If the prosecution calls me to the witness stand and I testify that the defendant confessed to burning down the building,

If offered as proof of the matter asserted, as a general rule, yes. There are, however, many exceptions to the "hearsay rule" and more than one...

How do you get in front of a small claims court judge?

You file a complaint, serve process on the defendant, and set a hearing Some small claims courts provide public information regarding the procedure.

Do I need a lawyer?

If the father of your child is "taking you to court for visitation" then it is probably not true that he wants nothing to do with the child. The...

Buying a home and was wondering which one is best?

California probate law is so complicated and costly that revocable ("living") trusts have gained popularity as a more flexible estate planning...

My car got totalled and my insurance is lasped and im behind in my payments whats gonna happen?

In addition to the information about insurance rights already posted, be aware that totaling the collateral does nothing to satisfy your contract...

What do I need to file to get the other parent to sign away her parental rights?

The myth that there exists some magic procedure through which a parent can unilaterally terminate parental rights with a signature is simply...

I was involved in a partition lawsuit which just settled. The other attorney charged $70K, mine $140K. What should I do?

You are obligated as set forth in your fee agreement with your attorney (and his/her firm). Litigation of this type commonly causes concerns over...

My husband is fighting for his life . he is looking at 40yrs to life. federal drug case. im lookin for the best law firm

Feel free to use the Avvo "Find a Lawyer" function, and interview several before selecting.

Can I plea the 5th on a lie dector test to the question I don't want to answer

Maybe you CAN, but you almost certainly do not WANT to. Before submitting to a lie detector test, it will be essential to learn much more about...

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I haven't been charged yet it should happen in the next couple days I will be charge with identify theft or credit card fraud

Retain the best criminal defense attorney you can find, and STOP TALKING about the situation to anyone other than your attorney. Period.