How long are we going to have to wait to receive the check? I am concernced they could sit on this indefinitely.

That is the new rule- delay. Keep in contact with your attorney. It's interesting isn't it? You see all of these commercials where State Farm...

Can this be criminal mischief?

It cold be charged, but sometimes schools make threats to play hardball, particularly around this time. The kids should make sure to offer to make...

What is the age of consent in Illinois

The age of consent in Illinois is 17. It is illegal to have sex with someone under the age of 18 if you are more than 5 years older than the...

Is dating a 15 year old female while you're an 18 year old male illegal in South Dakota? (No sex, just kissing or holding hands)

No, not for molestation or statutory rape. Here is the law- § 22-22-7. Sexual contact with child under sixteen - Felony or misdemeanor. Any...

I HAD A COURT HEARING FOR HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD GARNISHMENT THE PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY CALLED AND CANCEL THE HEARING AND SEND A PAPER

It is not mandatory. You have to ask or petition.

If i did not respond to a divorce summons is that considered a default, and what does that mean?

It means the adverse rulings can be held against you without your presence. You don't want that and want it lifted.

Help! I was at fault for a 3 part car accident over one year ago and received a demand letter from the driver of the other car.

I agree with my colleagues and with a 4-year statute of limitation, this sort of thing happens. Let you insurance company do the work.

What is penalty for giving police an old/incorrect address after an accident?

I agree with Mr. Nunes. Innocent mistakes happen and this isn't the type of thing usually prosecuted.

Can a person be charged with grand theft of marijuana. this marijuana stole from an illegal dealer.

It is possible, but you would face a series of other crimes along the way. You can't very well press charges for that. It's like a bookie who...

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A dog is property. Ownership is the key question. You have no "visitation rights" protected at law. It stays with the owner. In case of...