The first appearance for a misdemeanor charge is typically reserved for entering your plea, negotiating with the prosecutor, and determining if the...

My parents supported my brother for 20 years. Now he is the primary caregiver and was told he is entitled to most inheritance

There are too many variables involved in this kind of case to give an accurate opinion through on-line forum. Depending on the size of the estate,...

It varies by court and county. The judge might hold her in contempt if she believes your ex has the means to pay for the mediation but is...

What age can my son decide to come live with my fiancé and instead of his mother? There are no paper agreements only verbal.

You and your ex have managed to function without a court order for longer than most. Understand that if you start this process, you could be in...

What is chance of getting alimony.I live in M adison Co. Il.Seperated from an 11 yr. marriage with 10 yr. old son.

The few factors you disclosed are in your favor. There is a vast discrepancy in income. Also the court usually won't consider awarding...

Marijuana charges come up on background check 15 years later

There are really 2 issues here: can you get this off of your record, and can they fire you. As has been discussed, whether you can get this off of...

To open a new business that competes with our current employer, can they stop us from selling our current customers?

There is simply not enough detail provided for an attorney to confidently answer your question. Despite a lack of a contract or a non-compete...

Just received a 30 day notice to vacate. How long can I stay if I refuse to leave. I 65 and not in good health.

Great answers have been posted to your question, but I would add that the landlord can probably get a judgment against you for back rent for each...

Suing starbucks for negligence in my being a disabled veteran

The quick answer is probably not. In our system, there is not a right for every wrong. My answer might change if I knew more details about: 1....

My ex-wife got an op on me in august of 2012 . Since then she continues to contact me . What can I do to get the op dropped?

If I understand you correctly, she has an OP against you, yet you have both continued to contact each other. Unfortunately, you are at her mercy...