What is the best way to not ruin my credit score with a student loan that has went into collections?

When was the last time you made a payment? Each time you make a payment, you revive the four year statute of limitations to file a lawsuit to...

If my mom gives me $56,000 for pre-inheritance can I save for myself or does she have a right to it if and when we get Divorce

This sounds like a separate property gift to me. Gifts you receive during the marriage are treated as separate property. Deposit it in a separate...

As a seasonal worker if I get fired do I still have the right to get paid immediately ?

They were supposed to pay you the day they terminated you, i.e. Monday, 12/11. Each day they are late in giving you your final paycheck you are...

Elder abuse?

File a restraining order against them!

What are my rights on my husbands property?

He cannot legally kick you out without evicting you. He would need to provide you with a notice to vacate and upon your failure to do so, he would...

You are not legally compelled to provide any support until you have a court order or DCSS notifies you. Expect to receive something in the mail...

Is it illegal to record lewd calls?

The general answer is no calls can be recorded without consent from the party being recorded. However, courts readily allow nonconsensual recorded...

My supervisor is using his authority to have women provide sexual favors?

Simply having affairs is not illegal, but yes, using your authority to do so would be quid pro quo sexual harassment. The proper plaintiff in this...

Did you have a court date yet? If not, they simply have a temporary restraining order on you and you can fight for your rights in court. It...

Can an attorney with a domestic violence conviction and effective restraining order continue to practice?

All California attorneys are required to report any felony charges or convictions to the State Bar. If and when the attorney fulfills their...