My contractor filed a complaint against me claiming that I made negative statements about him on the internet

Yes, this sounds like a frivolous lawsuit. If the civil complaint has actually been filed against you, take the complaint to a Triangle-area...

How long can a landlord let the water stay off?

If the landlord has actual knowledge of the habitability defect (in this case, yes), and is actively working to remedy the problem (in this case,...

Can I sue for a former supervisor for defamation of Character?

I think this is worth at least a preliminary inquiry with an attorney. Either using Avvo's "Find a Lawyer" tool or other means you find...

Can I sue in civil court for defamation if I am found not guilty in a criminal trial?

It is possible that you would have claims for defamation and malicious prosecution. Your facts, if provable, would tend to satisfy the elements of...

Is the car dealership responsible for all repairs when you have a warranty?

I agree with Attorneys Wolf and Dickens. You must read the warranty language literally, for as my colleagues have noted, the dealership will...

I think Attorney Faucher's answer is spot on. I recommend meeting with a local real property attorney for a consultation on this matter. First,...

A seller wants to Quick Claim Deed a property to me for $18,000.

Most states require all contracts transferring an interest in real property to be in writing, in order to satisfy the Statute of Frauds. So a...

I think the answer principally depends on two things: (1) Whether the primary tenants' lease contract with the landlord authorizes long-term guests...

My tenant's lease ended on 31 july, but she shows no signs of moving, what is my next step to get her out as soon as possible?

Once the lease is over, you could have the former tenant trespassed, since her legal rights to remain expire once the lease has expired, unless you...

Can my landlord only sue my roommates (excluding me)?

I agree with Attorney Dickens. If you and the landlord agree that, at minimum, it was not you who individually caused the damage that the landlord...