Is talking about drugs against the law and who or how are they able to hear my conversation within my apt. Can I find out how

I agree with Mr. Moss and you have the freedom of speech and an expectation of privacy on your side. You should follow Mr. Moss's suggestion and...

Is it legal for an attorney to charge a principal in a transaction a fee that pays for another principal's debt?

I agree with the previous answers . In a normal short sale the lender pays the fees not the seller or the buyer and this does not sound normal ,...

Can I serve someone's California lawyer for a small claims matter or do I have to serve the actual hiring party from Japan?

I would serve them both, use a process server in California and follow the Geneva Convention in Japan and other countries. You will need some one...

Am I still liable for any damages they claim, even if they don't have a move in checklist from me?

I agree with the previous answers. The landlord cannot hold the deposit , but can still sue for damages. The real issue will be proof, without some...

I agree with Mr. Koler and your civil rights would have been impacted , but fee simple ownership of property and the sales should not be an issue....

Is this my easement too? Do I have any rights to make them put a ditch in? Do I have any rights to put a stop to it?

I agree with the previous answer. You need to have a lawyer carefully examine their rights and responsibilities to you as spelled out in the...

Do I have an legal recourse with the association as I feel these fines are unwarranted

Your tenants should be repaying you for the violations. You could appeal to the Board for relief on the fines as the tenants were working on the...

How do I force a sale of the land? There are ten heirs. I am the only one without children.

I agree with the previous answers. A partition action is one way , but you will need help first. Use the find a lawyer tab above and hire a probate...

What does this mean and what are his options? How can I provide emotional support

His best move is to hire a lawyer . You could help him by getting him an experienced criminal defense lawyer. He needs help and should not talk...

Is owner of a company liable for subcontractors damage?

Your contract should have an insurance requirement and general liability policy section. The car owner should be filing a claim on their own...