Read that statute and follow the procedure it sets out. The law was written to allow courts to "clear their dockets" of inactive cases. The judge...

Judges usually issue a show cause order when someone fails to appear in court. If convicted of willfully not appearing, a defendant just "bought"...

How can I change the names of my deceased parents' real estate properties where no one individual heir has the power to sell?

The deeds do NOT need to be "corrected" since the title vested in the rightful heirs upon the death of the oldest parent. Mr. Hart is correct (as...

My landlord started "turning" the unit before I gave her my keys. Can she charge my deposit for the work prior to my move out?

If you end up in court, any judge will frown on LL and likely award damages you prove. Good luck!

NO - felons cannot own or possess a firearm - which includes muzzle loaders. The petition process is fairly simple, but takes about 2-3 months...

Think of it this way - "if not now, when would he ever get a lawyer?" SO - yes - now is the time to acknowledge how bad this could get and hire a...

Hello,I shoplifted from the mall three items worth 59 dollars,and am going to court next month, I have a clean record too..

There is a first offender statute, but stores like Wal MArt try to not let a prosecutor allow that! Best to get a lawyer - this will be on your...

Yes - you can fight it. Will you win - that depends. Sounds like the ranger was either mad at you or overly zealous - there might be some "back...

Can my roommate sue me?

You are in a proverbial "tight spot." lawsuits are no fun and take time and money. A judge will seek to determine what the agreement was., If...

The insurance companies tend to play "games" when a car is totaled. They say they use an "independent" company to value the car - but often that...