John A. Jackson's Answers (497)

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I was declared as a personal representative in the last will and testament of another: is being a PR the same as having PoA?

John's answer | Answered on September 25, 2013

No. Being a person's Personal Representative is not the same things as being someone's Power of Attorney. Both jobs can be held by the same person....

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Divorce papers were fraudulently witnessed by notary. What now?

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

It is probably not worth it to pursue her attorney's office. You should speak with an attorney about it and describe your damages though.

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Employer fired me b/c I conveyed all my coworkers concerns about being treated unfairly, particularly not paying overtime wages.

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

You should speak with an attorney about this matter. Generally, an employer can fire you for any reason (except for race, gender, religion etc) or...

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If u were in a car accident and u got 6500 the lawyer charge u 33%

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

As the attorney who represented you.

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WHAT DO I NEED TO DO I HAD A GIRL JUMP IN TO THE SIDE OF MY CAR IT WAS NOT MY FAULT

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

If you were charged with a crime hire an attorney to deal with that. Also report it to your insurance company. Let them deal with the civil side of...

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Do I have grounds to sue?

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

I agree with the other attorneys. You should speak with a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. Bring a copy of whatever you signed to the...

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What happens after you pay an attorney a flat fee retainer but your case never goes to trial?

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

Contact the South Carolina Bar at 803.799.6653. Ask for the Fee Dispute folks.

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Spouse's bf called the law on me from trying to see my daughter whom they abducted from me and my son.

John's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

Do you have a court order that gives you custody? If not then under the law your spouse has as much right to custody of your daughter as you do. If...

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Does getting married void the power of attorney that your child has over you?

John's answer | Answered on September 22, 2013

I agree with the other attorney. Just do another POA and the old one is void.

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My wife wants divorce

John's answer | Answered on September 21, 2013

Maybe. There are many factors to consider and you should speak with a family lawyer to learn what you are entitled to. Good luck.

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