Questions answered by Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel

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Is my property considered "abandoned" by my tenants?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

Based on the facts as you have presented them, it sounds as though the tenants have not abandoned the property. If you have people who have been...

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Are new homebuyers required to honor old leases made prior to property sale?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

You would be required to honor all leases currently in place. Remember, when you take ownership of the property, you take all of the benefits, but...

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Waive of Rights

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

I think you do not want to sign anything or agree to anything without reviewing your situation thoroughly with an attorney of your own. The advice...

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What happens if i divorce my husband who is here on green card,

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

If you intend to divorce your husband, you generally want to begin that process as quickly as possible. Your responsibility for him in the marital...

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Marriage is registered both in Massachusetts and in Europe. If we divorce in Europe is it necessary to register that in US?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

You need to speak with an attorney to determine whether you meet the appropriate grounds for divorce in a specific jurisdiction. In Massachusetts,...

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I recently won a judgement from my landlord. I filed a state of execution. What other measures can I take?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

You really have a number of options! The first thing you need to do is request an original execution from the Court. You will need that to take...

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I am being sued for being rear ended by a car but i did not have insurance of my vehicle. i suffered no damage to my vehicle.

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

I think you absolutely must retain counsel to represent you. It is unclear why a person who rear-ended you is suing you for damages. The fact that...

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What recourse do I have if a trust in my name is not disbursed in a timely manner?

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

As beneficiary, you have the right to see the terms of the trust. Your firs step needs to be a formal and documented request for information. If...

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My ex passed away, still owes me $8100 for real estate, a truck was in both our names has been given to his cousin.

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

If your ex owed you money or property, you should file a claim against the estate as soon as possible. If no estate has been probated, the you may...

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My son has a bank account his social security number on it,dies. My name on the account is his widow entitled to this money

Christopher's answer | Answered on September 26, 2013

Most likely, the funds in that account belong to you. However, there are exceptions. She certainly can sue you if she feels strongly enough about...

Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel's Answers (3511)

Is my property considered "abandoned" by my tenants?

Are new homebuyers required to honor old leases made prior to property sale?

Waive of Rights

What happens if i divorce my husband who is here on green card,

Marriage is registered both in Massachusetts and in Europe. If we divorce in Europe is it necessary to register that in US?

I recently won a judgement from my landlord. I filed a state of execution. What other measures can I take?

I am being sued for being rear ended by a car but i did not have insurance of my vehicle. i suffered no damage to my vehicle.

What recourse do I have if a trust in my name is not disbursed in a timely manner?

My ex passed away, still owes me $8100 for real estate, a truck was in both our names has been given to his cousin.

My son has a bank account his social security number on it,dies. My name on the account is his widow entitled to this money