If the work was not completed, can the contractor still place a lien on the property? I'm willing to pay when the work is done.

Generally, enforcement of construction liens only requires that the work be 'substantially complete,' though there are many statutory requirements...

After probate, can a sibling who inherits a home with an existing mortgage leave the title in the name of the deceased sibling ?

Consult with a Washington Probate attorney, but the general rule, and in fact a major purpose behind the whole probate process, is that dead people...

I have an idea for a piece of jewelry and I want to enter into an agreement with a jeweler to make this jewelry.

I would add to the above responses that if you have made a prototype piece, committed your design to paper, saved it in some sort of computer...

Seller defaults on Business Purchase Agreement.

Without reviewing the agreement, no attorney can tell you what your legal options are in this situation. Try clicking "Find a Lawyer" above, or...

Anybody can sue anyone (including the government) for anything at any time. The real issues are, what claims can you allege and prove and what...

I loaned a man $5500.00 in 1985. He signed a promissory note with 10% interest. He never paid me. Is there anything I can do?

I am not licensed to practice law in Texas, so you should seek advice from an attorney who is. It is highly unlikely that you would be able to...

Fare evasion = theft of service?

I have also seen people charged with "Interference with public transportation," also a Class A Misdemeanor, for failing to pay a fare or keep proof...

Do the court or debt collector give notice to me of wages or account garnishments before they do it? lawsuits?

In addition to the fine points shared by my colleagues, an important thing to know is that in Oregon a judgment creditor can seek permission of the...

Where can I find current ORS information on-line?

Mr. Bodzin directs you to the proper website. Another you may want to look at is http://www.oregonlaws.org/ which provides a different interface...

How long could the Judge hold the matter before he make a decision?

Oregon Uniform Trial Court Rules (UTCR), Rule 2.030 provides: (1) If any judge shall have any matter under advisement for a period of more than...

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