I'm planning to take a service provider to small claims court in Plano, Texas. Do attorneys typically get involved in these cases, and is it prudent to have an attorney prepare and send a demand letter to make the service provider take the issue more seriously?

September 14th, 2024

How can a person who has lost all means of identity, including a birth certificate, citizenship certificate, and government-issued picture ID, obtain replacements to get a job?

January 10th, 2023

I need advice from a lawyer about landlord/tenant rights in San Benito County, CA. After a tenant stole items from my home, admitted to taking one item to the police, and exhibited threatening behavior including gang affiliation, gun possession, drug abuse, and prior violent behavior, I changed my locks and did not allow him back in. I am bi-polar and turning 70 in May, and I feel his actions constitute elder abuse. I was told by the tenant that I could face a $5000 fine or have to pay for his motel bills, and I am unsure if my actions were justified. Additionally, the tenant subjected me to second-hand smoke despite my requests to stop.

February 24th, 2024

A friend and her mother are applying to purchase a home. My friend asked me to lie about her working for me at a false business name if they call as a reference. I don't like lying and find it disrespectful to my legitimate business. Would it also be illegal for me to lie in this situation?

July 3rd, 2024

I accidentally used the incorrect paint (Promar 400 instead of Promar 200) for the interior of a rental property, and the rental agency is requesting $1,600 off the final bid due to the incorrect paint, although the difference in paint price was only $56. Additionally, I have some overspray on door hinges and did not paint 3 doors, and the house did not have grounded outlets, which caused damage to my sprayer and potential danger. What are my options and liabilities in this situation?

May 2nd, 2023