I agree that settlement discussions can take place during any part of a case and the fact that a summary judgment motion is pending does not alter...

Do I need to file for Leave to Amend for a 2nd civil amended complaint ?

I agree with my colleagues that you will need leave. In the future, you should look to the rules of civil procedure that should be available on the...

Who is liable?

If the store did not maintain a safe environment in which to shop, and you were injured as a result, you may have a claim. You should talk to an...

I bought a 14in sandwich from a get go the other day and it had a chicken bone in the one half.... Is there anything I

You don't say if you were injured in any way nor do you say if you notified the business you purchased the sandwich from and asked for...

Can a court take away the rights of a father who didn't know he had a child till he was arrested for sex with a minor?

Your question is not clear as to the basis for the petition to terminate parental rights. If the basis is abandonment, then there is probably a...

My employer is interviewing other candidates for my job.

You don't say if you are considered an exempt employee for compensation purposes. However, because you mentioned your employer's refusal to pay...

How to proceed (legally) with a harassment suit when the lawyers-that-be are turning you down due to no EEOC filing?

It is not clear from your posting, but it appears that you did not file with the EEOC within the mandatory reporting period and therefore cannot...

Hello...please help, i was caught and arrested for shoplifting at macys in new jersey.

It is important you get legal representation right away. You will need to evaluate your options. You should not discuss this with anyone other than...

Is it legal to give priority to male students versus female?

I completely agree with the excellent advice of my colleague Mr. Westerfield. Title IX makes it unlawful to discriminate on the basis of gender in...

Just fired really bad attorney. can they try to get other money from me?

I agree with the excellent advice (and Latin lesson) from my colleague Ms. Bennett. Talk to your current lawyer about this.