Questions answered by Stephen Michael Corby

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If there is a smell inside an apartment and the leasing company is willing to move me to another apt can they raise my rent?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

I do not think a bad smell is something you can withhold rent for. Since the company did (or says they did) a mold/mildew inspection you really...

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I was recently fired from my job because, the latino's on the job did not come to work for three days.

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

I'd have to get more facts here, but it sounds like you were fired because that group of people didn't like you. That is normally not something you...

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What will happen if I have no record and I have been charge with obtaining property under false pretense?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

If you are correct and you have no prior record then I can assume sentencing lvl 1. If the amount is below $100,000 It is a class H felony and the...

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At what age does a child have the right to say who he/she wants to live with?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

The child has a say in where they would like to live starting at around age 10. But that information is just considered by the judge and is in no...

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Where and how can I use "judicial notice" while at trial?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 18, 2012

Judicial notice is something that can only be used in very few circumstances. It is used only to bring to the courts attention items that would...

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I have a larceny misdemeanor on my record and I applied at Walmart...

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

No one can answer this question other than the hiring employee at Walmart. There's nothing legally forcing them to hire you.

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Do I need my ticket with me in court? Misdemeanor drug charge

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

You will be fine without it, they should call your name or ask you to come up before hand.

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Do I have a right to unemployment if I was laid off, but later my employer stated I left my job voluntarily?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

Speak to an employment attorney ASAP. Most would take this case on contingency based upon victory with the unemployment commission. Even the ones...

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What can happen to you if you don't show for jury duty

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

The same thing happens in NC. It can vary by jurisdiction, but if you do not go to jury duty a bench warrant will be issued. That will effect your...

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Wife told me she dont love me and ss a guy in prison

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 17, 2012

I don't really understand what is going on here. However if you are being abused I urge you to contact the police immediately.

Stephen Michael Corby's Answers (178)

If there is a smell inside an apartment and the leasing company is willing to move me to another apt can they raise my rent?

I was recently fired from my job because, the latino's on the job did not come to work for three days.

What will happen if I have no record and I have been charge with obtaining property under false pretense?

At what age does a child have the right to say who he/she wants to live with?

Where and how can I use "judicial notice" while at trial?

I have a larceny misdemeanor on my record and I applied at Walmart...

Do I need my ticket with me in court? Misdemeanor drug charge

Do I have a right to unemployment if I was laid off, but later my employer stated I left my job voluntarily?

What can happen to you if you don't show for jury duty

Wife told me she dont love me and ss a guy in prison