Never give up your original. The agent has the authority to act and the copy is evidence. If someone fails to accept the power based on the copy...

How many years do we have to wait to file for a second chapter 7 bankruptcy?

Even if you don't think you're entitled to a new discharge yet, an attorney may be able to help you assess the situation. Other alternatives may be...

Probably. And he probably has insurance that covers it. Contact the landlord and let him know you need to file a claim for the damage. If he...

A renter changed the locks on my house and says he owns it now. What to do?

This is one of those cases where the kooky renter saw something on the internet and decided to try it. See link below for description of allodial...

Does my step mother have a case?

I sometimes advise my estate planning clients that there are a lot of similarities to dying and getting divorced. Community property interests is...

I need a copy of form 191 child support registry that I filed. Where can I get a copy of the form I filed?

This form is not filed with the court. It is sent to the Department of Child Support Services. Contact your local DCSS office.

A guy claims he secretly videotaped me having sex with him. He is threatening to send it to my family and friends.

Now it's a federal crime. 18 U.S. Code § 875(d) Contact the FBI to open an investigation.

Do I need a lawyer?

IRA beneficiaries, like life insurance, passes outside of probate. The institution holding the funds is contractually obligated to follow the...

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Tenant doesn't pay rent on time and doesn't pay late charges--ignores them. What records can I or do I need to keep as proof?

Read your lease carefully. A well-drafted lease will say that any time the tenant makes a payment the payment is applied to late fees first, and...

If the date on my lease is not correct, is the lease still legal in CA? I moved in April 26th vs. May 8th as stated on lease

It is still binding. The date the lease began may be questionable.