My brother is facing a legal issue involving an ATV accident with a police officer in Ohio. He has no criminal record and the officer was not injured. The prosecutor and his attorney agreed on probation, but the officer is requesting jail time. My brother has already spent 3 days in jail and is extremely distressed. What are the chances of him avoiding jail time, and what should I do to help him, especially considering the financial constraints?

June 29th, 2023

Is it illegal for patrons to pour their alcoholic drinks into their own reusable cups in my bar in Florida, and if they take the un-empty cup off the premises, is it a liability to the establishment or only an open container issue to the holder?

January 1st, 2024

I currently live in a development where a new owner plans to convert to condos and only allow monthly leases with a significant rent increase. If I sign a month-to-month lease, will I only get a 30-day notice once they no longer want renters? The property is in New Hampshire, and my current yearly lease ends on March 31st.

December 4th, 2023

My cat sitters are refusing to return my cat, who I have microchipped and all vet bills for. They claim I abandoned him, but I had a verbal agreement for temporary boarding. I'm in Arizona. What legal steps can I take to get my cat back, and can I take him home if I see him on the street?

December 4th, 2024

I would like to know if my product, an oversized hoodie blanket, falls under a patent. I have not talked to a lawyer and want to ensure the product is not patented before continuing to sell it. I have received an email from a company stating that I am selling a patented product and will eventually get sued. Should I be concerned about this threat, and what should I do next?

May 30th, 2024