 25, 2016
Maryland is a "blue line" jurisdiction, where aspects of the non-compete may or may not be enforceable. That will factor into your negotiations, if...
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Should I hire an attorney to accompany me?
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Answered on March 24, 2016
Yes! You need to demonstrate payment, and your lawyer can assure you have the correct exhibits and testimony. He can also examine the creditor to...
Does the voluntary dismissal of one case has any effect on the same issues raised in a subsequent case.
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Answered on March 22, 2016
We just researched this issue for a client- if the dismissal is without prejudice, it is as if the case never happened. More importantly, the...
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Can I introduce a witness at trial whose identity I have not disclosed to the defendant 8 days before the trial date?
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Answered on March 17, 2016
Congratulations on having the courage to pursue your own case! You are only obligated to disclose the names of persons with personal knowledge, and...