Questions answered by Elliott R. Teel

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If an adult man passes away who has the right to his ashes, his 18 yr old son or his divorced parents?

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 29, 2009

The first thing to figure out is if your friend had a will, and if that was specified therein. If not, then the person was was assigned to be the...

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There was a motion filed to dismiss the complaint against me. Do I need to respond?

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 25, 2009

Do you know why they have filed it? Unless there is some reason to keep the case open, and without knowing anything about the case I can't what...

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What do I do if I cannot attend a court date because I have moved to another state?

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 23, 2009

First, be sure the court has your current address. If there is a hearing you need to have someone go for you. You can hire a lawyer, or grant...

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A default judgment was ruled against me because I was never notified of the court date. What can i do?

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 23, 2009

If you were never notified of the court date you can try to appeal the judgment. Since it was an ongoing case, the court would have mailed you the...

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Question about our home?

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 23, 2009

More information is needed to really answer your question. Is your name on the deed? Does your husband have a will that indicates who gets the...

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What are my driveway rights

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 23, 2009

You may be able to claim a right to that property, but you will likely need to find the previous owners. You need to show 20 years of possession...

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Can we be taxed on land we don't own in the state of Maine. we pay property tax on our land but more was added on for a use tax

Elliott's answer | Answered on September 21, 2009

I am not sure I understand your question. Do you own the land your cottage is on, or is that part of a larger development? Does your tax bill now...

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Hi, Im an immigrant, can I apply for the H2b visa?

Elliott's answer | Answered on August 18, 2009

You need to speak to an immigration lawyer about the specifics of your case. If you cannot afford a lawyer try the Immigrant Legal Advocacy...

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I read somewhere that common law marriage was accepted in Maine a year ago is there truth to this statement?? Or same sex???

Elliott's answer | Answered on August 18, 2009

Maine does not recognize common-law marriage. The legislature passed a same-sex marriage law, but it is upheld until a referendum is voted on,...

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Hi my ex said that you can stop me from moving out of the St that we live in and we where not Marred can he do this?

Elliott's answer | Answered on August 17, 2009

You need to speak to a Family Law attorney. You will likely need to have a custody agreement since there is a child involved.

Elliott R. Teel's Answers (204)

If an adult man passes away who has the right to his ashes, his 18 yr old son or his divorced parents?

There was a motion filed to dismiss the complaint against me. Do I need to respond?

What do I do if I cannot attend a court date because I have moved to another state?

A default judgment was ruled against me because I was never notified of the court date. What can i do?

Question about our home?

What are my driveway rights

Can we be taxed on land we don't own in the state of Maine. we pay property tax on our land but more was added on for a use tax

Hi, Im an immigrant, can I apply for the H2b visa?

I read somewhere that common law marriage was accepted in Maine a year ago is there truth to this statement?? Or same sex???

Hi my ex said that you can stop me from moving out of the St that we live in and we where not Marred can he do this?