All of my things were ruined in a fire caused by outlet failure. who's responsible. who replaces my things

It appears this is a rental situation. I can't tell if business or residential rental. Contact your renters insurance agent/company. If you don't...

Can a gun owner stop a violent crime if watching it happen

Displaying and announcing your weapon and trying to stop what you believe is an unjustified assault is probably ok, if you have the weapon legally....

Can my daughter get her dog back without going to court

The police will probably not want to get involved. Letter from attorney might help. Small claims action know as " replevin" for the return of...

Will hiring a lawyer help me to get the no contact order dropped? What do I do if my application gets denied?

Your boyfriend's attorney can't give you legal advice about your obligations concerning this incident. If the prosecutor does not follow your...

Was fired for a failed drug test. Applied for unemployment.I now have a hearing,company wants to dispute

See iowa code chapter 730.5 for law related to private employer drug testing. Failed test done properly can prevent unemployment benefits. Is...

Can a mother who has joint custody but has physical care of the children move out of the state without the fathers consent?

See Iowa Code 598.21D Relocation of parent as grounds to modify order of child custody. If a parent awarded joint legal custody and physical...

If you lie on some job application it may be a crime- e.g. Casinos, regulated industries such as banks and brokerages and some law enforcement and...

“I pay child support for two kids, one is graduating in 2 months, how do I lower the amount?

You will need to modify the court order or this may cause problem on credit reports or if you have a dispute in the future. At least one of you...

Was working with a company and signed a noncompete

Non compete clauses can be enforced if reasonable in time and distance and based upon adequate consideration and legitimate business purpose. The...

What type of hearings are mandatory for a defendant to be present for?

There are two different issues at work here. The Defendant has the right to be notified and attend every event or stage of the proceedings in an...