Questions answered by William J Popovich

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Are "Estate Of" Accounts Necessary Under These Circumstances?

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

If he has no children from a previous marriage, you are the only heir, it seems. And you do have to file his income taxes, and pay his bills, out...

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How does the contempt process work in New Jersey?

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

Yes, you could ask for attorney fees if she is filing frivolous motions, and you can file for contempt as well.

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Hi I was hit head on by a woman who was texting and crossed over the centerline. I want to be made whole. Your Advice

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

Hire a lawyer to represent you. Some of the items you want won't likely be recoverable - when you total a car it is assumed you will buy one...

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Do I need an attorney

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

It is advisable, and the lawyer gets most of the percentage he earns from the other side (they pay 12 percent, you pay 8).

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Is there any way to avoid receiving answers to discovery and a Motion for Summary Judgment all at the same time?

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

He has a right to use all his time, and to ask for an extension. And yes you will have to draft an opposition or it will be accepted.

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Should my father be gifting his children money each year or wait until his death? Is a trust written in Fla valid in Calif?

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

With 2MIL in assets he should be using an estate planner, whether attorney or accountant, to ensure that his assets pass with the least possible...

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If my child is suffering from anxiety and has supervised visitation with his father can I petition the court for a change

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

Or he can charge that it is you who is making your child anxious about seeing him. This works both ways.

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Texas doesn't accept inter-State registration for alimony - shouldn't my NJ attorney have cross-checked to make sure it (TX) did

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

And exactly what do you think your lawyer could have done better or differently? He got the order for alimony. He did his job. He can't take Texas...

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My son is a junior in HS. He recently had a teacher push him with her forearm and slam the locker on his fingers. Is this a case

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

Your son has no right to leave the cafeteria. "Upset girlfriend" is not an excuse. Yelling is not a cause of action. I imagine if we heard the...

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Past Bankruptcy / Current Taxes

William's answer | Answered on February 07, 2015

Yes. The IRS wants their money from somewhere. The lending bank took a deduction for the amount they wrote off. It is your "income" - in essence,...

William J Popovich's Answers (26693)

Are "Estate Of" Accounts Necessary Under These Circumstances?

How does the contempt process work in New Jersey?

Hi I was hit head on by a woman who was texting and crossed over the centerline. I want to be made whole. Your Advice

Do I need an attorney

Is there any way to avoid receiving answers to discovery and a Motion for Summary Judgment all at the same time?

Should my father be gifting his children money each year or wait until his death? Is a trust written in Fla valid in Calif?

If my child is suffering from anxiety and has supervised visitation with his father can I petition the court for a change

Texas doesn't accept inter-State registration for alimony - shouldn't my NJ attorney have cross-checked to make sure it (TX) did

My son is a junior in HS. He recently had a teacher push him with her forearm and slam the locker on his fingers. Is this a case

Past Bankruptcy / Current Taxes