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Can you reopen a bodily injury claim that was 8 months ago that was only verbally agreed to? and you dont remember agreeing to?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

I agree with Attorney Turner, you must contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. There may be ways to rescind any agreement that was...

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How pro see can obtain enlargement of time to answer complaint that the house we sold had defective roof.

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

This is a procedural question that varies from state to state and sometimes from court to court within a state. Your best bet is to seek...

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Conflict of interest?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

No the Animal Control officer does not have a conflict of interest, but you have a serious problem. You should hire an attorney, if you do not...

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Does my sister need a lawyer?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

you should not be making statements about a potential criminal act on an open website. What you say can be used against you. By admitting...

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I received a grant for programming and we merged with another organization. How can I assure that my grant will follow me?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

I would be very cautious before agreeing to transfer a grant that was awarded to you personally to any company. If the company receives the grant...

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Can a Utah trucking company enforce a noncompete contract after i quit even tho I won't be hauling the same type of trailer?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

Companies may use broad unenforceable non-compete provisions to punish former employees. There are many issues to be considered here and I cannot...

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Trying to see what should I do about my situation . I was giving a job but a couple days later I receive a call.

Alan's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

Unless you have a contract that provides terms of employment including length of employment and grounds for termination, you are an employee at...

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How do I know a company is legitimate?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

The threat of arrest on a civil debt is a violation of the federal unfair debt collection practices statutes and you may have a valid claim against...

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If I allow my daughter (17 and 1/2) to move out of the home, what legal responsibilities and ramifications might I face?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

Your daughter is a minor until she reaches age 18. As her parent you are responsible for her welfare. If something would happen to her because...

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In civil cases, can the judgment vary from the amount asked?

Alan's answer | Answered on December 13, 2014

Most often the benefit of removing to general court is that it will be harder for you to proceed while representing yourself. Any attorney has an...

Alan Baker's Answers (1520)

Can you reopen a bodily injury claim that was 8 months ago that was only verbally agreed to? and you dont remember agreeing to?

How pro see can obtain enlargement of time to answer complaint that the house we sold had defective roof.

Conflict of interest?

Does my sister need a lawyer?

I received a grant for programming and we merged with another organization. How can I assure that my grant will follow me?

Can a Utah trucking company enforce a noncompete contract after i quit even tho I won't be hauling the same type of trailer?

Trying to see what should I do about my situation . I was giving a job but a couple days later I receive a call.

How do I know a company is legitimate?

If I allow my daughter (17 and 1/2) to move out of the home, what legal responsibilities and ramifications might I face?

In civil cases, can the judgment vary from the amount asked?