How is UM insurance paid out?

Your location isn't showing, and it could affect the answer. Generally, any entity/insurance paying your medicals will have a lien against your...

Has anyone mentioned, "hire an attorney *NOW*" You're not going to accomplish anything here; hire an *experienced* criminal attorney from a...

Can I expect to be paid a salary stated in a letter offering employment signed by Director of Human Resources? Is it binding?

Much will depend upon whether employment is "at will" in your state. If the employer has no obligation to keep you, it can generally lower the...

I filed chapter 7 bankruptcy and my dad has offered me a loan to survive. Can I deposit this money in my account legally?

The possibility of borrowing from family is not an asset of the bankruptcy estate; the trustee had no right to it, even if you could have done so...

How can I get the money back?

Generally speaking, once money is wired, it's gone. End of story. Bank can do nothing. Conceivably, you could sue the recipient for "unjust...

Is it SSI fraud if some income isn't reported and changing bank accounts to her son's to pay the bills ?

Once you use the words "is," "fraud," and "under the table" together, you've pretty much answered your own question . . . Anyone letting...

Can payday loan companies take me to court for bouncing checks ? Loan was done on line .

Generally speaking, a company can sue for a bad loan where you live. There are some Indian Tribe companies, though, that may not do so,...

My employer is selling his practice. I have been employed for 14 years. How do I protect myself in the transition?

Your employer has no obligation to remain in business, save by any contracts you have. The best advice here isn't legal, but practical: ...

We hired a model for a commercial photo shoot. She is posting the photos on twitter promoting herself & another business. Legal?

The photographer may also have rights here--did he sign away *his* copyright on the pictures?

If i open up a new business in my name and my husband works for me, can they garnish the business income for child support?

As a general principal, what either spouse earns is community property, and can answer for the debts of either. Some states modify this, however. ...