I had given my sister money $43,000 to hold it for me. Pending lawsuit case with my b'ness patner. Who was abusing our b'ness $

You need a lawyer. What you say doesn't make sense...in fact, if you're hiding assets from a bona fide creditor, or a potential creditor in...

Last water bill was over $1000 for 3 month billing cycle . Normally $100 for same cycle . Landlord wants paid in full . No sign

If you're responsible for the water bill under the terms of the lease as a tenant, then you're responsible for the water bill, period. So long as...

Can I break my lease?

Typically, no -- crime in the area is not grounds to break your lease. However, your landlord -- if there is a propensity for crime in your area...

Quick question about libel. Where to file the suit/charges?

Keep in mind...if this was interference with sales as you suggest -- that's a civil action. If you believe one or both of the defendants to have...

Getting a judgment on a tenant after an eviction

You need to file a civil action for breach of contract. Landlord/Tenant cases in Maryland rarely end in a judge awarding a money judgment. The...

What is the fastest way to evict a tenant for not paying rent in Maryland?

File a Complaint for Repossession for failure to pay rent. A court date will be set usually within 2 weeks. At that hearing, you present your...

If not subpeoned but asked to leave the room during a hearing so I can be used as a witness, do I have to leave?

As a practical matter, you don't want witnesses hearing other witnesses testimony. It then becomes too easy to pattern responses or to mimic what...

Is a non compete enforceable if i was fired?

Yes, it would be enforceable. As my colleague stated, however, many non-competes can be challenged depending on their duration, geographical...

What will I need to do to secure property from my neighbor who is willing to sell.

You need to make sure that the neighbor can legally to this to begin with -- i.e. make sure the parcel can be conveyed without having to undergo...

Your options are defined by your financing agreement. Maryland law does not allow repossessions to occur by force or engage in fraudulent conduct....