Ethics Question

If the boy friend believed he was contacting your sister for legal advise and she did not clearly express that the conversation was not privileged,...

What should I do if I hire and pay an attorney for an appeal and the attorney does not go to court or give me the court date?

File a complaint with the commission on practice at the local bar association and potentially file a legal malpractice claim depending on the bar's...

Because you only carry liability you will not make a claim against your own insurance policy, however, your policy does include a duty to defend...

Yes personal injury law in completely separate from contract law. If the home owner was negligent in some way or strictly liable the contractor...

Why would unemployment be recalled after payment?

If benefits were paid and were not due repayment is normal. Think about an incorrect deduction from your personal bank account; when you learn of...

How long do we have to move out when the owner has sold the property?

You likely will need to focus your efforts on moving. The new owner does not have an obligation to keep you on as a tenant and likely your eviction...

What is the best way to get our voices heard when the other party dominates the floor constantly?

You need an attorney who is willing to litigate.

This is a tough one. My son brought his children to me 8 years ago. Do I have any rights to the children?

Grandparent rights are quite limited. The best interest of the children will likely be to stay on good terms with your son and let him try out the...

If a male pushed a female as they were playing outside during school and she was injured what can happen to that person?

If this was an accident then no crime has been committed and juvenile time will not apply. Depending on the definition of intent in DC he may be...

I missed my first court appearance for a criminal charge (retail theft). I was in the ER, what do I do next?

You need to be proactive and contact the court.