My lawyer is trying to charge me for sending a letter to my exe's lawyer in order to get current address information on him.

Check your retainer agreement. It should define how hourly charges are assessed. Often that is in minimum increments of .2 or .3 of an hour. ...

If a parent reports abuse to themselves or their child, is contacting social services required?

Custody and parenting time issues are determined by a court based on a best interests of the child standard. The court will consider any evidence...

Is physical/sexual/emotional abuse a criminal offense enforced by law enforcement?

The answer depends on the conduct involved. Certainly physical harm or a threat of imminent physical harm could be charged as an assault which is...

I loaned a friend $50,000 dollars in 2007 he has never paid me back can I go after him criminaly and/or get some kind judgement

It is a civil matter where you must sue the person in District Court seeking a judgment in the amount owed based on contract. You would be wise...

Do I have to pay rent for my deceased mother's apartment?

It is impossible to respond without reviewing any existing lease and what you signed. Certainly, you are not liable on a lease that you did not...

Can I be served with court papers from my child?

It may be legal service, but it is not proper parental behavior and a court would certainly view dimly involving a child in such adult...

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Is it entrapment if your treatment roomate sets you up with the task force how can he be a confidental informant

Entrapment is a relatively rare affirmative defense. For entrapment, you must demonstrate that police engaged you in criminal activity where you...

Why didn't we receive a summons for File # 62-HG-CV-12-3420 ?

It is an eviction proceeding. If you believe you were not properly served, you must file a Motion to reopen the proceedings. Whether you are able...

What if a judgement is not entered in the county in which the person lives. Is that judgement still valid? What if you never

Yes. The Judgment is still valid if entered in a different county. It can be filed in any county where you own property where it can be enforced....

The criminal process may vary slightly by county. However, in many counties the second appearance is an omnibus hearing and, if there are...