No you cannot sue someone simply because they will not take make a criminal complaint. But, sounds like a possible conspiracy. You should report...

Statistically you will get more by using an attorney, even after attorneys fees. You simply will not be taken seriously as a layperson.

Possibly you have a chance. You should retain a landlord tenant attorney to review your program regulations and your lease etc

Definitely call a personal injury attorney to discuss this. All personal injury attorneys give free consultations and work on a contingency basis...

Recategorizing this under criminal defense law so those attorneys see it.

A local education law attorney could assist.

Most likely they did not want to draft a contract stating that you had done anything other than pay the entire down payment. Either complete the...

Instructions for small claims court are on the small claims court website.

Most likely a business license, plus a sales and use tax permit. But no attorney can comment about your business location without reviewing your...

Generally not if everything is as you say but this person obviously did you a huge favor so keep up with your end of the bargain ASAP.