Questions answered by Arnold Garson Cohen

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I am married and got pregnant by someone else before my marriage. The man knew about it?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

I am stepping out of my area of expertise because I do not practice in this area of law. However, it is my understanding that the biological...

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My mom passed away and she had a will so do we have to go through probate?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

There are contradictory facts in your statement. They can be cleared up when you present all of the paperwork [Will, deed, mortgage] to a probate...

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Tenants are moving out end of month but won't cooperate with house showings and said they didnt have pets but saw they had a cat

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

Get ready for a lawsuit either by them or by you. Keep good records and take plenty of photos. You will not be able to determine your damages...

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I recently got a worthless check citation for a check that is 9 years old, it was for 107.00 but with all the fine it is now 328

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

You may have a good defense of the statute of limitations. You ought to consult a criminal defense lawyer to determine the seriousness of this...

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Cancer policy surrender

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

Call a bankruptcy lawyer [yours if you have one] immediately, and discuss it fully and honestly with the lawyer. Do not put any more information...

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Do I need to take my dads name off of deed since he passed recently?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

If your parents were married at the time they acquired the property and the deed does not say otherwise, then your mother is now the sole owner of...

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Can I sue for fraud or punitive damages?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 08, 2013

Yes, you may sue. However, the prospect of recovery may be very poor, and the prospect of obtaining a lawyer to represent you will be very poor if...

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My lawnmower and trailer was stolen, valued at 4200.00. The police have arrested him but have not done anything else

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 07, 2013

It is not clear where the lawnmower and trailer are now located. If being held in evidence, talk to the detective in charge to see if he will...

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Two defendants, one get dismissed; how long do I have to file another lawsuit against the defendant who got dismissed in 4/2012.

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 06, 2013

That question cannot be answered as stated. You may already be too late to file. See a lawyer pronto.

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What if the lender owns my first and second mortgage would they accept a deed in lieu

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 06, 2013

You can certainly ask the lender to do that and surrender the property voluntarily. Different lenders approach that question differently...

Arnold Garson Cohen's Answers (5853)

I am married and got pregnant by someone else before my marriage. The man knew about it?

My mom passed away and she had a will so do we have to go through probate?

Tenants are moving out end of month but won't cooperate with house showings and said they didnt have pets but saw they had a cat

I recently got a worthless check citation for a check that is 9 years old, it was for 107.00 but with all the fine it is now 328

Cancer policy surrender

Do I need to take my dads name off of deed since he passed recently?

Can I sue for fraud or punitive damages?

My lawnmower and trailer was stolen, valued at 4200.00. The police have arrested him but have not done anything else

Two defendants, one get dismissed; how long do I have to file another lawsuit against the defendant who got dismissed in 4/2012.

What if the lender owns my first and second mortgage would they accept a deed in lieu