I agree with my colleague about possible collection efforts, and would simply add that DES will get itself involved if you have ever had to apply...

I'm not sure that I fully understand your question, but I do know that you got faulty advice from the attorney you spoke to (mentioned in your...

What can I do to expedite an appearance before the judge after receiving a notice of intent to dismiss case?

I have never heard of an establishment case being dismissed, except for failure to effect service of process or some other technical defect. That...

Is it legal for someone to sue over what help they give to a lost pet?

If she wants to keep the dog, why on earth is she demanding compensation for vet expenses? That is ludicrous! She obviously don't know how this...

Can I press charges on my neighbor for continued harassment of my dogs?

If you can afford to move, do so. If you can't, get a protective order against this woman, who clearly has mental health/anger issues. Invest in a...

Someone is threatening me to pay their medical bills for my dog biting them when they offered to watch him for a weekend?

You are strictly liable for any harms caused by your pet, regardless of whether you were present or not or whether the dog was entrusted to someone...

What will happen to my dog?

The neighbor certainly does not have the right to "kidnap" or "seize" your animal even if for some sort of ransom for the cost of the chickens. I...

I don't practice law in your state, but generally any wildlife species (including otters) cannot be "owned" or "kept" by an individual, family or...

My divorce orders state the ex and I are to go to mediation prior to going before a judge. Clarify what circumstances would that

I would send your ex a letter certified mail so you have proof he received it and state exactly what it is that he hasn't paid for that he is...

I have court in ten days for child support. Would a judge grant a divorce during that court date if both parties agree?

I'm not sure how it's possible that these two things aren't already part of the same case, but there would need to be a petition for marital...