What are my options?

Consult with an attorney about this since it is generally frowned upon for someone to use the threat of a criminal charge being filed to extract a...

Can I file anything to get a judgement from the court soon?

Call the clerk of court to make sure your filing was received and the matter has been brought to the attention of the judge. The clerk may be...

What can I expect from an Iowa speeding ticket

If you are convicted for 39 over you will be looking at a very substantial fine and consequences for your driving privileges. Any speeding...

I lived with a man for 8 years. We were husband and wife but no marriage license. What method do i use to inhert. He died in Oct

Get a probate attorney as soon as possible. If there is a probate proceeding, the personal representative for the estate has the authority to deal...

Real estate purchase contracts

A contract is generally limited to the terms included in the final version of the contract that has been accepted by all parties. If terms were...

Check on the account terms for the credit union since it is not unusual for the credit union to have a right of set-off against any balances on...

What if when given an open container ticket as a passenger the officer didn't have you sign the ticket?

It is not necessarily a requirement for you to sign a ticket for it to be validly issued. Consult with a criminal defense attorney to see if that...

Would I get my bail money back if I revoked a bond.

When a cash bond is posted it will generally be held by the court until (1) the case is over or (2) a judge authorizes the release of the bond. If...

Do employers care about non-convictions on background checks?

Different employers have different views on this subject. There is a very real possibility that if a background check shows an arrest for a crime...

Besides getting an expungement order, should I also hire an attorney or online firm to help expunge my record?

I have never heard of any of those companies and would be cautious about their ability to clean up a criminal record. Criminal records are kept by...