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Q: Can I sue my family member for child abuse decades ago in California?
I was abused as a child by a primary family member, and now, as an adult in California, I am in therapy dealing with the trauma. The abuse occurred decades ago, but there has never been any legal action taken against the abuser. I have witnesses to both the physical and emotional abuse, as well as... View More 
Theodore Allan Greene
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
The previous answer is correct. You may have a case but are there assets to collect on? You could pay an attorney hourly to pursue your case.. assuming all other facts qualify.. but if you want a "contingency attorney" then there will have to be assets that can be used to pay a judgement.... View More
Q: Can I sue my family member for child abuse decades ago in California?
I was abused as a child by a primary family member, and now, as an adult in California, I am in therapy dealing with the trauma. The abuse occurred decades ago, but there has never been any legal action taken against the abuser. I have witnesses to both the physical and emotional abuse, as well as... View More
William John Light
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
It is likely that you are not barred by the Statute of Limitations. However, attorneys who take these cases look for defendants who can afford to pay significant amounts of money. These are usually businesses, churches, or governmental entities. It is extremely difficult to take a case against a... View More
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Q: How can I communicate with my husband about drug help without violating a restraining order in Indiana?
I recently filed for a restraining order and divorce in Indiana. My husband has expressed a desire to get help for drug abuse, and I wish to communicate with him about this without violating the restraining order, possibly to save our marriage. The restraining order is set for hearing on June 30,... View More
Richard Mann
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answered on Jun 12, 2026
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answered on Jun 12, 2026
You are using the term restraining order. If you actually obtained an order of protection against him, and you contact him you are not violating the order but he would be if he responds. If it is actually a restraining order, then it should only apply to harassing communications. It is best you... View More
Q: Can apartment change rules on dogs/scooters without notice in NY?
I recently moved into an apartment building in New York, Flushing Queens, because they allowed dogs and electric scooters according to their initial rules. After settling in for a few months, the building management suddenly changed the rule, banning electric scooters and dogs, with fines imposed... View More
Steven Warren Smollens
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
Dear Queens Tenant:
The legal effectiveness of "rules" depends upon the terms of the lease. You should show your lease to a lawyer. Landlords can legally amend your lease or enforce house rules banning e-scooters to reduce fire risks and meet insurance requirements.
The... View More
Q: Who is responsible for window repair in a Florida condo?
I live in a condo in Lee County, Florida, and during heavy rainstorms, water enters through my bedroom window due to an issue with the muntin bar. I'm on the second floor, but I have not yet reported this issue to the condo association, nor have I attempted any repairs since I discovered it... View More
Michael Mayoral
answered on Jun 12, 2026
answered on Jun 12, 2026
The answer is: it depends on your condominium's Declaration. In Florida condominiums, there is no blanket rule that says either the unit owner or the association is always responsible for window repairs. Instead, you need to review the governing documents, particularly the section defining... View More
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