How can I have a verbally abusive boyfriend put in jail?

If you send him to jail, he would likely be more abusive when he gets out. If he has never established paternity, and if no court has granted him...

If you call children's services, there is no way to know what they might say about your living situation -- with 2 adults and 3 kids in your 2 BR...

We have a deed of trust for our home. The mortgage note was paid off and expired last year. Can the bank foreclose on our home?

Too many issues and questions to get answers on-line. If the bank has threatened foreclosure, then it probably confirmed that it has a legal basis...

In 1987 when my brother passed away, my father bought six plots in a local Cemetery. He always said this is for the family.

That is not a criminal trespass for which she can press charges. But if she can establish ownership of the plots, then she could have the stone...

How does the court remove an estate trustee for cause?

If the probate court is handling other proceedings related to the trust, or if the trustee fails to make any required accountings or other...

Do I have a case?

You can sue the contractor in small claims court for breach of contract up to $6000. If more than that, you can sue in municipal court up to...

As a trust beneficiary, does the trustee have any legal grounds to prevent me from receiving my first (of 2) trust distribution?

It depends on the specific terms of the trust and the instructions given in the trust for the trustee to make that distribution, whether mandatory...

Can I get my deposit back if I already paid it plus first months if the place I rented is infested with bed bugs?

If you and landlord cannot resolve it to get your money back, then you'll need to retain a lawyer to advise you on how to avoid the landlord filing...

It is up to the judge to reschedule or not. Landlord is not required to accept late rent payment. So the judge could order the eviction. Be...

How to take legal action to regain entry to my home.

Call the police and see if they will help you get in. If not, then file for divorce and the court can issue an order giving you access. Use the...