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  1. I have a pending allegation of abuse, what should I do?

    - Fayetteville, NC

    workers comp

  2. Can a urine test really tell the difference in taking NyQuils alcohol and the alcohol in a drink?

    - Lakeville, MN

    Yes and No, it depends really. The NyQuil excuse for a dirty UA is so overused you'll find it hard to convince social...

  3. If a church offered benevolence counseling, and decided later you didn't really need it, can they charge you for stealing?

    - Kissimmee, FL

    It's not really clear what you are asking. A church offering counseling but later deciding you don't really need it is...

  4. Can a married couple be officers on the board for HOA

    - Lake Wales, FL

    You need to se what the HOA Bylaws say in regard to election vs. appointment of directors and officers. Even if allowed...

  5. What needs to be paid back in Chapter 13?

    - Cape Coral, FL

    The issues you raise are complex enough that you really need to discuss them with someone in person, I recommend you...

  6. When does the statue of limitations start on a dental bill?

    - Seattle, WA

    Don't speak to them

  7. At what age is a child can decide where they want to lived with

    - Marysville, CA

    Family code section 3042 specifically states children 14 years or older may address the court regarding custody and...

  8. Am I responsible for the 2nd mortgage on my home when it is in my late husband's name only.

    - Titusville, FL

    You are not personally responsible for payment on the 2nd mortgage if you did not sign the promissory note. But, you...

  9. Is my son fairly suspended and punished

    - Phoenix, AZ

    I agree that your first step should be a sit down with the principle; especially since your facts state your son did...

  10. What is a probable outcome if I don't successfully complete pti?

    - Myrtle Beach, SC

    I would agree that a conditional discharge is a good disposition, and probably better than the Solicitor's Office run...

  11. If I appealed a lift of stay order, is a Motion to stay a required motion to keep it from being denied as moot

    - Fresno, TX

    More info needed to answer. Call a local lawyer in your state to discuss.

  12. I have several collection agencies after me for debt incurred several years ago. If I pay them, will my credit rating improve.

    - Fort Worth, TX

    It depends. As it was said, if the creditor agrees to (and actually does) change how the debt is being reported then...

  13. What do I do about my ex not paying bills on the divorce decree or child support?

    - Yulee, FL

    File a motion to have your ex held in contempt. The ex is violating a court order and so you can file a motion to have...

  14. Can a dismissed case be vacated?

    - San Francisco, CA

    There is nothing to vacate- your case was dismissed.

  15. How to surrender financed automobile so as to minimize legal and credit damage for consignor and I? What are my rights?

    - Hastings, MN

    Hello. You have already posted this matter, so I urge you to view the responses you received. Should you need attorney...

  16. If I am under investigation by the police and I think there is a grand jury indictment, should I have an investigator

    - Chicago, IL

    You commented a question of how to proceed, the answer is simple, hire a layer that knows how to handle these...

  17. How do you ask a judge to reconsider the original plea agreement = suspended sentence/and drug court .after sentencing?

    - North Las Vegas, NV

    Don't mess around on this one -- get a lawyer. That said, I'd need to see the plea agreement, but not cooperating with...

  18. Should he reopen his case?

    - Baltimore, MD

    Many cases are appealed and reopened on the basis of "ineffective counsel." But, only where there is a colorable...

  19. What's the penalty for filing tax as an S Corporation when you don't meet the requirements to be an independent consultant?

    - Denver, CO

    This could be something the IRS could take exception to as well as state department of labor departments overseeing...

  20. Received 2 citations in the same month. One was carpool, the other illegal u-turn in CA. How will this effect insurance/record?

    - Emeryville, CA

    Fight these tickets with a traffic ticket attorney. You might be eligible for traffic school.

  21. What happens when you can't afford bond but there was no sentencing as of yet?

    - Sycamore, IL

    He will stay there until he's sentenced.

  22. Urine Specimen Collectors

    - Tallahassee, FL

    Likely not. But who would WANT that job? If I were you I'd consult a Health Care attorney in the State of Florida....

  23. I got arrested in Flagler county Fl for 1 adderol never had a previous record what will happen?

    - Palm Coast, FL

    It really depends on the specific facts. You'll need an attorney to review this case. A major issue will be the...

  24. My daughter's mother was served with custody court papers and now she is acting crazy and threatening.

    - South Bend, IN

    Do you intend to keep the child until she reaches majority age? I suggest you call the atty. who represented you or...

  25. Information charges

    - Raleigh, NC

    Typically a bill of information is a more expedient way for a prosecutor the charge a defendant with a felony, rather...

