Questions answered by Jonas A Jacobson

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My sister in law wants to place a restraining order on my 5 year old. Is this possible?

Jonas's answer | Answered on January 17, 2011

Ignoring the issues associated with the infancy of the parties (infancy is a legal term basically meaning "child") to provide the proof necessary...

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I may be facing foreclosure? how often do they try to sue the homeowner for the deficit amount/fees in MA?

Jonas's answer | Answered on January 12, 2011

Generally speaking, banks try and foreclose following standard procedures. And standard procedure is, usually, to seek a deficiency judgment from...

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Foreclosure in Massachusetts? What happens after a letter of default? When do foreclosure proceedings begin?

Jonas's answer | Answered on January 12, 2011

In a foreclosure, a bank needs to have its paperwork in order. The New York lawyer who responded may not know that Massachusetts has a "150 Day...

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How can I protect a business idea of mind across the country if a trademark isn't available?

Jonas's answer | Answered on January 12, 2011

Your question is a little light on the details. If you are saying that your trademarked term has already been trademarked by the New Mexico...

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My mother passed last year. Exectrix is not protecting the rights of myself and two sisters. The assets are a home , car in FL

Jonas's answer | Answered on December 10, 2010

This is all too much to answer in this forum. Talk to an attorney.

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Employment right question

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 30, 2010

You probably cannot collect unemployment if you do this. You need to make an effort to preserve your job. That probably means speaking to your new...

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What benefits do I get after temporary employment?

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 30, 2010

You will be glad to know that the law was changed in July of this year to allow persons in your situation to continue collecting unemployment...

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My niece is 48 years old she has a condo she paid cash for 3 years ago she has no mortgage. the city she lives in is forclosi

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 30, 2010

This sounds like a terrible circumstance. The short answer to your question is, generally speaking, yes, a town can foreclose for non-payment of...

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I just experienced fraud in mall kiosk. I was assured that the prices were discounted and the prices on the internet would

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 12, 2010

I would advise you not to rely on the attorney general to do anything about your claim. Rather, contact a consumer lawyer, describe your problem,...

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My landlord wishes to charge every housemates for the every damages caused in this entire house.

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 10, 2010

Typically, you would be held responsible for the acts of your co-tenants while you were sharing the house with them. The landlord is not allowed...

Jonas A Jacobson's Answers (292)

My sister in law wants to place a restraining order on my 5 year old. Is this possible?

I may be facing foreclosure? how often do they try to sue the homeowner for the deficit amount/fees in MA?

Foreclosure in Massachusetts? What happens after a letter of default? When do foreclosure proceedings begin?

How can I protect a business idea of mind across the country if a trademark isn't available?

My mother passed last year. Exectrix is not protecting the rights of myself and two sisters. The assets are a home , car in FL

Employment right question

What benefits do I get after temporary employment?

My niece is 48 years old she has a condo she paid cash for 3 years ago she has no mortgage. the city she lives in is forclosi

I just experienced fraud in mall kiosk. I was assured that the prices were discounted and the prices on the internet would

My landlord wishes to charge every housemates for the every damages caused in this entire house.