Often a review hearing is a chance for the judge to find out the status of a case after a pretrial conference with the prosecutor. You should be...

Your niece needs help. Neither you nor I can know whether she is telling you (and her sister) the truth. However even if it is not true, she needs...

What is the punishment for a first time offender for embezzlement with a dollar amount of >$200, but <$500.?

The key here is that you need your own lawyer if you are facing this charge. There is a potential for getting out of this without a criminal record...

9yo son was picked up, slammed against the wall and screamed at. Can I press charges?

A prosecutor con press charges, yes. Normally they take their information from police who have investigated an allegation. You can call the police.

Two good Texas attorneys have told you that once abuse is ruled out you no longer need follow a safety plan that was put in place because of the...

My child is 13 years old and was rape but isn't talking anymore they close case I want case open

I agree with Atty. Sanderson. Counseling is in order. The decision on charges is made by the prosecuting attorney, not the victim, or the...

What to do with a crime happened 1-2 years ago?

I would recommend talking with a personal injury lawyer.

If a security deposit check bounces, then clears, can I terminate lease?

This does not give you grounds to terminate the lease. It may, depending on your lease, give you grounds to require a cashier's check or money...

I am being required to give my phone number for a social network after being a member for 2 days. Is this legal?

They can ask for your phone number. You do not have to give it to them. You could withdraw from the site as well. However, remember, once it is on...

How do I select an attorney to help me out? Or, can my credit card company help?

Your credit card company can, and should, help. Otherwise, report this to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection...