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Criminal defense CT law mittimus delay parole

Michael's answer | Answered on September 24, 2009

I would suggest speaking to your husband's attorney again. If you are not satisfied with the response, then you might seek to hire new counsel for...

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When a client changes attorneys, is the Substitution of Attorney the only form needed to submit to Superior (probate) Court?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 24, 2009

In order for any attorney to make an "appearance" for a party, that attorney MUST submit an appearance for with the court. This form MUST be signed...

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Do i need a lawyer if i am being sued for an unpaid credit card totaling $5200?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 24, 2009

Hring a lawyer will l likely cost you a lot less than the $5200 debt. Whether you will need on to defend yourself or not, is a question that cannot...

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Paying for damages sons quad made to neighbors bumper?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 21, 2009

I disagree with Mr. Lundeen: If your son is a minor and our son DID cause the damage, then you are liable for said damage (note that you said it...

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Six months ago my son was riding a bike and he scratch a parked car.

Michael's answer | Answered on September 18, 2009

If your son did, in fact, scratch the car then of course you are responsible (both morally and legally). Whether, and how much, you have to pay is...

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Is it reasonable to seek an increase in Child Support?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 18, 2009

Unfortunately you did not explain how much money you or your ex is currently making. Child support calculations are driven by these two numbers....

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Employer wants employee to collect umemployment benefits and still work for them 40 hours until company is doing better.

Michael's answer | Answered on September 18, 2009

Let us begin with the possibility (very real) of criminal charges for defrauding the state. In order to collect benefits, you must first claim that...

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Can cops question you because you were associated with a person in the past and they have been arrested?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 17, 2009

I agree. The police have the ability to question anyone on almost any topic. The fact that you were once a known associate is a more than...

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Can a landlord tell you that a friend of yours is not allowed visit you. We live in CT.

Michael's answer | Answered on September 17, 2009

I disagree with the prior poster. In most cases, the answer is an emphatic NO. Most leases provide for complete control (demise) over a premises -...

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Where can I find the legal definition of "wear and Tear" for Connecticut?

Michael's answer | Answered on September 17, 2009

Unfortunately, the definition of "wear and tear" or "normal wear and tear" is not spelled out with any specificity. Usually, at least in the...

Michael D Fox's Answers (182)

Criminal defense CT law mittimus delay parole

When a client changes attorneys, is the Substitution of Attorney the only form needed to submit to Superior (probate) Court?

Do i need a lawyer if i am being sued for an unpaid credit card totaling $5200?

Paying for damages sons quad made to neighbors bumper?

Six months ago my son was riding a bike and he scratch a parked car.

Is it reasonable to seek an increase in Child Support?

Employer wants employee to collect umemployment benefits and still work for them 40 hours until company is doing better.

Can cops question you because you were associated with a person in the past and they have been arrested?

Can a landlord tell you that a friend of yours is not allowed visit you. We live in CT.

Where can I find the legal definition of "wear and Tear" for Connecticut?