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H1B cool off period, even when H1B visa is valid.
- Lincoln, RI
If you are out of the US for more than a year you will have another six years available to you and you will also be...
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Incorrect information of Data Collection form for H1B
- Vienna, VA
Any discrepancies could result in a request for evidence and possible denial. Did the employer have an attorney who...
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Unarmed robbery
- Lansing, MI
Whether it is "armed" or not depends on whether the defendant was armed with a dangerous weapon, or threatened that he...
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Are Social Security lump sum settlements also exempt from collections from unsecured creditors?
- Benicia, CA
Everyone is in agreement that the funds can be protected. However either have the funds go into a new account of if no...
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In premilinary hearing the child & spouse support (for house rent payment) been agreed but at that point my ex-husband lawyer
- Sebastopol, CA
You should contact an experienced family law attorney in your area to help you understand how claiming the tax...
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Filing jointly and how that effects child support
- Tustin, CA
I'm assuming you have an open child support case since you stated that your ex-husband's tax return was intercepted (...
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Can a DUI be dismissed on technicalities?
- Houston, TX
Hire an attorney immediately. Your daughter only has 15 days from the date she was arrested to request an...
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Son expelled from high school
- Torrance, CA
Generally speaking, you will have to pay until he graduates from high school or reaches age 19. Your son's situation...
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Can we annull our 3month marriage?
- Cypress, CA
Sounds like you need to get to an attorney immediately. You may or may not have sufficient grounds for an annulment....
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If a Income and Expense declaration to reduce or nullify any court fees is falsified , how do I file to prove this to the judge?
- Anderson, CA
You have no standing to assert any claims of perjury in their family law case as you are not a party to the action....
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Balance transfer checks & Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? How do I "fix" this without ruining my chance to file for bankruptcy?
- Modesto, CA
Do NOT even consider using those extra checks. That will only make a bad situation worse. The FIRST thing you...
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My mom got calworks when i was 16 for me and my son i was living with my husband and he was suporrting us now child support
- Van Nuys, CA
Child Support Services will make the father of your child reimburse the taxpayers of California back for the cash aid...
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In requesting Child support, do I have to go to court?
- Los Angeles, CA
It is always a good idea to have an attorney represent you in court. If he has an attorney, you may be able to ask...
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I live in Arkansas and my child lives in California, I want to get a lawyer for some sort of visitation, if possible?
- Sacramento, CA
Generally speaking, you can request visitation with your child even though you live out of state. You will need to...
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Is infraction show detail in criminal record or just put code that charge?
- San Jose, CA
For infractions one needs to wait for one year from date of conviction and pay a $60.00 filing fee (in Santa Clara County).
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What can I do about paperwork filed against me with knowingly untrue information?
- Temecula, CA
What you need to do is dispute the allegations set forth in her declaration in your responsive pleading and file your...
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IF A CHILD IS ADOPTED IN CA DO I HAVE TO PAY CHILD SUPPORT?
- Chico, CA
Adoption creates a legal parent-child relationship between grandparents and grandchildren so your husband would not be...
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I received a request for dismissal from ca child support services what to do.
- Pittsburg, CA
The answer to both questions is no.
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Why shouldn't I demand my unpaid wages by myself?
- San Jose, CA
You are probably making a mistake if the amount is significant (more than $10,000 in uncompensated overtime for example)...
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Can I sue CA. Child Support for not dispersing child support to me.
- Fresno, CA
Yes, you always have the right to sue--but I wouldn't recommend it unless you have hundreds of thousands of dollars...
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Sentencing continuations
- San Jose, CA
Continuances are a common occurrence in the criminal justice system. You can't infer anything from the fact that a...
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Mandatory retirment has lowered my child support and spousal support . I live in Ca , and higlhly need that money at this time.
- San Marcos, CA
If the payor of your child support and spousal support suffered a reduction in his/her income, and thereafter requested...
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Is there any way to put a Voluntary Lien on a property without going through court or lawyers? if yes how???
- West Covina, CA
You can record a Deed of Trust on the property. You record it at the County Recorder and there is a minimal filing fee.
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I have an Alylum status for about 5 years now, can I apply now for the Citisenship and skip the Green Card step?
- Brooklyn, NY
No you must apply for residency first and once you have been a resident for 5 years you can apply, contact a lawyer...
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What is the process of changing your name and how long can the name be?
- Chicopee, MA
here you go... http://www.mass.gov/courts/courtsandjudges/courts/probateandfamilycourt/documents/cjp27.pdf
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What is required to prove child neglect in court?
- Denver, CO
You should post this in the WY section, as you will want a response from an attorney who is licensed in WY and knows WY law.
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What does it mean when the prosecuter in a criminal case forfiets the case?
