It basically means a brand new hearing--a "second kick at the can," so to speak. It gives the losing party a second chance to present their case...

My landlord is charging me for the repair to my downstairs neighbor's furnace that she claims is from my clothes dryer. Can she?

THe landlord would have to show that the damage is absolutely your fault otherwise they are responsible for providing housing that is habitable and...

In WI-Is it theft or a civil matter?

There are a few types of theft identified in Wisconsin statute (section 943.20) but the one that would most apply to this situation is: (a)...

Whenever an employee is terminated from their employment and seeks unemployment insurance, the State has to determine whether the termination was...

Tenant/co-tenant rent Issues at end of lease; should I go to small claims?

You are correct about your liability in a lease that is joint and severally liable. You can pay the balance and then sue the former roommate for...

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I would like to know what is the worst possible out come would be if a person fails to repay an online payday loan?

You could be sued in small claims court if the loan is for $10,000 or less or in large claims court if over $10,000. If you are disabled and only...

An employee that I notified for termination, has filed an age discrimination claim against my employer, do I need a lawyer?

Unless you were acting outside the scope of your employment, duties and responsibilities as the HR Director, the employer is liable for your...

Unfortunately, the previous attorney is correct. This wouldn't be grounds to get out of your lease, which is a binding contract. If it's that...

My friend won't return my things even after I requested them prior to 30 days of leaving them. What can I do?

You can file a report with the police and they may say "it's a civil matter," which then leaves you having to file a replevin action in small...

Is it legal for my employer to hold my last two pay checks because an "audit" is being done?

You could file a complaint with the Department of Workforce Development's Equal Rights Division and see what they have to say about it. The simple...