Have already been charged with shoplifting by the court, but now am being charged with a civil demand...?

Most major retailers have law firms that literally send out millions of demand letters asking for civil penalties. The amount is generally between...

I'm being sued by my previous lawyer, and im countersuing her do i have to disclose my reasons?

Yes. This is called discovery and is allowed in the court system. If you do not provide the documentation she can get sanctions against you and...

What is the correct attorney "type" to represent me in civil court?

You need to find a civil litigation attorney who specializes in defamation and will take the case on a contingency. Check Avvo for Seattle...

Man dies he leave behind three kids two want to sale his stuff but the older one doesnt who has the say of what happens? No will

All 3 kids share equally in the property. If you cannot agree on fair distribution any one of you can go to court and ask for estate to be...

I received a 60 day notice to quit from my landlord. Due to asking for repairs before signing the month by month contract.

You cannot sign it to avoid eviction. You were given notice terminating your month to month. If you do not leave in 60 days the landlord will...

Do the pawn shops get penalized for having stolen property?

Pawn shops are regulated and are supposed to keep detailed records of when items were brought and who brought them. I would go to the police...

Service has to be made at least 15 days before the hearing and proof of service needs to be filed with court 5 days before hearing. Call the small...

I have been renting a room with my daughter and she moved out , now i was toldi need to leave is this legal?

Your tenancy is month to month. They have the right to give you 30 days notice. If you are not out in 30 days they can file a lawsuit to evict...

Civil Demand Letter - help please! (sorry, know this is common)

I will be happy to join the chorus. Ignore any demand letter you receive. They will not file suit against you when you do not pay. The best...

Is it ever a crime to not do something?

Maybe a sin. Honor thy Father and Mother. Potentially, if you had a duty to do something and deliberately failed to do it, causing someone to be...