15 mths ago I sold my van to a couple believing they would take possession. They still haven't. Do I have to return their money?

First of all, don't ever do this again. A vehicle carries a title with it, so obtaining the purchase money and watching the buyer drive away is...

I left a painting I did with an ex who agreed that I would eventually get it back. He has since given it away. Any recourse?

It seems that you made it quite clear that the painting was NOT a gift, and that he was vested with the responsibility to keep it "safe, warm, and...

If you purchased the boat without even simple contract, a court will probably find that you purchased it "as is" without any warranties as to the...

Mr. Bolliger is, as usual, absolutely correct. When you write a check that is returned NSF or marked "account closed" in Florida, you are liable...

What is the thinking re; Corp. must be represented by an atty?

For the same reason that second year medical students aren't allowed to perform open heart surgery in their spare time. Corporate owners who don't...

Can i sue an age 17 person (born '95) in small claims or do i have to sue his parent(s)?

You raise so many issues, I almost don't know where to begin in this limited forum. You don't state whether you are a minor or an adult, but you...

What can I do if my lawyer fail to file my lawsuit against 2 major medical company?

Please keep in mind that I am only giving you very general commentary, not legal advice. Having said that: Why don't you just ask your attorney...

In 2010 plaintiff was granted judgment by default (I missed court date) in civil court

With litigation, you can't sit on your hands and expect things to happen by magic. You got a couple of nice "breaks": First, even though you...

Im a juivnile who skipped a court day on an attempt murder case...i was supenaed to go but didint. whats the worst they can do?

The worst thing they can do is arrest you on a bench warrant and give you free room with no view. Call the State Attorney and make it right with...

My son bought a car from a private owner 2 years ago and rec'd a clean title.

Something doesn't add up here. You need to see a lawyer immediately. In the meantime, keep the car in a place where the repo guy won't find it...