Can a defendant file for a motion requesting a summary judgement? And if so, how easy is it to try to do on my own?

You can do it yourself but it is extremely difficult. There may be an easier way for if the statute of limitations is clearly passed and it is...

What else can I besides filing a grievance with the State Bar Association if I think my lawyer is scamming me out of my money?

There are many issues at play here. You need to make a demand to your lawyer for payment in writing. If he does not respond with a cogent...

Can some one claim intellectual property over a design I've done that is similar but definitely different?

This is one of those cases where the answer is yes, someone can claim anything but which has to be reviewed in depth to determine whether the other...

How long does a sexual harrassment and a harrassment lawsuit stay on a person's personal record?

If this is a civil harassment as opposed to a criminal harassment, then the only records on which it would appear would be lists of lawsuits the...

I have become addicted to this gambling site making it hard for me to stop which is causing me over whelming stress and despair.

Really -- you are trying to blame the website for your gambling addiction? I agree with my colleague, you be better off spending time getting...

Does this mean that if I decide to go to arbitration that I will not be able to if I sign this contract?

Not at all. According to what you wrote, all that would have to be claimed as damages is an amount exceeding $15,000.

How do I defend my right to travel

You are required if you stay in the state of oregon long enough to establish citizenship to obtain a driver's license showing your knowledge of the...

Is it Legal to work under a pen name?

YOu can use a pen name but it is best if you register it as a dba since you are not allowed to misrepresent yourself to others.

If the formula is truly unique, novel and non-obvious and provides functional benefits, then it would definitely be worth obtaining a patent or at...

Does the court check to see if your income has changed after you file

Unfortunately, there are too many cases and too many files for the court to run a search on each party. If the court asks you, you have to tell...