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Quick question is it possible for a structured settlement to come with a hush order?

It is possible that confidentiality prevents him from revealing the underlying settlement. If he is relying upon an annuity payment to support his ability to pay rental, then heshould be able to get you a copy of the annuity contract or a letter stating its terms. As for the attorney letter, why not just call the attorney and verify its accuracy? Do a background check and see if the financial information jives.

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Should I hire an attorney to help me with my father's estate

Contact an attorney in Washington State as their law applies. The issue is what rights does your father have to the home and assets now that this spouse is dead and what rights do you have in taking charge of your father's care. Is he competent? Does he have a living will, power of attorney and health care surrogate form? Does he have a will? You will need to ask and obtain copies of these documents.

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If you find a job does that drastically hurt your social security disability case?

Finding a job and working will pretty much eliminate any entitlement to SSD. There are schedules which may apply to your situation as well. Remember the theory behind SSD is that you cannot perform any work and getting a job would indicate that that is not the case. Seek legal advice with your your facts and medical records available.

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Florida probate

An out of State CPA can do the final accounting. It must be done in conformity with Florida Law. Whether or not the CPA is going to do it is a matter of contract. Hiring the CPA to file the 1041 and 1040, etc. does not automatically obligate the CPA to do the final accounting as well. Final accountings can be waived by the beneficiaries as well and may not be required.

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Should we establish an LLC or S-Corp for our 2 rental properties?

You really need to discuss this issue with a competent transaction attorney and, perhaps, even a tax professional. Your individual tax circumstances may greatly impact which you entity you use. You should seek legal and accounting advice as you state you have already purchased the properties which would tend to mean you are now seeking to transfer them to an entity yet to be created. This action may have tax implications in and of it self.

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How to find a lawyer to sue another lawyer

You dont adequately describe your claim. You say incompetent but dont say what it was that the attorney was supposed to do that he did not do. Did you lose your rights because of it? If the negligent handling of a matter caused you loss, it would be malpractice. If you still have your rights, but he did not do was was contracted for, then you can sue for breach of contract. Speak to an attorney to clarify what your claims will be.

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Do I have a sexual misconduct claim?

You may have a claim. Contact a competent attorney to discuss all the details and make sure you are approaching the matter for your ultimate benefit. The issue on your claims of most significance will be what is your permanent injury as a result of the physician's taking advantage of you in this vulnerable state? As for the administrative claim, it exists and can be pursued. You have to decide whether this is a benefit to you.

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Who is responsibe when the court changes both the judge and the date on the docket without noticing the defendant of the changes

No one is at fault. The Court changes dockets often. If your client missed the appointment then he can use their failure to notify him as the reason. He needs to hire an attorney for his felony traffic matter.

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We are the court appointed guardians of a13 yr old and a 5 yr old child.what are our duties? when we ask, we get fuzzy answers.

Are you the guardians of the person and property? You need to discuss the issues and responsibilities with an attorney. This is not a role to take lightly. You are also responsible for filing a yearly guardianship plan with the Court.

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How much would be fair to ask for pain and suffering in work related injury

The short answer to your first question is zero. You dont get paid for pain and suffering in a w/c case. You can resolve a case in a lump sum fashion and the amount is paid either because you are permanently totally disabled and the carrier wants to resolve that potential stream of payment and/or your medical care in the future is being resolved. Those are the only benefits you get in a w/c case. It is im possible to assess your case in the brief description you gave and come up with a value....

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