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  1. Can I prove there was a constructive trust?

    - Syracuse, NY

    Did Dad have a will? Did he leave anything to girlfriend in the will and to you? Did Dad have joint bank accounts with...

  2. How do I go about dismissing a misdemeanor in my situation?

    - Los Angeles, CA

    You can always to the court where you were convicted and go to the clerk's office and request a copy of the "docket...

  3. I have been sick for two years...at work...mold was found...I work for the state...can you help?

    - Salisbury, MD

    You need to speak to a workers compensation atty in your area. These are difficult cases in most states and you will...

  4. Can a POA of an elderly woman legally prevent her freinds from visiting her? In my case she has told the front desk to prevent

    - Ledgewood, NJ

    Mr Corrigan is spot-on: without a great deal more information, it's impossible to answer this question. That said, if...

  5. My daughter stole from Walmart and I webt to jail what do I do

    - Baytown, TX

    There must be a reason you were taken to jail. You need representation immediately. Speak to a lawyer.

  6. Can the mother mover out of state an still get child support?

    - Orlando, FL

    This depends if you have paternity established, if there are any court orders in place, etc. More information is needed...

  7. I thought superseding indictment means adding more charges or defendants,there supposely bringn my brother bak to court for

    - West Palm Beach, FL

    Other counsel are correct If your brother authorizes his attorney to speak to you he can explain exactly what happened...

  8. Suing my ex husband for property damage, what is the likelyhood of him getting out of it?

    - Luverne, MN

    Sounds like a really tough situation. Seems unlikely that his story will prevail but it also seems like you need to...

  9. I gave the original papers to my accountant to do my taxes and now I cannot find him anywhere. What do I have to do?

    - Miami, FL

    You can get copies of all of the tax records that were sent to you (W-2, 1099's, K-1, etc.) from the IRS since they...

  10. Will the judge grant her permisson to move from orlando to texas even with me paying support

    - Orlando, FL

    Yes you can object to her moving the child out of state -- Florida has a relocation statute, so unless the two of you...

  11. Can my doctors office hold my medical records from me?

    - Monroeville, PA

    Go to the office, fill out a HIPAA form, and collect your records.

  12. My son's mother lives with her boyfriend and his child, and leaves my son with her parents. What are my options for custody?

    - Chicago, IL

    You really need a lawyer here. You need to borrow money or get an advance on your pay or something. Legal aid will...

  13. I am under contract to buy a foreclosed home and found a title issue, incorrectly done foreclosure. How can we keep this house?

    - Athol, MA

    As it stands, you need to meet with your current lawyer and go over all of your questions/ concerns. If you are still...

  14. Dog taken my Ex-Boyfriend

    - Bristol, TN

    I agree with the above answers. Consider getting additional proof of ownership to make it clear to the judge that you...

  15. Can a person convicted of a M2 in the state of pennsylvania work in a school as a construction worker? must be fingerprinted

    - Pittsburgh, PA

    If your job requires a background check, the M2 assault will appear. If you are working for a contractor, you should...

  16. My case was closed 2 yrs ago but I'm still being charged fees without representation, or explanation. What can I do to correct?

    - Flemington, NJ

    You should contact your attorney and demand (in writing) an itemized accounting of all services performed to date. In...

  17. I want to file for the VAWA case outside of the U.S. can any good attorney would assist me.

    - Kansas City, KS

    Please feel free to set up an appointment with a lawyer of your choice.

  18. Nonparent Rights in Idaho after raising child for 5 years and name on Birth Certificate. No biological father in picture.

    - Boise, ID

    The answer may be found in your decree of divorce. A child born during a marriage in Idaho is presumed to be the child...

  19. How will a dismissed civil case affect my credit report/background check, and can it ever be removed from my record?

    - San Diego, CA

    Under federal law, a judgment may continue to report on your credit file for the longer of 7 years from the date of...

  20. What's likely going to happen?

    - Greeley, CO

    Mr. Garrett is correct. Don't plead guilty without having your case thoroughly evaluated by an experienced DUI...

  21. How do i ask the court to revise information given at a child support hearing before a decision is made?

    - Fort Wayne, IN

    Obvious, you know it is not a good choice to venture into the courtroom without counsel. That said, since you did not...

  22. Can my daughters employer b charged with contributing to the delenquecy of a minor

    - Wooster, OH

    I don't entirely understand what you have written, but if you think someone has exposed your 15 year old daughter to...

  23. My partner &I live in FL( married in NY). She is pregnant (artificial insemination). What rights will I have if we divorce now?

    - Orlando, FL

    As my other colleagues have noted, this is a complex situation and you should speak with a Florida licensed attorney in...

  24. I informed the police about a drug dealer in my neighborhood, the cops gave him my name and what I said- can they do that ??

    - Portage, IN

    How can you be certain they gave him the paper you signed? You need to check with the officer regarding the veracity of...

  25. What law illegalizes marijuana?

    - Pittsburgh, PA

    Marijuana is illegal under both PA and federal law. It is listed as a schedule I substance in the PA Controlled...

