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Can I press charges against a sibling, who has been slandering me to our parents since we were young?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Jared Christian Winter (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
Trash talking is not illegal. Hurting feelings is not illegal. Lying is not illegal. What you have described is a family matter, not a legal one. I feel badly that your family is so dysfunctional, but the law does not provide an answer for every problem in life. You're going to have to figure this one out in your own way.... Read More
Trash talking is not illegal. Hurting feelings is not illegal. Lying is not illegal. What you have described is a family matter, not a legal one. I... Read More

How long is a building contractor liable for their work?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Stephen Lewis Freeborn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
That does the contract and warranty provisions state?
That does the contract and warranty provisions state?

Do I have a leg to stand on after receiving our order in a damaged packaging?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
It depends upon the terms of your contract with the seller. Retain an attorney to protect your interests.
It depends upon the terms of your contract with the seller. Retain an attorney to protect your interests.

If my boyfriend has pictures of me online can I make him delete them?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers
Not even marriages last forever. You can make a written demand, however when stuff is put on the internet, there can be no expectation of privacy, and so you are probably out of luck.
Not even marriages last forever. You can make a written demand, however when stuff is put on the internet, there can be no expectation of privacy,... Read More

Can I get sued if I recomended a mechanic to a friend and the mechanic did a bad job?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers
No you are not liable if you made no money off the referral. Get a lawyer to ask for the case to be dismissed.
No you are not liable if you made no money off the referral. Get a lawyer to ask for the case to be dismissed.

Is it legal to wear fake latex breasts, and have them exposed in public?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Stephen Lewis Freeborn (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I suppose so. I guess you will find out.
I suppose so. I guess you will find out.

Can the female that was defending herself be charged?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers
This depends on the amount of force involved to defend herself. You can't defend against a slap with a shot gun. The amount of force has to be reasonable under the circumstances.
This depends on the amount of force involved to defend herself. You can't defend against a slap with a shot gun. The amount of force has to be... Read More

Is there a way to settle my case without going to the place where the court date will be held?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am sorry that he will have to appear in court. He can contact the court clerk for a hearing date, that way, at least initially, he will not have to be in jail.
I am sorry that he will have to appear in court. He can contact the court clerk for a hearing date, that way, at least initially, he will not have... Read More

Is this a proper procedure and was I discriminated?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers
Yes you were discriminated against but I would need to know the question and why it was asked in order to properly address this issue.
Yes you were discriminated against but I would need to know the question and why it was asked in order to properly address this issue.

If my dog bit our neighbor, now they want to sue what can we do?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers
You should contact your insurance company and let them know that there is a possible lawsuit against you.
You should contact your insurance company and let them know that there is a possible lawsuit against you.

If my boyfriend bought me gifts and now is saying that he wants all the money he spent back, can he sue me?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by John J. Carney (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers
Your cheap boyfriend is not entitled to anything back unless it was an engagement ring and you broke off the engagement. He was probably not your best choice for a husband anyway.
Your cheap boyfriend is not entitled to anything back unless it was an engagement ring and you broke off the engagement. He was probably not your... Read More

What am I facing after being charged with something that I am not really involved?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers
You should get a lawyer and fight this. The State has to prove that you possessed the dope. You DO NOT HAVE TO PROVE INNOCENCE.
You should get a lawyer and fight this. The State has to prove that you possessed the dope. You DO NOT HAVE TO PROVE INNOCENCE.

What legal action can I take?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers
Whose name is on the lease? If it is just you then evict him. You may on the other hand want to move.
Whose name is on the lease? If it is just you then evict him. You may on the other hand want to move.

Will I get in trouble for not reporting a dog bite?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
Get a local lawyer to help you deal with the charge and also the dog warden. This is your best course of action since you put yourself in a jamb by lying.
Get a local lawyer to help you deal with the charge and also the dog warden. This is your best course of action since you put yourself in a jamb by... Read More

If you had a few nervous breakdowns a few years ago how do you go about proving that you are sane?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers
You get evaluated by a shrink.
You get evaluated by a shrink.

What can I do if I juts purchase vehicle less then 50 days ago and now transmission needs repair?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers
Did it have a warranty? Did you buy it as is? Did they claim the transmission was great? All these questions need to be answered in order to address this issue.
Did it have a warranty? Did you buy it as is? Did they claim the transmission was great? All these questions need to be answered in order to address... Read More