Could I sue this person for being on the phone and driving?

Someone is going to make the argument that you were too close to the truck.

Can I press charges on my son for destruction of property

YOU can't "press charges" against anyone. Only the prosecutor can decide whether to file criminal charges. What you can do is call the police and...

Can I refuse to show my ID to a cop?

If a police officer has probable cause to believe you have committed an infraction or ordinance violation, the officer can stop and detain you long...

Can I withdraw a guilty plea at sentencing and how do I go about doing it

You have a VERY big problem. When you first accepted the guilty plea, there was a point at which the judge asked the prosecutor to provide a...

What will happen when I go to court?

Your diversion will be withdrawn, and the original charge will be reinstated. You will either have to accept a plea agreement or go to trial. If...

The American Legion can ban ANYONE, member or non-member, who acts like a jackass, which is apparently what the person you identified was doing.

Is it illegal to date someone who’s 21 when I’m 16?

The law doesn't care about age if you are dating in the old-fashioned "let's go to the malt shop," or "will you go to the prom with me" sense. The...

If I report PTO violation to HR can my boss retaliate with termination?

Like a lot of employees, you're overlooking a very important fact: "your" job isn't really "yours" at all -- it belongs to your EMPLOYER, and the...

Do I have to show for a subpoena deposition that was sent through mail?

The subpoena is still valid. Ignore it at your peril.

Will a public defender work as hard as a paid lawyer?

As a former prosecutor, I can tell you that in many cases, public defenders (especially full-time PDs) are far better criminal defense attorneys...