Is it too late to sue for damages regarding defamation suit?

There are probably a lot of legally significant facts here that are not included in your post (which is understandable, given the limited nature of...

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Why is my hearing officer sending me another compliance letter after he already said I was ok ?

I agree that contacting the compliance office and seeking clarification is a good step. If that conversation does not yield insight or clarity,...

Can I get my 3 months of rent back?

You cannot unilaterally withhold rent, nor can you break the lease without penalty, but under N.C.G.S. 42-42, you can seek rent abatement for the...

Do I need to get an attorney to defend this or is it cost prohibitive? What is the average cost for an attorney for this

I agree with my good colleague, Attorney Goldston. Any time you are facing possible increases in your car insurance premiums, hiring local counsel...

Can a lawyer retrieve my court documents for me in North Carolina ?

Certainly. This is entirely appropriate. Hopefully the lawyer will not charge you much for this--just a reasonable fee for the time to retrieve...

What are our rights?

This is going to have to be negotiated between you and the roofing company--preferably in a written, signed agreement. You can undertake this...

What can I do if a land lord is trying to evict me on his own with out proper legal process.

Agreed with Attorney Marshall, on all points. Read and consult his answer closely.

What is the proper way to handle withholding rent from my landlord until a major repair is completed?

In North Carolina, a tenant cannot unilaterally withhold rent; either you must settle this matter privately with the landlord in a written, signed...

How do rappers never face legal consequences when admitting to real crimes in songs?

This is mostly artistic license and the First Amendment. If there was credible evidence on the ground that the musical artists were indeed...

What should I do?

Make sure, in addition to what my colleagues have already said, that you hire a lawyer who regularly appears in the traffic court in the county...