I was driving someone Else's vehicle and i had no idea they had suspended plates am I responsible ???

As the driver of the vehicle, you are legally responsible for the fine. Similar to driving without proof of insurance. The fact that the owner...

How do i find out what i owe on a 4 year old fine? Could it have gone to collections?

Call the Court that issued the original fine. If you don't have the citation number, they will look it up. If the fine is more than you can...

We are obligated to live on site to work at a motel. Owner says apt is worth $1000/month so he pays less. Is this legal?

It is typical that the on site manager lives at the complex at a reduced rent or no rent at all. The "reasonable value" of the apt would be...

Can a lawyer who has been withdrawn from your case release information to the opposing lawyer from your case?

The duty of loyalty, duty of confidentiality survives the termination of the Attorney Client relationship. Put your request for copies of your...

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The person supposedly i hired as a licensed contractor to install a restaurant kitchen hood turned out to be not licensed .

Filing a claim against the City is not practicable and would likely be dismissed by the Courts. Most people do not realize it but a governmental...

How can I appeal a wage garnishment?

As part of the Garnishment package that you should have received is a separate form allowing you to ask for a hearing / contest the garnishment. ...

Can a mechanic place a lien on your vehicle if they never informed you they were charging for writing an estimate?

In most states, a Garageman's Line (Mechanic's Lien) is limited to the "reasonable" value of the labor and parts that were performed on the...

I have a question concerning New Jersey The Consumer Fraud Act & Home Improvement Practice.

Although I am not licensed in NJ, most states have a separate agency that handles complaints regarding manufactured homes and the setup and...

Are the subdivision bonds for a development considered public record?

They are a public record. Typically, they are recorded with the County Recorder's office and thus available through that government office. The...

If an suit settled in arbitration awards a settlement but does not specify a date when the settlement money is due?

If the Arbitration Award was through a private provider (e.g. AAA, JAMS), or pursuant to state statute or court rule, the Award itself does not...