When faced with a threat of a lawsuit, it is always a good idea to count the cost. By that I mean it can be very costly, financially and...

Can a company send you a collections letter without a legitimate reason or some kind of authorization?

I am a California attorney and the advice given by my out of state colleagues is sound. In California, like many states, there are limits on what...

If a judgment is made at trial for a civil lawsuit, does the defendant have the option of offering to pay at will?

Generally, unless we are talking about a small claims case, a judgment gives the prevailing party the right to attempt collection through a variety...

In San Francisco or anywhere, is it jury tampering,prejudicial,and/or conspiracy when calling together a jury?

If I understand your question the answer is it is lawful to dismiss you from any particular jury unless it is found by the court that the attorney...

Can I get financial compensation if a contractor did not make a payment to my health insurance and my acc went to collection?

Your facts are slim so it is hard to give you much advice. The short answer to your question is yes, if you can prove you paid it money and you...

Does my employer have the right to know what my health insurance covers

Ms. Marsh is absolutely correct. As long as you provide the appropriate receipts to document your cafeteria plan, the employer is entitled to no...

I can't take it any more. The police in my area should be fired or pay me for public humiliation. Which steps can i take?

I have added the "civil rights" category to your question. I believe you will find more attorneys able to answer your question from that practice...

I received both "right to sue" employer letters from EEOC, want to know is there advantage to suing in federal vs state court?

Ms. Spencer has provided a great response which I agree with wholeheartedly. I just wanted to add a few more reasons why I believe litigating...

RE: EEOC charge letter:Are you limited to suing only based upon written charge filed or can other info be entered into lawsuit?

A person who wants to make a discrimination or harassment claim under most federal protective statutes must first exhaust their administrative...

I got suspended by my boss for sexually harassing a coworker who did not even file any complaint. Is there any thing i can do?CA

I am sorry to say, no, there is nothing you can do. It is fully within an employer's right to suspend or even fire you for sexually harassing a...