Releasing a mechanic's lien

Dear Richmond - The lien is unenforceable at this point, for several of the reasons that you recite. You might think about having a petition filed...

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Is slander a legit lawsuit?

Dear Stafford - I agree with the other lawyers and note that you cannot "stop" somebody from lying. You have taken a good first step in getting...

What can I do when someone files a false police report of child abuse at my job. Video taken proves i am innocent child is lyin

It sounds like the accuser has alleged that you are guilty of a heinous crime - which should be defamation per se. This means that you will not...

I burped; was told to wait 10 minutes before the BAC test. Was supposed to wait at least 20 minutes. How can I prove this?

Dear Fredericksburg - While it is not fair - you will have a difficult time proving that the officer did not wait 20 minutes! He has control of the...

What can happen to me since i got caught driving while i'm on probation for dwi and suspended license

Dear Covington - you are going to have mandatory jail time and fines, suspended license and ASAP. You should get a local lawyer to assist in...

The exterior paint job on our house failed with weeks. The painter says it's not his fault, it's the siding. What do we do now?

Dear Seattle – you might consider retaining a lawyer. From the legal and practical standpoint, the painter had to duty to inform you that painting...

What should do if i googled my name An a,article came up saying i was arrested For something i did not do

Dear Philadelphia – you may consider getting the record of arrest expunged. You can use Avvo's find a lawyer. Good luck.

Can I make a post on my own Facebook page, stating a judgement I have against my ex asking friends help to locate him?

Dear - it would not seem to be improper if you put his picture on your page asked if anyone knew where he was. If include information about the...

I'm being taken to court by a contractor that never finished the job. I don't know what forms to fill out to reply/respond.

Dear St. Paul – I recommend that you contact the clerks office where the case is pending. Although they cannot give you legal advice, they can give...

Are oral agreements binding?

Dear Union – my comrade is correct, oral agreements can be enforced. The original logic behind having agreements in writing, was that the writing...