I live in California, and I was wondering if I am able to adopt a child-I have a felony on my record from 8 years ago?

You may be able to adopt since the felony is not related to children and was non-violent. That really is the most that can be said. Adoption...

I would like to sue my dentist

Respectfully, your question contains no facts which would lead a reasonable person to believe the dentist's treatment of your tooth fell below the...

Adoptive admission by silence during a traffic stop

It can only be used against you, and can be used against you, if you testify on your own behalf. The holding in Jenkins v. Anderson: The Fifth...

My home in CA forclosed in Dec 2007. I had a second for 75k. Its been over 4 years. I thought SOL was 4 years in CA.

Yes, you can "work a deal" to resolve your outstanding obligation. It will either be with the bank or the collection agency, depending on who...

No, it is not an invasion of your privacy. Yes, you employer can require that you carry a clear purse to work. If you have items you feel are...

Why would you want to file bankruptcy? You have nothing to protect. If you are homeless your creditors cannot contact or harass you. You're...

If I wanted to purchase a house, What percentage of the appraised value would a mortgage company loan to me ?

You will have to ask a local realtor or lender in your area. Most conventional lenders require a 20% down payment. However, depending on your...

Does my 75 year old father with dementia/strokes qualify for SSI?

Your parents would be well served to use some of the money in the IRA or stocks to consult an Elder law attorney in their area for Medi-Cal and...

Was my employer in the right for firing me after five years of employment for not disclosing a felony sixteen years ago

I might also add that if Walmart sells guns in their sporting goods department, as many do, Walmart probably determined they were required to fire...

I made 10 monthly payments for a 3 month trial modification. They foreclosed is there a breach in contract?

No one can tell from your description of the facts if there was a breach of contract. The most anyone could say is perhaps. You need to have the...