What are the penalties for that municipal ticket and should I get a lawyer it a petty offence I think

You best bet would be to consult with a criminal defense attorney. If the facts are as you state, then a determination would need to be made as to...

Do I have any other options? Or if I go can I fight it afterwards. My grandma will pay for a lawyer if it helps.

If you go, you cannot fight it afterwards. That is a very bad choice. Unfortunately, you are out of options. You have two choices: comply and...

What would you do?

You are being sued under the theory of "joint and several liability." Basically, it doesn't matter that you caused the damages, you're still...

Why are the police asking my employer even thought i haven't worked there for over 2 months? What do you think the police wants?

Quite frankly, why would anyone know why the police are speaking to your former employer? The police have a right to continue an investigation and...

Can our previous landlord withhold more money after the move out inspection?

Can they? Yes, depending on the situation. Should they? No--I would never advise my clients to do this. For example, if you find something...

If the landlord takes this to court, what are the chances she would be ordered to pay $850?

Without having reviewed the lease and the detailed facts, if she failed to give the proper notice, she is liable for the money. However, in most...

An eviction process will be started against you. Unless you have a legal defense to non-payment of rent, pay it.

I'm not quite sure I understand your question. You're wondering if they can charge you money after the lease end date? If so, then answer is: it...

Is she illegally renting the basement to me and my family as a separate unit from the upstairs family

This is a fact specific question that can only be determined after a full review by an attorney. However, after practicing in landlord tenant law...

1. I going through a divorce. I'm going to get a dispersment in March 2016.. Will my soon to be ex spouse have access to that

It depends. What is the dispersement for? If you are entitled to it because of something that occurred during the marriage, then yes, they will...