Questions answered by Dennis Michael Phillips

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Is a prenupt required to save my home in the future?

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 02, 2009

Congratulations. I wish you a happy marriage; but I compliment you on being prudent. I think a prenup could help to keep the home separate from...

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I was found at fault for a multiple car accident with no insurance. What could happen to me?

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 02, 2009

They are requesting settlements; but you are under no obligation to settle. Divorce isn't the answer. Bankruptcy might be, if you end up with...

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If I cannot sue a police department for wrongful death, what would be another reason? I dont' feel there was probable cause.

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 02, 2009

I don't know Colorado law; so I don't understand why the PD (or the county/city) cannot be sued for wrongful death assuming they tortiously caused...

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What actions can I take against employer for possible wrongful termination action

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 02, 2009

Depending on what your state allows, it sounds like you may have claims for wrongful termination and defamation. Under Federal laws, you may have...

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Can a family member sue for wrongful death in a civil action

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 02, 2009

Every case is different because the damages are computed on different elements of damages that are permitted in the particular jurisdiction. Begin...

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Is a surviving spouse required to share a wrongful death recovery with decedent's kids that are adults

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 02, 2009

Look up Georgia's wrongful death statute; but I think you will find that adult children do not have standing to claim for wrongful death damages...

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Do I have a case? And if so what kind of lawyer should I look for?

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 01, 2009

That is terrible. You may want to contact Betsey Herd, a frequent contributor to this site. She is a hell of a lawyer; and she is not too far...

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I refinanced through Coutrywide Home Loans 3 years ago and they have not filed a warranty deed to date. How does this effect me

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 01, 2009

Deeds concern the changing of property owners, not mortgagors. Since you only refinanced, the property stayed in your name - you just took new...

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Does a previous Power of Attorney have to be notified of a new Power of Attorney being put in place?

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 01, 2009

You should find your answer in Chapter 709 Florida Statutes: ...

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Can anyone have claim to a life ins. policy to which I was named sole beneficiary?

Dennis's answer | Answered on July 01, 2009

Assuming that the policyholder died prior to anyone making a claim against his/her assets, including the life policy (if it was a cash value...

Dennis Michael Phillips's Answers (2320)

Is a prenupt required to save my home in the future?

I was found at fault for a multiple car accident with no insurance. What could happen to me?

If I cannot sue a police department for wrongful death, what would be another reason? I dont' feel there was probable cause.

What actions can I take against employer for possible wrongful termination action

Can a family member sue for wrongful death in a civil action

Is a surviving spouse required to share a wrongful death recovery with decedent's kids that are adults

Do I have a case? And if so what kind of lawyer should I look for?

I refinanced through Coutrywide Home Loans 3 years ago and they have not filed a warranty deed to date. How does this effect me

Does a previous Power of Attorney have to be notified of a new Power of Attorney being put in place?

Can anyone have claim to a life ins. policy to which I was named sole beneficiary?