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What would happen to me and my daughter, when my Step Daughter wants to get most of my Husband Property.

Alan's answer | Answered on April 06, 2014

This is a complicated issue. As a surviving spouse you do have a right to certain amounts set by statute known as an "elective share." Good...

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Recently fired coworker wants to meet and discuss things happening at company they used to work at. I still work at that company

Alan's answer | Answered on April 06, 2014

In this situation I would advise listen, don't talk. See what they have to say and what they want from you. Do not make any statements about the...

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After depositing money on a purchase in a store's "lay-away" program, can the store (days later) change the price of the item?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 05, 2014

You have a contract with the store to purchase the wood splitter. The terms of the contract will determine if they can change the price. Review...

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Can my landlord keep my $1,000 security deposit for saying our apartment smelled like cigarettes?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 04, 2014

You need to review the lease carefully to determine rights and responsibilities. This may be a factual issue concerning whether you violated the...

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What do I do to file a lawsuit on tribal police for false arrest?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 04, 2014

Your situation is very complicated. Your rights may depend on whether you are a tribe. There are also issues concerning sovereignty assuming the...

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Can I start an LLc or a corp even though am in collection?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 03, 2014

Being in "collection" does not prevent you from forming a business entity such as a corporation or LLC. However, forming a business entity does...

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How old must a child be to be able to work without parental consent

Alan's answer | Answered on April 01, 2014

In general I would say a person must be an adult to work without a parents consent. ND law requires a minor to have a certificate of employment...

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Can an annuity, which has a beneficiary named, be included in a Will? Does it supercede a named beneficiary?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 01, 2014

It is difficult to answer your question with the information that you have provided. I would strongly recommend that you have the situation...

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Can I be charged with check fraud for nonpayment of a payday loan?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 01, 2014

You need to consult with an attorney who handles unfair debt collection practice cases. Based on the information you have provided I believe the...

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I was terminated for a reason that is not true. Is there anything I can do for compensation?

Alan's answer | Answered on April 01, 2014

You should consult with an attorney immediately. You may be able to request a new hearing where you could present additional evidence on your...

Alan Baker's Answers (1515)

What would happen to me and my daughter, when my Step Daughter wants to get most of my Husband Property.

Recently fired coworker wants to meet and discuss things happening at company they used to work at. I still work at that company

After depositing money on a purchase in a store's "lay-away" program, can the store (days later) change the price of the item?

Can my landlord keep my $1,000 security deposit for saying our apartment smelled like cigarettes?

What do I do to file a lawsuit on tribal police for false arrest?

Can I start an LLc or a corp even though am in collection?

How old must a child be to be able to work without parental consent

Can an annuity, which has a beneficiary named, be included in a Will? Does it supercede a named beneficiary?

Can I be charged with check fraud for nonpayment of a payday loan?

I was terminated for a reason that is not true. Is there anything I can do for compensation?