Daugher stole checkbook and cashed numerous checks with our forged signatures.

A forged check creates no rights. Unless there is some evidence that the daughter had been authorized to use the checking account, you may tell...

Which of the following options should I act on first based on the details?

Whether or not any or all of these options would be better or best depends on the amount of money involved and the stage of proceedings for the...

I am in a dispute with my landlords atty. I don't like my atty. If I replace my current atty will it be possible to postpone

Replacement of an attorney will not guarantee the judge will continue a case. If you are unhappy with your present attorney, hire another as...

Modification loan as co borrow but not on deed.Should I be on the deed?

I would consider it foolish to be on the loan and not on the title. Boyfriend/girlfriend relationships (lie many others) may not endure, and the...

Am sole heir to my brother's will. do i need lawyer to change name on house deed and land deed?

Depending on whether the deceased wife's name was on the deed, and how title was held, the house may have to be probated to clear title in your...

My wife's on deed of her mom's home. When her mom goes into a care home, and we move into the home, can anyone take the house?

Any legitimate creditor can look to the assets of any legitimate debtor, unless there is a specific exemption, such as a homestead exemption which...

Can I be held responsible for attorney fees for not being able to provide all information requested in discovery?

If a judge is not persuaded by your arguments, then he or she may very well impose sanctions including attorney fees. This is why it is very...

What word(s) establish the status of evidence as being "proof in of itself", requiring no additional explanation; examples ?

Torts 101, "res ipsa loquitor", a piano falling on your head while walking down the sidewalk minding your own...

No time requirement, as long as the court and opposing counsel are aware that you cannot make the appearance. This is more a question of courtesy,...

Does a party need to file opposition against a summary judgment motion from a defendant?

If no opposition is filed, a judge may interpret that as conceding that the moving papers are meritorious. Because of the strict formalities...