Questions answered by Daniel O'Brien

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My mother stole my identity when I was ten

Daniel's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

It is unclear what you goal is here other than being rid of the bills. You can file charges by going to your local police station and filing a...

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Can falsified report by the police leading to conviction be appealed?

Daniel's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

If you were convicted, you need to speak to an attorney immediately. There is a deadline for you to file your appeal, which you should assume...

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Is it illegal to fire an employee using a recorded conversation?

Daniel's answer | Answered on February 01, 2013

Your question raises two different issues: (1) Were you illegally fired? and (2) Was the recording made illegally? If you are not under contract...

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What options do I have if I break a leasing apartment contrcat agreement?

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 29, 2013

Start with the assumption that the lease agreement defines the obligations that your daughter has. A $2,800 penalty on top of two months rent is...

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How can I prove that the injury I suffered in an altercation was due to an offensive attack as opposed to a defensive one?

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Not to be too cynical here, but you can find an expert to say just about whatever you want. An expert will cost you money -- maybe a lot of money...

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How can I stop my complaint from being dismissed? Can I still file again on civil rights if this is dismissed ?

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

You need an attorney that has a federal court practice. Federal judges are almost universally more particular about moving cases through their...

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I was with my ex for three years. We lived together and filed our income taxes one year as married. Are we common law married?

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 26, 2013

It is essential to determine whether you met all of the elements while you were both in Texas. It is unclear whether you were both ever in Texas. ...

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If i pull out of a texas real estate contract after the option period, but before closing, do I lose only my earnest or can i

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

If you had a financing addendum or title commitment objections, you may have an excuse not to close or pay the earnest money. You need to make...

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I did roofing job on a home three months ago, the husband signed the contract for repair, its been three months, and I have

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 24, 2013

I've seen this before. It could be argued that the man was actually the contractor and you a subcontractor. That would affeect your deadlines,...

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Can I be charged with a felony and have a warrant issued for my arrest for failure to pay back a payday loan? In Texas

Daniel's answer | Answered on January 24, 2013

If you defrauded the lender, then a criminal complaint is possible. But, merely failing to payback a loan is a civil matter. Threatening...

Daniel O'Brien's Answers (263)

My mother stole my identity when I was ten

Can falsified report by the police leading to conviction be appealed?

Is it illegal to fire an employee using a recorded conversation?

What options do I have if I break a leasing apartment contrcat agreement?

How can I prove that the injury I suffered in an altercation was due to an offensive attack as opposed to a defensive one?

How can I stop my complaint from being dismissed? Can I still file again on civil rights if this is dismissed ?

I was with my ex for three years. We lived together and filed our income taxes one year as married. Are we common law married?

If i pull out of a texas real estate contract after the option period, but before closing, do I lose only my earnest or can i

I did roofing job on a home three months ago, the husband signed the contract for repair, its been three months, and I have

Can I be charged with a felony and have a warrant issued for my arrest for failure to pay back a payday loan? In Texas