I've helped many folks to go through the process of name changes, which are fairly straight-forward matters governed by Article 6 of the Civil...

No, New York does not expunge (destroy) criminal records except in very finite circumstances related to certain marijuana offenses. That said, as...

Generally speaking, no, an attorney cannot prosecute an action or otherwise petition a court without the consent of the plaintiff or petitioner. ...

Yes, in the absence of an employment contract, collective bargaining agreement, or other such contract or law that provides otherwise, you can...

Great question. Pressing charges or bringing charges refers to criminally prosecuting someone in a court of law, and that's the job of the...

No, New York law does not allow you to force an adult to change their legal name no matter the circumstances. You would have a better chance of...

Typically, when people are caught stealing in situations like yours the store tells them that they must sign a form agreeing not to come back to...

You should consider retaining an attorney as practicing law is complex and any mistakes can undermine any lawsuit that you bring. Also, prior to...

I understand your point, but I do not think that statement alone indicates that they did not engage in the interactive process ("We still aren't...

I'm not going to comment on Nevada law, because I'm admitted to practice law in New York state and federal courts, but you and any attorney who you...