Can I take legal action against a counselor who stated false allegations against me as a parent?

What you are alleging is slander and defamation of character. If she believed her comments about you were true and that was her opinion, then she...

I am being stalked how hard is self defense to prove in a court of law

As a fomer judge and prosecutor, I do not recommend you going all Dirty Harry or Rambo on this dude. Self defense or defense of others are defenses...

Can you amend a counterclaim at small claims court?

You can definitely offer any rebuttal evidence at the trial. If the trial has already started, you can't correct or amend the counterclaim. If the...

Can a school take your phone for over 24 hours?

Yes. See earlier answers.

My boyfriend was arrested on a drug charge, he was driving my car, what is kind of case will the city attorney file against ME?

Mr. Buckley is totally correct. I am actually suing the Denver PD, the Denver City Attorney's Office, and the Denver DA's Office over just this...

What kind of lawyer do I need to sue a co-buyer on a loan?

Any general practitioner or civil litigator would be a good choice. Shop around on Avvo with the FInd a Lawyer option and see what you find

If contractor list on webpage licensed and list electrical, plumbing, etc. is the onus on the customer to ensure qualifications

I am unsure what you are really asking. No, there is not an onus on the customer to verify a persons qualifications, if they hold themselves out as...

My provider violated HIPAA law by sending my med recs to an ins company. Human Serv. denied my inquiry.

Perfect response by Mr. Walter.

It is not illegal if a person was using the phone to text or otherwise disrupt class. It depends on the policies of the school and the school...

What are my rights as a Tenant when it comes to getting my security deposit back?

Under the landlord-tenant statutes, he is required to return it within 30 days or 60 days (only if provided for by lease) or an itemized statement...