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If a persons rents a house and a tree branch falls on the car. Does the home owners Insurance cover the damage done to the car?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 21, 2016

Maybe. Your father should consult a lawyer in that jurisdiction and also report the loss to his own insurance carrier if he has collision...

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UTC is here. The affect on First Party SNT and a Charitable Trust. How will it affect both?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 21, 2016

How that statute may affect those trusts depends upon what you want to achieve. This forum may address specific issues, but is not suited for...

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What are VISITORS reporting requirements for TN, NC and Georgia for 290's? How long before you have to register w/police?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 21, 2016

I have never heard of any requirement that an ordinary tourist must register wherever s/he goes in this country. However, parolees and sex...

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Can my 23-year old college student daughter be the subject of a medical debt lawsuit, even if I provide 100% of her support?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 21, 2016

She is not absolved from the liability of her own contracts merely because she is dependent on you for her support.

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If a construction contract is terminated by owner can any warranties for items like living plants still be imposed by the terms

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 21, 2016

As to recovery I agree with Mr. D'Esposito. The warranty question is interesting. It poses the issue of what is the effect of termination. The...

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Is it "legal" for an estate attorney to give a distribution settlement check to a third party "representative" ?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

An authorized third party representative may receive the check. If the lawyer was representing you in litigation with the estate, then either your...

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What should I do next

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

Also you can get a copy of the documents on file with the probate court either by going there or by calling the clerk's office. You may need to...

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Do I still have to pay the loan

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 19, 2016

I agreed with the first two lawyers on the assumption that the bank was supposed to assure that title passed to you. However, if that is not the...

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What recourse do I have if I sent a business check in error to the wrong client, and said client cashed said check?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 19, 2016

Your recitation is not clear. If the 'wrong client' forged someone else's name, then you might report that to law enforcement in addition to...

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Can I as PR to my mother's estate, list my mother's condo for sale?

Arnold's answer | Answered on July 19, 2016

Passing a clear title to the purchaser will likely be necessary. To get it right the first time it would be wise to consult a probate lawyer or a...

Arnold Garson Cohen's Answers (5855)

If a persons rents a house and a tree branch falls on the car. Does the home owners Insurance cover the damage done to the car?

UTC is here. The affect on First Party SNT and a Charitable Trust. How will it affect both?

What are VISITORS reporting requirements for TN, NC and Georgia for 290's? How long before you have to register w/police?

Can my 23-year old college student daughter be the subject of a medical debt lawsuit, even if I provide 100% of her support?

If a construction contract is terminated by owner can any warranties for items like living plants still be imposed by the terms

Is it "legal" for an estate attorney to give a distribution settlement check to a third party "representative" ?

What should I do next

Do I still have to pay the loan

What recourse do I have if I sent a business check in error to the wrong client, and said client cashed said check?

Can I as PR to my mother's estate, list my mother's condo for sale?