If I am only witness for the prosecution, can I take a fifth. It is a domestic violence case.

The Fifth Amendment protects you from having to make incriminating statements about yourself. If you think any statements you may be asked to make...

Do i need to get a lawyer for this?

If you have to ask whether you need a lawyer, you probably do. Generally marriages are void ab initio, meaning never valid, if you get married to...

You can ask a court for alimony - either permanent or rehabilitative. Alimony is not based on income alone. The court will consider a long list of...

Is there a tough divorce lawyer that can take my divorce case on contingency of lawyer fees paid by spouse?

Contingency fees for divorce cases are unethical according to the rules of professional conduct. (Rule 1.5(d)). No lawyer will take the case on a...

Each state has different laws regarding marriage. Check with the state in which you will be getting married. Maryland only requires a government...

What am i entitled too in alimony after 21 yrsof marriage

Alimony is not based on income alone. The court will consider a long list of factors in deciding if you or your spouse should get alimony. These...

Can a new ticket overturn a PBJ?

PBJ's for traffic violations typically last from 1-2 years. Any other (usually moving) type traffic violations will violate the first PBJ. The...

What can I do about a company that has threatened to sue me over back rent?

You may be sued over the rent that you owe. Which depending on the date you left and the ending date of the lease, and whether or not you initially...

I was charged with assault and battery, what is gonna happen?

As with any crime, it is the states burden to prove you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. You should not make any admissions for any reason to...

RENEWAL OF JUDGEMENT IN MARY LAND AFTER 12 YEARS

You can file a notice to renew judgment with the court in which the judgment was originally granted if within the State of Maryland. If the...