I agree with Mr. Wolf that it is highly unlikely that you will face any jail time whatsoever for this incident. Nevertheless, you should not take...

If an individual wishes to increase their monthly benefits, should they make a request in formal court or at their local office?

I agree with the prior two answers. Your SSDI payment is based mostly on how much you have paid into the system. If you are receiving this...

Can credit card take your social security to pay or your pension

Social security income cannot be garnished to pay consumer debt such as credit cards. Only under very rare circumstances can a creditor take your...

I received medical bill after auto accident facilitation settlement what should I do? Can I also file legal malpractice?

I agree with Mr. Stern that there are many possible reasons why this bill was not paid from the settlement proceeds. I seriously doubt that...

I know this woman that I am trying to help. She is in her 40s and has a disability. This man took advantage of her situation

This is a difficult question which I will try to answer. You say that this woman has a "mild" cognitive impairment. Assuming that a Probate Court...

Mother brought children to a party where then one child was attacked by a dog.

I am very sorry to hear about this tragedy. I agree with Mr. Schwimmer that it is unlikely that anyone will face criminal charges, however, there...

Mr. Pham and Mr. Davis are absolutely correct. The issues are complex and involve more than just a diagnosis but a finding of a marked or extreme...

My boyfriend had a legal paper drawn up granting me lifetime residency in the house he owns that I live in. Is this binding?

I agree with Mr. Wade that, without seeing the document, it is not possible to know whether you have been granted a valid "life estate" in the...

John Boehner and House Republicans want to use MY tax money to sue the President. How can I counter-sue?

I agree with the prior answers. And while I like the question it is not a serious issue appropriate for this forum.

Why is it not an emergency for apartment not to have A/C?

Do you have a legal question? Unless you are particularly elderly or frail, the lack of air conditioning is not an emergency. An inconvenience...