In a legal document signed by a magistrate. What does the word "recommendation" mean? Have to or must or optional

The question is a little too vague. In general, magistrates make recommendations to judges. Judges, of course, are not bound by a magistrate's...

Can I break my university housing contract for the next semester?

Contracts may usually be breached. In some instances, policy rationales may even encourage breaches of contracts. But the bottom line is that...

Filing a civil lawsuit in circuit court

Depending on the size of your claims, you will file in Common Pleas Court or Municipal Court. The complaint in either looks similar to a complaint...

I bought a used car and 3 hours later the check engine light came on, I have no warranty with it, I need help

You need a lawyer. Search for lawyers specializing in consumer protection law or lemon law in your area. It's probably obvious that the on-board...

If I move forward with this idea will I be prone to litigation/patent infringement?

You need a patent lawyer. Your range of options are on a continuum ranging from how well do you want to sleep at night to how much are you willing...

What is Statute of Limitations for a private student loan that defaulted prior to 1999?

In addition to agreeing with the first answer posted here, you may also consider contacting your, or a, bankruptcy attorney.

My Great Aunt died 11 years ago. I never knew that she had a Will nor that I was beneficiary to 1/5 of her estate.

Search for a probate lawyer immediately. Avvo is a good place to begin. Best: If you know a lawyer, ask him or her to help you locate a...

Judgements, Appeals and Judges

Your question isn't clear. If the trial court is reversed, there may not be much for the lower court to do except obey the order. Reversal...

What are the legal objectionable reasons to object to interrogatories?

If you're faced with interrogatories, there's an 80% chance you need a lawyer. There are many possible objections to interrogatories, but they...

Hire counsel. Service is defective.