Assume I hurt or kill an intruder in my home in self defense and are cleared of any criminal charges.

If this is purely a hypothetical question (i.e., you haven't actually hurt or killed anyone in self defense yet), one way to protect yourself from...

There are no copyright problems with what you propose for many long-dead artists, but there are certain less-long-dead artists whose estates and...

One man calls makes a police report on another guy stating he assaulted him. How much evidence does he need for a conviction?

In a criminal matter, the victim is not responsible for finding evidence to prove the crime. That's the job of the police, prosecutor, and others...

We signed a lease on an apartment in an apartment complex. They have refused to let us move in on the leasing date. What to do?

You may be able to claim as damages the costs of finding another apartment. For example, if you had to store your things after moving out of your...

Is there a way to void a contract

There may be a way for your friend to get out of this contract, but without reviewing the contract itself, and probably asking further questions of...

What are the legal requirements for serving someone? and how do we handle this collection agency situation?

Mr. Alexander's advice is very good. I only want to emphasize how important his first step is. Write a paper letter to the collection agency and...

Can the exector of the estate sell something that was willed to you 4 years before that person has pasted ?

A person's will is written while she's still alive, but doesn't do anything until she dies. So, things may change between those times. The...

Can a escrow company reject me from using money I've received from my parents as a gift?

The escrow company wouldn't reject you for a reason like that unless their instructions from the mortgage company said so (an escrow company is...

What can I do if my trademark was approved, I got a dba, then it was re-reviewed and denied?

If you filed for a Federal trademark, which was first granted and then reviewed and cancelled, an attorney should be able to figure out why. Most...

Would a homosexual couple have legal standing to pursue a claim of the intentional infliction of emotional distress?

This is an interesting question, and an area of law where many would like to see change, but I don't think your situation presents the issue in a...