How does family get a member committed for mental issues when they don't want the help?

I'm sorry for your situation and understand just how powerless people feel when faced with this situation. It can be mind bending when you know...

Is it legal for pros atty to request/receive detailed info from other courts in different counties regarding similar charges for

Absolutely legal. Most attorneys in the criminal defense field have immediate online access to the court information for criminal charges through...

Can I file charges on a my ex boyfriends new wife for contacting my place of employment.

I think your legal options are severely limited. I don't think a judge would view this person informing your employers of something that is true as...

Is it possible to take a city (e.g. Seattle) Municipal Court to small claims court?

I don't think this route is going to be successful. And while I totally understand going to war over something for the principle of the matter, do...

Unlawful or lawful stop?

I agree. This may be a questionable stop. However, as Mr. Lawrence was indicating, this may not be the only reason for the stop. An officer may run...

Restraint order renewal help needed

I agree with my colleague. When you are living the situation and there is so much history and intense emotion, it can be hard to separate yourself...

In Washington State, does an employer have to rehire me if I was fired for criminal charges for which I was later acquitted?

Probably not. Washington State allows employers to terminate employees for any reason at any time so long as it is not illegally discriminatory or...

It sounds like your friend's ex boyfriend has serious problems that maybe mental, chemical dependency, domestic violence or a combination....

Can my employer fire me for refusing a drug test

As my colleague stated, your employer may fire you for any reason so long as it is not illegally discriminatory or violating an employment contract.

Was arrested for a felony DUI, drugs were found, why are they not charging me with the drug possession with intent yet?

You need to have a conversation with your public defender. Call more. Email. Work to set up a time when she isn't busy and can speak to you....