Is it an invasion of privacy if a neighbor reads the Co. address off of a package you receive and then questions you about it?

"Privacy rights" have to do with government action and not the relation between individuals for the most part. I agree with other counsel on...

I PLEA TO A BUGLARY THAT I DID NOT DO. I CHARGE WITH BURGLAY FOR A LOCKER OPENING AT MY OLD EMPLOYER I USE WORK FOR.

There are various programs for persons with disabilities for which you may be eligible. You might also look up legal aid organizations that...

I had a friend who recently died and left me in his will. I am not close with his family. How can I find out what was left to me

I agree with attorney Goldstein. In legal terms, a will is "ambulatory". This means that during the friend's life, he may have changed his...

What do we tell the judge?

If the reference to "discharge" means that a Chapter 7 bankruptcy was filed, then any foreclosure proceeding should be automatically stayed until...

Private party vehicle sale: Seller cashed in extended warranty instead of transferring it. Better to lawyer up or small claim?

Depends on the amount involved. In an in person consultation with a lawyer, the details of the transaction would be given. What promises were...

Would it be possible for me to sue my 9 month old sons doctor for malpractice?

It is puzzling why a second doctor has not been consulted for an opinion about the redness, irritation, reaction to milk etc. If it is a matter...

Can an attorney be held liable for negligence

This is a difficult situation where a person has tendered a retainer, presumably, but the lawyer is not providing the promised representation....

My ex has continually violated our divorce agreement and my attorney will not file for contempt, can I do anything?

I agree with counsel. There are many experienced lawyers you may find here on Avvo or by contacting the local bar association in your area. See...

I will like to know when serving a 5 day notice do I need to get it notirize? Also when do file it

A proper 5 day notice should be accompanied by an affidavit of service. The affidavit is completed after the tenant has been served. The 5 days...

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Can I contact my ex if she has an order of protection against me so as to offer a settlement in my small claims case against her

Here's the problem: Contact by way of the small claims case may be viewed as a pretext and result in a complaint by the ex of violation. The...