Can one enter new evidence in Federal Appeals Court that was not available when the case was in lower District Court?

Absolutely not. You don't get a second bite at the apple if you failed to do what you should've done in the first instance. As I stated in my...

The "American Rule" strategy in attempting to avoid legal fees being sought by Defendant

Both of my colleagues give great advice. However, I'll add something that hasn't really been addressed. That is, in Maryland pro se litigants are...

Cancel Lease Agreement due to the landlord inaction

You likely should file a rent escrow action first. What this means is that you pay your rent into a court registry to, essentially, force your...

Landlord served me with vacate notice after domestic violence incident - so he's in jail and I've got 14 days to vacate?

Actually a 14 day notice to vacate isn't improper under certain circumstances. Pursuant to Section 8-402.1 of the Real Property Article of the...

Selected as the best answer

If a home is owned by 2 people. One of them moves out and has been gone for over a year can they just move back in?

The critical question will be whether the "agreement to give up the house" was valid and properly executed. A contract can be binding. You're...

Do I need a real estate lawyer?

Whether you have a legitimate basis for legal action against the former owner of your property will depend on several things. Assuming the statute...

Why do attorneys request discovery questions stretching 5 years.

Income questions establish your accustomed way of life prior to your marriage and to show whether your income presently is consistent with what it...

Cats and dogs allowed in my lease. Cat pee in only 1 room after 4 years. Will they take me to court for more than sec. deposit?

If your cat caused damage beyond normal wear and tear, then yes, you can be liable for the damage caused by the cat. I'm taking it from your post...

My father recently had a stroke and his testosterone medication did not list any warning signs - please read, very complicated.

We, as attorneys, cannot solicit clients here. Use the AVVO find a lawyer tool to find a good products liability attorney. Your issue is...

Can I sue Carmax for unfair sales practices?

You might have a cause of action against CarMax if CarMax made a written promise to you (i.e. to fix the scratches) that it is not keeping. To be...