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My attorney past away. I owe his firm money. his firm will not release my file tri me until so pay my balance. is this legal
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Answered on December 18, 2014
While you should pay the lawyer the outstanding balance owed, it would be improper for the lawyer to hold your file materials hostage until you...
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Can I sue a horse owner for injuries sustained to my horse when her horse attacked it?
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Answered on December 18, 2014
Well I doubt you can have them evicted....you don't own the stables or have any type of lease agreement with the owner of the crazy horse right? ...
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Should I pay an attorney who agreed to represent me for free and is now deciding to bill me years later?
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Answered on December 17, 2014
I would write him back a letter and politely tell him that he took the case on for free and you don't owe him anything. You might also tell him...
I signed a contract yesterday for a plastic surgery procedure and put down a 1000 nonrefundable deposit. Can they refuse refund?
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Answered on December 16, 2014
Depends on what the agreement says. If they have to order anesthesia bf your payment is non refundable, call them and tell them you are having...
Aaron's trying to force me to pay early return fee?
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Answered on December 16, 2014
What does your rental contract say? Does it mention an early termination fee? If so, you are probably stuck paying it. If not, tell them to pound...
I signed a contract to get new windows in my row house in Baltimore, then I changed my mind before the install.
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Answered on December 16, 2014
You might have a problem. If this was a custom job and the supplier made the product already they have completely performed and you are probably...
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I want to put a hold on the courts from sending my husband to prison.
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Answered on December 15, 2014
Sorry to hear about your situation. You could try and find a local criminal attorney and seek his advice. However, I think it is highly unlikely...
Can an attorney drop a client?
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Answered on December 15, 2014
Yes, a lawyer can terminate a client for nonpayment. He will most likely have to file a motion and get permission from the Court. However, absent a...
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Is it likely that trial can move forward in a case in which a gurdian ad litum is asking for a continuance ?
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Answered on December 15, 2014
It is highly unlikely. Presumably, the Court felt a guardian was necessary and will probably not proceed forward until his or her report is...
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How do I proceed when a lawyer wont return phone calls, sign for certified mail, or settle financially for two months?
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Answered on December 15, 2014
Sorry to hear about your experience. You might call his secretary back once more and let her (and your lawyer) know that you will file a bar...
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