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I was recently caught drinking on school grounds. Can the school suspend me, put me on probation and make me pay a fine?

I am under the legal age to drink and it is a public university.

Where do I file for divorce?

My husband is in the army. We have been separated for 10 months. He has yet to return my possessions and those of our child….

In New York, what are the practical advantages, if any, to using a Living Trust versus a Will?

When does the statute of limitations run on claims against an estate in New York ? Any tolling? Acceleration?

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I was injured on the ski slopes, ending up with numerous fractures. Though the ski area was marked “Ski at your Own Risk”, shouldn’t the…

I was injured on the ski slopes, ending up with numerous fractures. Though the area was marked “Ski at your Own Risk”, shouldn’t the resort be held responsible for the ton of doctor bills I have?

When I die, will my wife be held responsible for my debts?

I am trying to sue my doctor for malpractice, without the aid of an attorney. The doctor is not releasing any of my medical records after repeated requests to do so. What is my course of action?

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A chiropractor’s office owes me money on a cash payment made at his office. He has not forked the money over despite repeated requests. What…

A chiropractor’s office owes me money on a cash payment made at his office. He has not forked the money over despite repeated requests. What would you suggest I do?