Neighbors tree fell and destroyed our fence. threatened to fall on guest house. we cut it down and years later are being sued

Counter sue for the cost of the damage to the fence and the cost of cutting the tree down. Gather documents to support the $ figures for those...

Can I refuse eating disorder treatment?

If your Doctor thought you were medically stable, he/she wouldn't be recommending inpatient. If the inpatient facility thought you were medically...

What you are describing sounds like a Protective Proceeding in Probate Court. The Court may appoint a guardian, conservator, or fiduciary to...

Do I have any legal grounds to fight my bank overdraft?

If I'm reading your description right, you basically stole (or fradulently withdrew) $5000 from your bank. Did they make a mistake? Sounds like...

Can I charge storage fees? What should I do with the bike?

Mail him a letter saying you consider the bicycle to be abandoned, that you will not charge him for 3 years' worth of storage fees if he arranges...

What paperwork do I need to file to terminate the grandparents of my daughter having guardianship.

First off, you really should have an attorney help you with this, it will make the process much easier. Google the Oregon State Bar's attorney...

What type of a lawyer do I need to hire to help my husband in prison?

If he's already in prison, you'll want an attorney that does 'post-conviction relief' lawsuits.

I am asking my landlady to be released from my lease with no penalty because I feel it is an unsafe living situation.

You landlord is required to maintain the premises in habitable condition, including, ORS 90.320(1)(f), "Buildings, grounds and appurtenances at the...

Will the petitioner be present while I contest a restraining order?

Yes, petitioner must be present. If petitioner no-shows, the RO is dismissed. Petitioner must prove their allegations by a preponderance of the...

I think MDL refers to Multi District Litigation - meaning multiple cases with common questions of fact pending in at least 2 different federal...