Legally, you have no obligation to pay an unlicensed contractor any money for a job over $500. And, in fact, even if he finished the job and you...

What are the laws/procedures regarding confessions to crime in autobiographies?

Such a statement could be used against the author in a criminal prosecution. There is no statute of limitations on murder. The publishers are not...

1) You do not have to pay the civil demand; 2) You should remain silent and stop talking about this matter with ANYONE (that includes here on...

What’s the different between a public defender and a private attorney? Other than the pay?

WIth respect to the quality of an attorney, public defenders are generally the same as private attorneys, there are great ones and there are...

Pressing Charges once they are dismissed?

The accuser cannot "press charges" only the prosecutor can. It sounds like your son has an attorney who obtained a favorable outcome of this...

How can I prove the cop violated my rights

All you can really do is make a complaint to his department about what he did to you. There is probably a form on their website or a number you can...

How much time am I looking at for possession of controlled substance with a prior from 13 years ago in orange county CA?

Go speak to an attorney immediately. In fact, go meet with a few and hire the one you feel most comfortable with, most offer free consultatoins. ...

If it is your first offense you should not receive jail tim, though nothing is guaranteed, and that is generally speaking, without knowing the...

I have 2 misdemeanor warrants for spousal abuse in Los Angeles that are 13 years old

You need to speak with an attorney about going into court and trying to have the warrants recalled on your behalf. You may or may not be taken...

Mr. Chen gave a most excellent and thorough answer for you. The bottom line is you need to speak with an attorney to determine how best to...