Can I sue for false arrest if not convicted?

It would be hard for you to win a case like you are suggesting if you are talking about suing the State or the Prosecutor's office. Unless there...

The company is asking me what dollar amount I want for severance pay so I dont sue after being Terminated for retaliation.

I agree with the first lawyer who responded that your post is not really asking a question. You raise some very serious concerns regarding what...

The first place to look is in your lease agreement. If there is no way to get out under the terms of your lease, you may just want to talk to your...

What are my rights as a tenant at a Retirement Community apartment on getting leaks repaired?

Your landlord is responsible to make the repairs and is obligated to do it in a timely manner otherwise you may have a breach of warranty of...

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Mr. Harkess and Mr. Weeden both already gave excellent responses to your question. But just to clarify even further, if you pursue a civil claim...

I agree with Mr. Eby's assessment, as usual. Rather than propagate the conflict with the roommate, it sounds like she just wants to get her...

Is it fairly common for an employment attorney to take on a sexual harassment case on a contingency agreement?

I wholeheartedly agree with Mr. Harkness' response. If your case is strong and the potential for damages recovery is good, that increases the...

I need a tenant rights attorney but I don't have the money.

There's a potential Warranty of Habitability issue but you need to discuss the full details regarding the holes in your wall, a/c etc. with a local...

Can an employer promise commission with salary, hire you and never pay the commission? 25% of my earnings depended on commission

You really have to look at the exact terms of the contract you think is being violated by your employer and see if your situation actually creates...

Can I just do some jail time.

Probation is a privilege to avoid incarceration time. You can only be on probation if you, as the defendant, agree. If you want to do jail to...