- Yuma, AZ
When forfeit is used in law related to a crime it normally means that the government is siezing something and the...
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Do I need to get an attorney?
- Everett, WA
There are a few things that you can do and the first thing is consult with an attorney immediately. It sounds like...
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Does the Canadian border have a right to search the computer for 5 hours just because they feel like it?
- Seattle, WA
This sounds strange any time you enter or exit the country you must submit yourseld to a search if they request to do...
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WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU SHOW UP LATE TO COURT?
- Trabuco Canyon, CA
Depending on the judge. He may order second call if you are lucky, which would give you some extra time. He may also...
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If I was never married to presumibly my sons mother can I be ordered to pay child support without a paternity test?
- Sonoma, CA
Child Support Services will make you pay the taxpayers of California back for the cash aid that your baby's mother has...
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No m indorcement but have valid lic, insurance, and plates... whats the penalty if caught?
- Denver, CO
If you are driving a motorcycle without a motorcycle endorsement, it will be treated as though you are driving without...
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Should I be aware of Trademark Infringement, Lanham Act or Common law if my trade name is almost similar with existing business?
- Seattle, WA
I agree with the previous answers, and would only add as a Washington state admitted-attorney that it could be wise to...
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How do i go about giving my sons father who lives in arizona physical custody without granting sole custody.
- Whittier, CA
The father of your child seems very misguided. It seems like he is more concerned with the legal status of obtaining "...
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No one cares to know my side of the of the story. Instead they just focus on labling me "guilty". Including the public defender
- Pico Rivera, CA
Does the video support your position? If so it could be very helpful. If not you should ask your lawyer why you should...
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DUI 2nd offense, 1St offense about 12yrs ago. This 2nd offense lead to ignition switch being placed on the truck.
- Houston, TX
Hire an attorney immediately. As mentioned, you only have 15 days from the date you were arrested to request an...
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How long can my fiance get if found if found guilty for aggravated assault robbery possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
- Athens, GA
The minimum he may receive is as low as straight probation while the maximum is well in excess of 20 years in prison....
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My baby is almost 4 months old can the bio father try 2 get custody if he's hasn't been in his life since I was 12 weeks preg.
- Winnetka, CA
The short answer is "yes" he can come back into your life and ask for a DNA test to prove his biological relationship...
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Can a credit card company that has a judgement against you sue you for personal property for and unpaid debt in North Carolina??
- Conover, NC
Your question, as phrased, makes no sense. If a judgment was entered in NC, the creditor is not suing you for personal...
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Can I evict my son when he turns 18 in 3 months. He has graduated high school. We are in California.
- Los Angeles, CA
Sounds like a terrible situation. Technically, you probably can't evict him unless you are his landlord and he is...
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Modification and Custody in Florida
- Coral Springs, FL
Your question involves an issues of special needs family matters. It is a highly technical side of family litigation...
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How do I find out if my father left money for me?
- Jefferson City, MO
by law a will must be filed promptly after the deceased dies. check the probate court. if there is not will then just...
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Can my spouse petition for my child i married her 3 years
- Miami, FL
The Florida family courts allow petitioning parents to file for dissolutions of marriage and in the process seek a...
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Citizenship denied as we filed our taxes head of household. To adjust tax status is too costly. Can I reapply under the 5yr rule
- Brooklyn, NY
I do not agree that you should apply without correcting your taxes. I have seen citizenship denials due to the...
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How do we go about getting a power of attorney if he is in jail?
- San Luis Obispo, CA
It will be difficult. Perhaps your brother-in-law's attorney can make arrangements to have the document notarized.
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Can FL mediator in out of wedlock child custody mediation prevent spouse of respondent from being present in private caucus?
- Miami, FL
Some mediators might be more flexible on this issue than others, but are unlikely to allow spouses and SOs to be...
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I live in Ecuador, my husband lives in florida. how can i know if he has filed for divorced we have a kid together.
- Miami, FL
Many of your questions should be directed to an immigration lawyer. To answer your question about how you can know if...
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Can I file a law suit against my exhusband for misusing rental payments that were suppose to go towards the monthly mortgage?
- Macon, GA
Divorce court decree enforcement, and if not, Try theory for constructive trust with a duty to preserve jointly owned...
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Signed a 60 month, 28% contract with a local company. They say I have paid $18.00 toward my principal. How can that be?
- Birmingham, AL
I would ask them to provide you with an amortization schedule. If you are paying $290 per month, though, 28% of $9500...
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Can my girlfriend be enter the US legally if I marry her (i am a us citizen)?
- Mcallen, TX
I highly recommend you seek assistance from an attorney. It is not clear whether what happened at the border was an...
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