Daughter is 17 & got underage drinking ticket in MI. We live in IL.

You might try reposting this question with a Michigan location, since your question hinges on Michigan law. I would also suggest, rather than...

Can i make my neighbor put up a fence instead of using mine for their dog

I can think of no legal theory which would allow you to require your neighbor to erect a fence. Is the dog damaging your fence in some way? That,...

Do just the father and mother get to go in the office with a mediator about child custody or can they bring someone else in also

It depends on the mediator, who this other person is, and local rules, if there are any. For the most part, I would say the answer is no, but you...

Whats time period after getting served on foreclosure

You may have one or more defenses to the foreclosure. You should discuss this, and the time frames involved, with your attorney. Good luck.

Should I ask for an "accounting" as a part of a partitions suit?

It may very well be worth your while, but without knowing the details of your situation, it is impossible to give you the direct answer you would...

I have been sued by a debt collector. they made a breach of contract claim, however the contract has an Arbitration provision

It is difficult to answer without seeing the contract. It is certainly possible that you could do this however. Arbitration clauses are generally...

We took early entry on a house we wanted to buy. Can we get our earnest money back if we walk away from the deal?

It depends on the terms of your agreement, as well as your early occupancy agreement. Before you do anything, talk to the attorney representing you...

How far does the law go to protect someone from blackmail/extortion?

This crime is referred to as intimidation in Illinois. Whether you have sufficient evidence, or can convince the police or state's attorney to take...

An would certainly need to review the employment contract to which you refer in order to give you an answer. But, yes, you may have legal recourse,...

Is it legal to charge for water by number of accupants with no meter?

First of all, if you have a written lease which states that water and heat are included, this cannot be changed unilaterally by your landlord. If...