Questions answered by Christopher W. Vaughn-Martel

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Am i responsible for the hospital bills of my deceased husband even though we were legally seperated at the time?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 06, 2009

My first question would be whether his estate was ever properly probated? Generally speaking, you don't have any obligation to repay the debts of...

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If i have a typed/signed letter stating someone will pay me back for something will it hold up in court

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 06, 2009

Since "hold up" is not a legal term of art, I will instead point out that a written promise to pay is a contract that will likely be admissible in...

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Debt Settlement Negotiation - What is a reasonable amount on low income?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 06, 2009

If you had hired an attorney in the first place, he/she never would have let you sign an Agreement for Judgment in the full amount that you owed. ...

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If someone gives you a tv and asks for it back over a year later, do you have to give it back?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 06, 2009

Attorney Myer is correct. If the transfer of the television was a "gift", then there is no legal basis for her demand that you return it.

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Step parent adoption?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 06, 2009

Congratulations on your engagement! Although you can certainly wait until you are married to adopt, it is not legally required. Your only...

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My exhusband adopted my 2 kids when we were married. Know we are divorced and he wants to reverse the adoption. Can he do that?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 04, 2009

Please note that I am not licensed to practice law in the state of Arkansas. However, as a general matter adoption creates a legal and binding...

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I filed a slander suit in mass., I got a letter from the clerk saying my case was canceled due to lack of subject matter juisdic

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 04, 2009

You should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to see if any errors can be corrected and to see whether your suit can be refiled. Your suit...

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How do I legally ask a tenant to vacate?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 04, 2009

My advice would be to involve a lawyer, as one wrong move could jeopardize the eviction process and cost you months of unpaid rent. You probably...

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Vacate Prior Judgement

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 04, 2009

That means that the judgment in your case was removed, and the case has been re-opened. You now have a live lawsuit. If you are in need of...

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Can landlord charge a penalty to break a lease that has not gone into effect yet?

Christopher's answer | Answered on October 03, 2009

The lease does not go into effect on October 1, your tenancy does. The lease goes "into effect" when properly executed. You are legally bound to...

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

Am i responsible for the hospital bills of my deceased husband even though we were legally seperated at the time?

If i have a typed/signed letter stating someone will pay me back for something will it hold up in court

Debt Settlement Negotiation - What is a reasonable amount on low income?

If someone gives you a tv and asks for it back over a year later, do you have to give it back?

Step parent adoption?

My exhusband adopted my 2 kids when we were married. Know we are divorced and he wants to reverse the adoption. Can he do that?

I filed a slander suit in mass., I got a letter from the clerk saying my case was canceled due to lack of subject matter juisdic

How do I legally ask a tenant to vacate?

Vacate Prior Judgement

Can landlord charge a penalty to break a lease that has not gone into effect yet?