Can my apartment complex deduct $280 from my security deposit for "paint"? And who would I take to a small claims court?

You are correct in that landlords cannot make a deduction to your security deposit for normal wear and tear. Any deductions must also be...

I LOANED A GOOD FRIEND SOME MONEY AND THEIR NOT PAYING . HOW DO I FILE A LEIN ON THEIR HOUSE . I HAVE A NOTE PROMISING TO PAY BA

Presuming that the note that you refer to is unsecured, you would have to file a lawsuit against the debtor. If you prevail in court, then various...

Can I deduct gambling losses from my taxes if I don't win anything?

The tax laws are very complex, and analysis of any tax situation always involves consideration of many factors. However, generally speaking, the...

It's certainly not advisable. Minors are prohibited from possessing cigarettes. California Penal Code Sec. 308(b) provides that, "[e]very person...

Can I postpone a foreclosure through injunctive relief once I file a lawsuit against my lender/seller for non-disclosure?

Some of these issues may depend upon whether you purchased this property as part of a standard sale or an (as is) foreclosure sale transaction. ...

What constitutes harassment?

In general, as a member of the HOA, you have the right to communicate with management. How much weight the attorney's threat carries will depend...

Do I have an Age Discrimination Case.

Quite possibly, yes. Not only does the supervisor's remark help to provide direct evidence of discrimination, the different treatment you've...

Are you eligible for secured electronic confinement? what is the proper name to ask?

Changed the practice area for your question from "not specified" to "criminal defense". Good luck to you.

Could I ask a judge to compel the telecommunications provider I use to provide evidence that I'm being eavesdropped on?

Oh my, this sounds like quite a frustrating situation. The tapping of phone lines is not actually an incredibly uncommon event, although usually...

Someone hits my parked car's door with her car. She lies to her insurance company that my door hit HER. Can I sue her for lying?

I changed the practice area for your question from "insurance" to "car accidents". Attorney Gross is correct, you would have no direct cause of...