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If I am married and my husband inherited a house can I buy my own house and consider it my homestead

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 31, 2010

If it is your primary permanent residence you can claim it as a homestead. If not, it is criminal to do so. Florida Constitution Article VII,...

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Can I transfer the deed of a property and not register it

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 31, 2010

Delivery of the deed does transfer the property to you, but there are other things to consider: You should record the deed immediately! Until it...

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Can i take my file with me when i switch attorneys. (civil) custody case) I hired the attorney and want to retain new

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 31, 2010

Yes, you can always fire a lawyer. If you owe the lawyer money, the lawyer has a retaining lien on everything of your in the lawyer's possession,...

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At fault rear-end collision.insurance did settle,i feel i should sued driver.

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

Florida is a comparitive negligence state. So, the negligence of the person who stopped will be compared with your negligence in hitting that...

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Am I entitled to any of my $20,000 retainer back?

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

Grieve the lawyer. See the link below. Hire a new lawyer to defend you on the criminal charge. That lawyer will file an appearance for you and...

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Whose insurance should have been notified

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

Both you, as the owner and your relative, as the driver have potential liability for his negligence. This means that both of your insurance...

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Joint ownership of FL property

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

If you cannot reach an agreement with her, your remedy is to sue her for partition. Partition will result in the sale of the property with each of...

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I helped my wife prepare and type a lawsuit that she has now filed. Can I list myself as her representative?

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

No. Appearing in court for another person is the practice of law. If you are unlicensed, it is a felony. (There are very limited exceptions that...

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What should I do?

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

It sounds like the crime of extortion. I would call the police or sheriff. It is also a violation of several rules and statutes. Definitely...

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I'm about to enter a business and there are some things I don't fully understand on the contract. I need your advise please!

Clifford's answer | Answered on March 30, 2010

The entire contract needs a lawyer's review. Pay for a couple hors of time and get this done right. (Not a solicitation - I only litigate these...

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