I had just been served by a collection agency for an old cell phone bil, what do I do?

First of all, if you've been served with a summons and complaint, you MUST file an answer, or you'll have a default judgment entered against you. ...

The simple answer is "no." The more complex answer is, when you cut images out of a comic book (which is a copyrighted work prepared by its...

I left a question about representation and my cell phone number, and someone called my home number. How could that happen?

I don't know how someone would get from your cell number to your home number, unless your cell phone is set to forward calls. I believe Avvo asks...

My tenant hasn't paid rent in 2 months. Why can he steal from me and get away with it?

The eviction process in California takes a little while (a tenant can really stretch it out if he works at it!) Your eviction company should be...

Is it legal for a 21 year old and a 16 year old to have sexual intercourse in WV?

Your question brings up the issue of statutory rape. Be aware that statutory rape is a very serious charge, and can be proven on the basis of...

Do I need an attorney to protect my original idea?

An attorney, per se, can't protect your idea, but an IP attorney can advise you on the options available to you, and advise you on the best way to...

If a credit card company says two different things, will the written agreement be upheld in court over the verbal one?

Bill collectors (and law firms acting as collectors) will say pretty much anything they think will get the debtor to cough up some cash. There are...

Mr. Wood is right: you don't have to say, but as you recognize in your question, it's important not to answer in a way that invites the police to...

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My investment condo lost value from $270,000 to $71,000. What are my options if I do not care for the property?

If you're that far underwater, you'll make $200K just by defaulting on the loan. However, depending on the laws in Florida, the lender may be able...

My car is totaled, but insuranse pay only 70 percent of market price. What should i do to get a ful value of the car?

Insurance settlement offers are usually low -- they'd rather not pay anything at all! If you've already accepted the settlement, then it's...