I had a business idea and asked a friend if she wanted to be my partner. She agreed and we've been brainstorming ideas but no money has been invested. Can I still back out and do the business on my own?

September 21st, 2024

In the State of Connecticut, is it legal to record someone while in their presence (not on the phone) without their knowledge? Specifically, if a family is having an argument at a private residence, can it be recorded without them knowing, and could such a recording be used in divorce court? Are there any criminal or civil penalties for the person recording?

October 8th, 2023

If I own a business and a business license 50% with my spouse, can our partner throw me out of my business because of a disagreement, even if I am not part of the LLC but share interest with my husband in our business license?

February 1st, 2024

My father, who is a cosigner on my auto loan, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Texas. Chrysler Capital has removed the account from my credit bureaus, stating that all my credit history on the account has been wiped clean and will never be put back on because it would be 'reporting inaccurate information'. They also said that if I surrendered my truck, they would not be able to put a repossession on my credit. Can I voluntarily have my vehicle repossessed with no negative consequences to my credit?

April 11th, 2023

How long is a bench warrant in the municipal court of New Jersey valid for, and what are the implications if I am out of state and never plan to return? Additionally, how can I contest a summons for an alleged crime in New Jersey when I was not present in the state at the time of the alleged offense?

July 7th, 2023