In theory you can. However, you say you entered the US from overseas. Did you check the ticket? Did you buy a travel insurance? If so, what does...

What can be done if mistake by the academic office caused unexpected and wrongful graduation of an international student ?

As far as the administrative side of the University, the Academic and the Students Dean must decide on the base of the existing policy. Sometimes...

Even though were correct morally, do we have legal grounds to sue?

I am sorry to notice quite often the same pattern: attorneys are called only after legal problem are already there ... and they are not used to...

I have a business in the US, but have later found out that the same name in South Africa. Should I be concerned?

I think it is important to understand which kind of business you run and when and how you found out this. Did this South African company notified...

How do I retrieve $5000 that I loaned someone by an oral contract?

If it was understood by the two of you that it a loan, you reached a meeting of the minds, you shook hands , in general that is considered...

I have offended some lawyers. I have asked then questions like how to persuade a jury.

We are here to respond to questions of people in need, with little money, and difficult if not impossible access to legal resources. It is...

Potential liability for use of celebrity names?

A lot of facts must be carefully examined. Any advice here will not render you capable of solving the situation by yourself. My best advice is to...

Can I copy quotes of the web and make an Ebook to sell?

As a general rule you should always quote the author and indicate the source (the publisher). In addition, if your intention is to sell a book you...

What questions should I be asking regarding an Angel investor interested in my firm. We are a new business start up..

This is the kind of information that needs to be handled confidentially with a business attorney. My colleagues gave you excellent advice. This is...

U.S. C-Corporation with Australian co-founders/members

My colleague is correct. There are multiple legal and tax repercussions in the US and in Australia. Your scenario is not very articulate, but there...