What type of lawyer do I need for defamation of character or malicious intent? Can I get a lawyer to find out who called DSS?

Any litigation lawyer can do those claims. But you have much more here than that. You will need a lawyer for the DSS case because you can face a...

Yes, you can file. Actually, he would do the filing because he is the one seeking to adopt. But it is not a simple process and you may send more...

Can I sue for being forced to live with bed bugs?

Probably. But you will have to move fast, and be prepared for the business to fire you and rescind your permission to work here.

Is it illegal to have sex with someone if you are 14 and the other person is 14 as well?

That is not sex. But yes, the age of consent in SC is 16. Under that either of you can get in trouble to one degree or another.

What rights do renters have regarding political signage?

If the lease is silent, you are in the right to do as you want with temporary signage. Be sure the lease does not talk about decorations, etc....

How do I prove in court ex tentant is lying

All you can do is present your facts. Hopefully you can show they paid electric at one time before the dispute. otherwise, unless you have things...

Is it illegal for a landlord to use tenant's metered water without permission?

Consult your lease. You may have to sue and consider moving once you do.

Can I sue the owners of the house I'm renting for my medical expenses?

Maybe. You should consult a personal injury lawyer to go over all the facts of the case, including timing.

Landlord and tenant dispute

Consult your lease. Typically, a renter is responsible for normal maintenance on the property unless you are in an apartment. So you would be...

If I am evicted do I have to pay the balance on the lease and can they turn it in on my credit?

You should consult a lawyer because you may be facing an improper eviction. Consult the terms of your lease about it. You meed to move fast on that...