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answered on Aug 8, 2017
You did not specify the court, so I'll assume that you mean the Illinois Supreme Court. Here is a good article: https://www.law360.com/articles/753921/the-illinois-supreme-court-in-2015-a-statistical-analysis
It states:
"Average time under submission for non-unanimous... View More 
SA City ordinance states "owner shall keep animal restrained at all times & insure it does not roam/run at large at will."
RESTRAINT-"...secured by tether, leash, lead OR confined within real property of owner. CONFINED--"...effectively prevented from being free to... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
The common way is to set up a limited liability or a corporation and to maintain the legal requirement of that entity so that the corporate structure cannot be "pierced." Here is the IRS's guide on LLCs, which I see most often with startups:... View More
I have that order and a misdemeanor assault by pointing a gun warrant that I was served and released on a $5000 unsecured bond. I have court tomorrow for the civil summons order. Will I be locked up in jail again?
answered on Mar 30, 2017
I don't think you've provided enough information for a lawyer to give an answer with confidence. But, a summons in a civil case does not impose criminal penalties. However, once the civil court enters an order in the civil case (e.g., a restraining order on not contacting a person), it... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
Justia provides an overview here: https://www.justia.com/admiralty/cruise-ships/
Seems like we need more facts to make a determination.
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answered on Mar 30, 2017
The answer is yes, but a court would need to order this to happen. A factor that can weigh greatly in the grandparents' favor is if they have been acting as their grandchild's parents prior to seeking custody.
I would highly recommend you see a family law lawyer to discuss how to... View More
We will do that thank you
answered on Mar 30, 2017
The fact that his visa expired does not affect his ability to enter into a legally binding contract or to assert certain rights (for example, under the Fair Labor Standards Act). The lease is a contract that he can enter into.
However, he should contact an immigration lawyer immediately to... View More
Would a social media only relationship with someone on the other side of the world; someone I have never met in person be considered adultery?
answered on Mar 30, 2017
I think you are probably more interested in the tort, "alienation of affection." My understanding is that only Mississippi and North Carolina still recognize this tort, although North Carolina has up to 200 cases a year based on it.
For the history of the tort, see... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
Here is a solid article providing an overview of reconsideration and rehearing in Florida:
https://www.floridabar.org/divcom/jn/jnjournal01.nsf/Author/0020FF826AD66C5F852575C50049D2B4
In short, the court can rehear the case if an attorney or pro se party points out errors and the... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
Yes: "The judicial system of Pennsylvania embraces the idea that access to the Courts is a fundamental right of all Pennsylvanians."
Note, however: "Self-represented litigants are held to the same standards as attorneys admitted to the bar of the Commonwealth of... View More
This agreement defines, states and clarifies about its compensation, benefits, ideas and invention rights, confidential info, reimbursement of expenses, compliance, return of info and property, exclusive employment, non-solicitation, employment relationship/ waiver of other benefits, no authority... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2017
I think you need to reword your question. It is confusing (at least to me).
he will not leave. In april will this tenancy go to month/month. His dog extensively damaged the wood floor $1800.00 estimate to replace/repair. Can I increase the rent & chg the terms on 3/31 when lease expires...Can I force entry to repair the floors.
answered on Mar 8, 2017
Given the facts as you described them, I would highly recommend getting a court order first. A lawyer could also file an emergency motion to enter to repair the floors. But in this situation, you should get a lawyer and go to court.
I own a home in Albrightsville PA, I have a closing this Friday 3/10/17. I am married and the home is under my name, now I am selling the home. The buyers title company wants my wife to sign a release form that must be notarized saying she has no interest in the home. The title company is telling... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2017
Ask them for the statute that requires this. They may be doing it to be super cautious. If your wife does not have an interest, I don't see a problem with her saying she does not.
The person never actually did anything to the victim but authorities were called and the victim lied and said they hit them and vandalized their car. The victim then got a protection order afterwards. There is no other history of the person being involved with authorities except for mental health... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2017
The victim does not need to be in court at the arraignment. If the judge releases the person on recognizance, or “ROR”, the defendant has to a promise that they will attend all future court hearings after they have been released (or face a bench warrant and serious consequences). In my... View More
No legal order has been made, but he wants weekend stays. He was convicted of sexual contact with a 14 year old when he was 23. Note He hasn't been around and my daughter doesn't even know him. But due to sudden circumstances he has had a come to Jesus moment and wants to have... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2017
That is up to the family court judge who needs to consider all the facts and possible ways that visitation may be allowed. If you are opposing such visitation, I'd recommend a lawyer. If you want visitation, then I highly recommend a lawyer.
The codes he was charged with are a 16-11-106 A 16-11-123 A 16-11-131 And A 16-10-24
answered on Mar 7, 2017
In my experience, only a local public defender or criminal lawyer in that court who knows the prosecutor and the judge will be able to give a prediction such as this.
answered on Mar 7, 2017
You can go to the police or file a civil restraining order. I recommend the latter for sure.
Can a police officer pull you out of your vehicle by force, put you in hand cuffs and arrest you even after you have asked for a lawyer to be present
answered on Mar 7, 2017
The answer is likely yes. You have the right to a lawyer and you have the right not to speak. In fact, if the government uses any statements after you asked for a lawyer against you, or derived evidence from it, you should ask your lawyer for a motion to suppress the evidence. But, if there was... View More
We been together since 2012 I got a desmetic violece case in 2015 an did my time in 2016 of July when I went to jail she was 2 months pregnant then she told me she had a miscarriage I didn't see her until November of 2016 she said she was a seragrent mother she gave birth in January she was... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2017
Your first step should be to consult with a family lawyer that specializes in family law near you, particularly because of the past criminal charge.
answered on Mar 6, 2017
When a case is dismissed without prejudice, it leaves the plaintiff free to bring another suit based on the same grounds, for example if the defendant doesn't follow through on the terms of a settlement. http://www.nolo.com/dictionary/dismissal-without-prejudice-term.html
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