Questions answered by David Harrison Williams

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Can i file for a "dead" trademark?

David's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

You can file, but whether you should is not an easy question. Trademark rights spring from their use in commerce. Just because a registration has...

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Should I use a professional to trademark my logo?

David's answer | Answered on January 14, 2016

Engaging a trademark attorney is advisable. There are numerous obstacles to getting trademarks on the primary register. You will want to avoid...

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What type of attorney handles harassment/communicating threats?

David's answer | Answered on October 28, 2015

Given the situation as you have described it I would say this likely does not rise to the level of harassment. Harassment is defined in the...

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How do I file for a divorce while I'm still living in the same house as my husband?

David's answer | Answered on October 19, 2015

In North Carolina, one may secure an absolute, no-fault divorce in two circumstances: 1) a minimum period of one year living separate and apart,...

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Can I seek to terminate parental rights?

David's answer | Answered on August 28, 2015

You can certainly file to do this in North Carolina since I assume both you and the child are domiciled here. Most states have now adopted the...

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Can a 21 year old be charged for dating and/or having sex with a 16 year old?

David's answer | Answered on August 17, 2015

Yes, in North Carolina your boyfriend can be charged with statutory rape since he purportedly had vaginal intercourse with a female under 16 years...

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I couldn't make it to court. What do I do now?

David's answer | Answered on August 08, 2015

Missing a mandatory court appearance can put you in contempt of court, which could mean fines and/or some time in jail, depending on the judge and...

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What is the Statute of limitations on suing a police officer, and a sheriff's department for false imprisonment!?!

David's answer | Answered on April 08, 2015

The Statute of Limitations for false imprisonment is 3 years in North Carolina. However, governmental units and their agents enjoy some degree of...

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Which type of attorney would I need if I wanted to file a complaint of negligence against a county jail?

David's answer | Answered on April 08, 2015

In North Carolina, local governments enjoy some degree of governmental immunity from tort claims. However, this immunity can be waived, and also...

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I got bit by a dog that I know for a fact doesn't have rabies.

David's answer | Answered on April 05, 2015

Generally speaking, adults are not required to get shots or vaccinations in North Carolina. Some shots are required in order to attend certain...

David Harrison Williams's Answers (33)

Can i file for a "dead" trademark?

Should I use a professional to trademark my logo?

What type of attorney handles harassment/communicating threats?

How do I file for a divorce while I'm still living in the same house as my husband?

Can I seek to terminate parental rights?

Can a 21 year old be charged for dating and/or having sex with a 16 year old?

I couldn't make it to court. What do I do now?

What is the Statute of limitations on suing a police officer, and a sheriff's department for false imprisonment!?!

Which type of attorney would I need if I wanted to file a complaint of negligence against a county jail?

I got bit by a dog that I know for a fact doesn't have rabies.