The Common Law

One of the trees in my front yard hangs over my neighbor’s driveway. Would I be responsible if one of the branches fell off the tree and caused damage to her car?

My husband and I throw a blowout party during the holidays that normally involves the heavy drinking of his friends. What kind of responsibility do we have if one of them gets in a car accident while trying to drive home after the party?

Neighbor Law — Dog Issues

Employment Law — Teenage Workers

I got laid off from my job more than three weeks ago. How can I get my old boss to pay me without a big hassle?

Breaking the Lease — How Much Will I Owe If I Leave Early?

I’m renting an apartment and have eight more months left on the lease. I’m planning to travel over the next four months and want to rent the apartment to a friend while I’m gone. Do I have the right to rent the apartment to someone else?

Can I Have My Security Deposit Returned If I Never Moved In?

Potential Issues When Signing a New Lease