I think that what the attorney was referring to was the fact that truth is a complete defense to a defamation claim--meaning, you could still be...

Briefs and memoranda of law are simply signed by the attorney or pro se party filing it with the court; since it is a legal analysis rather than a...

NYC court weather closings?

I agree with the attorneys from your jurisdiction in urging you to be proactive, contacting the court administrators first. There is no guarantee...

Are we required to file a partnership return if we have done no business yet?

If there are no losses or profits that have materialized, I do not think you would have to do a partnership return for the last tax year for which...

Who is rightful owner for a house?

This is definitely going to require a probate lawyer's detailed analysis of the deeds, and the wills and/or estate files of the three sisters. It...

Most likely, no. I refer you to N.C.G.S. § 28A-4-2, which enumerates the grounds for disqualifying persons wishing to serve as a personal...

What type of lawyer I need for a 90days intent to sue letter,discovery & filing for a claim in superior court from small claim?

You need a local medical malpractice lawyer; you can find plenty of them using Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" feature. As you examine your search results,...

How can I get out of my lease?

A lease is a legally binding contract, so you should look to its early termination provisions for initial guidance. You can break your lease if...

As with many things in the law, this hinges on specific facts. Who was officially your employer--the business itself, or the husband and wife? ...

Do I need to pay back an extra month deposit I paid?

It cannot be "paid back" unless it was a loan from the landlord to you as the tenants. When extra money is paid, the usual practice is to apply it...