  26. Are Registered nurses required to give their license number if asked by a patient?

    - Victorville, CA

    It sounds like the nurse might have perceived you as having caused a disturbance. You can dispute this with the...

  27. How to move for vital Med Care to specialist's city if I've no $? There is DomViolence/PD Misconduct/Abuse involved.

    - Orange, CA

    If you have evidence of the commission of a crime, bring that evidence to the police.

  28. Could I go back to court, after 3 years, and seek visitation rights to have my son come visit me out of state?

    - Nashville, TN

    The short answer is, yes, you may be able to obtain more rights. You should speak more in depth with a TN licensed...

  29. My son has agreed to sublease his apartment to a girl over the summer months. The girls father doesn't want to sign the lease.

    - Frankfort, IN

    Agreements concerning real property in Indiana generally must be in writing. Your rights versus the sub leaser may be...

  30. Should have the atty argued to have directors (volunteers) not have personal liability in a corporate lawsuit personally?

    - New York, NY

    The volunteer protection act provides limited immunity not complete immunity from all tort claims. You have not told...

  31. Help with TREC licensing and a lease, suit and counterclaim.

    - Nashville, TN

    This question sounds like one that was posted about the same time from Murfreesboro. Here is what I told that inquirer:...

  32. Should my miranda rights have been read to me?

    - Greeley, CO

    Miranda is a doctrine or warning and you are only entitled to that warning when you are in custodial arrest and subject...

  33. How long can someone be held in jail after having probation revoked before being sentenced?

    - Huntingdon, PA

    I agree with other counsel-either apply for a public defender immediately or hire a private attorney immediately.

  34. Will a misdemeanor charge prevent me from a getting a job?

    - Evansville, IN

    The charge itself may not prevent you for getting a certain position, but the facts may. Many charges are dismissed for...

  35. How do i qualify for a diversion program, and keep my record clean and not go to jail?

    - Crystal Lake, IL

    You asked this question twice. It is highly unlikely you are going to jail. However, it is just as likely that you...

  36. I would like my timeshare contract reviewed for flaws that can assist me in asking for a deed-back.

    - Hyattsville, MD

    This is a common question. You will pay a Maryland based lawyer to learn a bit of the other state's laws. But many...

  37. I was injured in a car accident and my employer has taken me off the schedule for two weeks due to my limited ability on the job

    - Birmingham, AL

    There are two big quetions that need to be asked of you. First, were you working at the time you had the car accident?...

  38. Real Estate and Landlord Tenant. Want to help me counterclaim a property management entity that is unlicensed by TREC?

    - Murfreesboro, TN

    Talk with the legal aid office for your area and/or the closest law school. It sounds like you may be successful by...

  39. I'm getting a dash camera to protect myself should a police officer decide to abuse his power and attempt to hurt me ever again.

    - Bristol, PA

    A dash camera is legal. I'm not aware of a dash camera inside a vehicle that can record someone's voice outside the...

  40. Noncustodial parent requesting ability to claim child on taxes?

    - Batesville, IN

    Our job is not to contradict your attorney on line. I suggest that if you disagree with your atty based upon your best...

  41. IF YOUR ON PROBATION AND YOU GET BUSTED FOR GUNS AND DRUGS HOW CAN U BEAT THE CHARGES

    - Memphis, TN

    I agree with the above answers. Look into the details of the warrants and see if the searches were legal to determine...

  42. How do i get out with a clean record and no jail time, can anyone please help me?

    - Crystal Lake, IL

    It is highly unlikely you are going to jail. However, it is just as likely that you will have a record, which, if...

  43. If a person is convicted of DUI 2nd can the change it to DUI 3rd on the day they began to serve their jail time for they're time

    - London, KY

    If you were convicted and sentenced for a 2nd offense, that should be your time. Who changed the offense? You need to...

  44. I had a judgment placed against me in 2006 for which I received a notice today that the sheriff in 10 days can take my property

    - Myrtle Beach, SC

    The sheriff can only take property to satisfy a judgment that is not protected by an exemption. For example, in South...

  45. If the plantifff doesn't show up for a criminal case can they get a warrent

    - Philadelphia, PA

    Firstly, there is no "plaintiff" in a criminal case. You, as the complaining person, are referred to as the victim,...

  46. What kind of background check is done on me by the court when im selling some of my annuity payments? civil? criminal?

    - Savannah, TN

    I agree with Mr. Lee and am also puzzled by why a court is involved. Are you getting payments from a structured...

  47. Can you fill out a support worksheet?

    - South Bend, IN

    Go to this State of Indiana web address for the parent child support calculator, with instructions.

  48. Can I sell my house if the financing is through the seller's bank?

    - Phoenix, AZ

    Only a cautionary note here--make sure the promissory note gives you a right to prepay early and without any penalty...

  49. How can I fight a possession of control substance an a firearm the district attorney has know sufficient evidence on me

    - Mobile, AL

    If you have any prior felony convictions, you fall under the habitual offenders law, which provides for more severe...

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