I bought a house with numerous issues including bad plumbing, electrical problems, water leaks, a leaking roof, gas leaks, a rusted-out furnace coil, a replaced AC unit, rotted wood flooring, and damaged shower drain. I am in New Mexico and have already taken steps to repair some of these issues. What legal options do I have to address these problems?

February 10th, 2023

How can I extend the statute of limitations when filing a small claims lawsuit ($4,200) against the other party involved in an auto accident, given that the other party's address may be incorrect and the statute of limitations expires in 4 days?

September 5th, 2023

A former property management company wants to deduct a placement fee from our deposit for re-renting the home after we ended the contract early. The contract did not state anything about being liable for the fee, only the rent until the home was filled. My husband initialed to the fee, but I did not agree to it. Can they still take it out of the deposit, or do all parties, including myself, have to agree?

April 15th, 2024

She was caught speeding at 80 mph in a 55 mph zone in Illinois. She has a clean driving record for at least a decade and was on a country road with no traffic. She is going to court today for a plea. What should she expect and how should she approach negotiating a plea deal?

April 11th, 2024

I want to find a lawyer who can help in bringing to the attention of the government authority a criminal scheme in a healthcare facility in Indiana, where people are put in harm's way to enhance billing from private insurance and Medicare/Medicaid insurance. I have been working with a small law firm and have evidence, but need expert advice on how to approach the proper authority for prosecution.

June 29th, 2024