Can a child be claimed as a dependent on income tax

Probably not but I don't practice tax law so wait for further answers from someone who does

Breach of contract question. When is it ok for me to call it a breach or contact?

So long as what you publicized is the truth , that is a complete defense

Fee for expunged criminal record

That depends on amount of time a lawyer estimates it will take to get all the information together and to submit to the Board of Pardons in...

Do you have to be financially independent to get married in Connecticut as a same sex couple?

There are no financial requirements whatsoever to obtain a marriage license

My FECA Workers' Compensation Lawyer is charging me a $2000 retainer AND 25% of $$ awarded by the judge. Is this legal?

You have a right to an attorney of your choice . as you've already been advised you need to find an atty that does federal WC and consult with him...

What do i do next since ELIS USCIS didn't take my case of changing status B1 to F1 ?

There are limited options available to you . I urge you to contact an immigration lawyer ASAP to assist you

Do I need an attorney to be granted admission to pretrial drug education & community service program as a first time offender?

I recommend that any person who is arrested obtain an attorney. If you needed minor surgery would you perform it on yourself ? I think you get my...

My wife has been arrested in Connecticut for a arrest warrant from Florida; can she make bail in connecticut?

Yes if she posts bond . You need to speak with a Conn lawyers on assist her here who then needs to locate a lawyer in Florida for her . I've done...

What do I need to prepare for a court date?

That's exactly why you need a lawyer. I completely disagree with the lawyer you say you spoke to. If you had an attorney there would be no need for...

Is it still pending or did DCF not substantiate. If the latter there's nothing you need to worry about