Does writing "last payment" in the memo line of a check discharge the debtor from the debt?

No. A negotiable instrument cannot be used to modify the terms of an existing contract. Although UCC 3 still contains an accord and...

Can you sue the debt collector if the original creditor no longer exists?

You most likely have a statute of limitations problem with suing for the actions of the apartment management company and owners. Technically, you...

I am being harassed at school by my instructor. I have went to student affairs on several occasions nothing was done.

Nothing you described, on the surface, raises any obvious legal claim. This situation is a matter for the school to handle internally. Your remedy...

Sounds perfectly fine assuming a school policy was violated.

Do I need a personal attorney representing me when I seek to consult another attorney with a whistleblower case?

If this situation really is a big time whistle blower situation, involving multi-billion dollar company(s), federal investigators and what not,...

Dept of ed claims i owe for defaulted student loan. i claim i knew nothing about it. who is responsible for accurate proving it?

I have this exact case (although the time frame doesn't go back that far). Unfortunately, the burden is somewhat mutual. I can tell you this, there...

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I can't say 100% certain, but I highly doubt it is illegal. Reason being, there is no reasonable expectation of privacy in most areas of school...

Are my children responsible for my credit card debts and mortgage when I die?

No, that sounds like a dishonest pitch to sell you life insurance. Now, when you die, your debts don't disappear. Your estate (your assets) can...

Does an Attorney have to allow the client to review and approve complaint prior to issue?

Sure, if you are willing to pay for the extra time. Certain documents should be reviewed by the client, others not so. As stated, I tend to...

How to find a attorney who can help write to ethics to discipline another attorney?

You don't need an attorney to assist you (although, I suppose you might find one willing to help, for a fee). Maybe consult with an attorney to see...