Questions Answered by Charles Snyderman
1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Virginia on Jan 24, 2013
Let me make sure I understand your question. It's confusing the way you asked it. Please understand that while you know all the facts, any attorney who reads your question only knows what you wrote. It appears that you are saying that you are the ...
1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Delaware 18 days ago
Delaware's Landlord Tenant Code allows a tenant to terminate a lease before the end of the term, but it depends on the circumstances. Can you explain why the rental unit needs to be shut down?
1 Answer | Asked in Collections Law for Delaware 11 days ago
Please provide additional information. Who is charging you a late fee, and what documents did you sign?
2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights Law for Delaware on Aug 1, 2012
I suggest you contact an attorney with a civil practice who represents individuals who are injured.
2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice Law for Delaware on Nov 19, 2012
I am sorry to hear about your injuries. You have 2 years from the date of the surgery within which to sue. In order to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Delaware, you will need an attorney. Before the attorney can file suit on your behalf,the attorney ...
2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Texas on Nov 19, 2012
It is not unusual for a client to have an unrealistic view as to the value of a case. Ask your lawyers to explain why they are advising you to settle. You can get a second opinion from another lawyer if you wish. Of course, if you refuse to take your ...
2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate for California on Jan 9, 2013
The term "vacated" means that the Court on appeal reviewed the lower court's decision, found error, and overturned it. The term "remanded" means that the appellate court sent the case back to the lower court to decide the case ...
1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Delaware on Apr 18, 2011
There are many reasons why a judge grants a request for a continuance. If you need to request one, explain the reason in a letter to the Court. Valid reasons for a continuance could include illness and a scheduling conflict.
1 Answer | Asked in Other for Delaware on Apr 20, 2011
If the Court issued an opinion, use Google Scholar to find a copy. If the case is pending, try visiting the Clerk's office. If that is too inconvenient, you can look up a case using the Pacer system. You can read about the Pacer system on the ...
1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property Law for Delaware on Jul 5, 2011
Did you read the decision? If so, what part don't you understand? The opinion is much too long for such a broad question.
1 Answer | Asked in Collections Law for Delaware on Jul 11, 2011
Fifteen years is beyond the statute of limitations. Keep in mind that the statute of limitations does not prevent a creditor from suing you. Instead, the statute is a defense that you have to raise. If you get sued, contact an attorney immediately.
1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Delaware on Sep 2, 2011
The answer to your question depends on what the lease says. Look at the lease or contact an attorney to review the lease and advise you.
1 Answer | Asked in Divorce Law for Delaware on Feb 11, 2013
A divorce dissolves the marriage. Ancillary matters that sometimes have to be resolved include dividing up property, awarding alimony, and deciding whether one party must pay the other party's costs and attorney's fees. A divorce without ...
1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Wisconsin on Jan 23, 2013
Was there a written contract? Why does the client feel he or she is entitled to a refund of a nonrefundable deposit? We need more facts.
1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy Law for Delaware on Nov 8, 2010
1 Answer | Asked in Other for Delaware on Mar 11, 2012
I don't practice criminal law, and so I don't know the answer. However, I suggest that you contact the Delaware Department of Justice and ask them your question. They will help you. Their website is www.attorneygeneral.Delaware.gov/
1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Delaware on Feb 4, 2013
Your question raises some interesting questions. Bringing a lawsuit to recover money would not solve your problem, so the best remedy for you would be an injunction. The issue would be whether the Court would consider smoking a nuisance. As far as I know, ...
1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for Delaware on Feb 7, 2013
This is an interesting area of the law, but you have not provided enough information. Please explain with greater detail what your concerns are.
1 Answer | Asked in Injury Law for Delaware on Jan 6, 2011
It depends on whether the federal court has jurisdiction, for example, diversity of citizenship or a federal question.