A friend from Europe has an unpaid fine for jumping the gate in the NYC subway 5 years ago - can this affect re-entry in the US?

Yes, it can. Whether civil or criminal, it could have resulted in a warrant. Your friend should pay his fines, or make the arrangements in...

Divorce I want to start the process of my divorce.

I agree with my colleagues on this. A do-it-yourself kit will not be sufficient. Here's a few things you need to know: 1. The time living...

Do I have to come to court if I have a lawyer? I am representing myself in a custody suit because of no money but I am losing

1. representing yourself in a custody suit is never a good idea. 2. Yes, the lawyer may appear for you in SOME instances, although not all. 3. ...

Medical Negligence Do I have a case?

Dear asker, there are a few things you must consider before bringing a medical malpractice case. 1. You only have 2.5 years from the date of the...

How can I hire a foreign physical(PT) or occupational therapist(OT) to work in US?

Dear asker, there are a few problems you will have to overcome. 1. Although someone might be licensed as a PT/OT in another country, their...

My spouse is a permanent resident and he wants to send in papers become a citizen and file for me to become a permanent resident

1. An LPR may not sponsor another person's petition for permanence. He also must wait a specific amount of time before he can sponsor you AFTER...

Legal rights of Father over Children born out of Wedlock ? What if the mother refuses to get married & demands Child Support?

I agree with Mr. Bliven. There is no such right to "pre-conditions," and you cannot force someone to marry you. You had sex, and you spun the...

Yes. They can. Whether they can practically enforce such rules is another matter.

Are these the routine steps/parts/elements of a civil suit?

Congratulations, you've covered day one of a course in civil procedure. Now go hire a lawyer, because your understanding of the litigation process...

Landlord retaliation holdover suit after I got court ordered work- still not done but wants settle if counterclaims dropped

You've stated that you have an attorney, and you haven't asked any question. I suggest you have a frank face-to-face discussion with your...