IS there anything I can do to beat a civil suit against misdemeanor shoplifting?

Although you stated this was a misdemeanor, I believe you're asking for information about defending yourself in a civil action. If you’ve been...

What does it mean when an action has been dismissed and vacated?

You stated: "I had been told by the City Prosecutor that I would not have a record because of this." I do not know this attorney and I was not...

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How can a person be charged for an offense in Texas when the accused was never in the state of Texas

I am going to tackle this question on its face. How can an individual, who has never entered a certain US state, be charged for a criminal offense...

Can my wife evict me out our home that I pay all the bills & mortage at because she hasn't worked in over a year?

No, your wife cannot evict you because you possess title to the property. You stated that the house is "our home" and that it is "in my name." From...

Can Dallas Housing Authority evict me for a crime I did not commit?

In 1996, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) initiated a "One Strike and You're Out" policy that lets public housing...

Do i need an attorney other than court appointed?

I recommend you endeavor to retain experienced legal counsel to help you resolve this serious situation. If you are indigent, contact the court for...

Is the driver required to call his insurance company if someone falls out of his vehicle and is injured?

To answer the specific question you asked: no, a driver is not automatically required to call his insurance company in the situation described....

I agree with the previous answer, but I'd like to add some clarifying remarks. An assignment can legally transfer interest in real property. When...

First, locate a shelter so you have a safe "home base." In the short term, this is more important than resolving the car situation. There are many...

It depends on the circurmstances. If you rent an apartment, the landlord should not enter your unit without prior notice (absent an emergency). Yet...