  26. Can you go to jail for posting a craigslist ad of someone else?

    - Fair Oaks, CA

    Based on your post, it is highly unlikely that you have broken any criminal laws. If there is more to the story,...

  27. What should answer in part 3, question 11 of I-485 form?, If is "yes" What would be the procedure to explain that?

    - Seattle, WA

    I agree with Ms. Blackwell, but would add that annotations on J-1 visa stamps and DS-2019s are frequently incorrect and...

  28. How do I finally get some results with my child support case?

    - Paradise, CA

    The best thing is to get an attorney to straighten it all out.

  29. Is a mental evaluation mandatory before a defendent can proceed to trail on a murder charge

    - Columbia, SC

    A mental competency evaluation is not mandatory, but is usually raised by motion from the prosecutor or defense. The...

  30. I have 50k in IRS debt. IRS has placed a lien on all my property. If I file Ch 13 - will I have to pay interest on taxes?

    - Glendale, CA

    You would only need to pay interest to the extent that it is secured. However, you would avoid penalties (which are...

  31. Can someone put you on their bankruptcy if he or she doesn't know your whereabout?

    - Chicago, IL

    You ask if your ex-spouse can list you as a creditor in his bankruptcy petition despite not knowing your location, and...

  32. Are there any loopholes in a non-compete agreement that would prevent me from working for a competitor of my previous employer?

    - Griffin, GA

    Loopholes in a contract? Can't answer that without reading the contract. Were you tricked and forced into signing a...

  33. My marriage to my foreign born spouse is only 2 months old. Although, i had filed a k-1 petition for him the visa was denied

    - Miami, FL

    You have cpme to a situation when you should not file anything unless you first have a sit in consultation with a...

  34. A business contract between New York and California was signed electronically. In case of a lawsuit where would the court be?

    - Long Island City, NY

    Most contracts have a provision called Governing Law/Jurisdiction which speaks to where and which court the parties...

  35. Can there be a confidentiality agreement in an internet chat?

    - Los Angeles, CA

    Now that you are beginning your endeavor, you need to tie up those envolved with busiiness contracts - both...

  36. Overstaying a visa over 21 years ago...

    - New York, NY

    An overstay can always become an issue.

  37. If BEARER IS SUBJECT TO SECTION 212(E) apply on my J1 visa.

    - Jonesboro, AR

    I recommend that you not seek an advisory opinion from the State Department. They error on the side of finding people...

  38. Wondering if anyone knows how backed up Family Court is in San Mateo County? My judgement packet was forwarded to doc. examiner

    - Moss Beach, CA

    You can usually get this information by calling the county clerk's office directly and asking.

  39. Can I re apply for E2 visa with the same business after removing the reasons of denial?

    - Windermere, FL

    A denial is always without prejudice to filing a new application. However, depending on he reasons the original...

  40. Can a divorce be cancelled at a settlement officer's conference.

    - San Diego, CA

    Yes it can but if you are going to reconcile, you can do it anytime you want. It is best to do it before the...

  41. Does my husband need a lawyer to request reimbursement of his monies paid for my mother's support before her Guardianship?

    - San Antonio, TX

    It depends on whether your husband is also seeking appointment as guardian or not. If he is seeking appointment as...

  42. Is my six year old old enough to spend the entire summer with her dad 2000 miles away, who is not her primary caregiver?

    - Princeton, MN

    Hello. You likely will receive multiple responses and please do consider my response to be exhaustive in nature....

  43. A website was fraudulently put up about a family member and is being used to make money, How do I get this website taken down?

    - Hollywood, FL

    I often say as cocktail chatter that there is no gravity on the Internet, what goes up does not come down. That...

  44. If my childs father is paying child support and I want to move to a different state can he try and stop me or sue me?

    - Dayton, OH

    If you were never married and no court has issued any parenting time orders, you are free to move. If you are divorced,...

  45. Someone hit my car while backing in the parking lot. My car was half way backing out of the parking space but completely stop.

    - Palo Alto, CA

    Report it to your insurance company to sort out

  46. How can I know my J1 program sponsored by U.S goverments agency?

    - Jonesboro, AR

    You need to know that annotations on DS-2019s and J-1 visa stamps are frequently incorrect and are not legally binding....

  47. Can ncp stop arrears hes pd on for 2 years, with over 7K remaining to be pd?

    - Pocahontas, IL

    Is there a current child support order and, if so, how much is it? If his financial circumstances have actually...

  48. In the commonwealth of Pa. what age does a child have to be to choose who they want to live with ?

    - Gettysburg, PA

    It is a common myth that there is a magic age in the law when children can pick who they want to live with. Depending...

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