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My brother-in-law is two years older than my husband is he concidered the next of kin b4 my husband in decision making ??
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Answered on July 09, 2011
As long as all are adults, laws generally do not consider the older brother to be in a privileged position in determing who is next of kin.
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Should I fire my current attorney and retain another?
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Answered on July 08, 2011
Your question is hard to answer. You might want to pay for a second opinion by another divorce attorney in your area. Unfortunately, you may run...
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During trust review client was never told the trust would be split in two upon her death, costing the trust tens of thousands $
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Answered on July 08, 2011
I think you are asking if you have a legal malpractice claim. You might but there are a lot details to be discussed. Call me if you are interested...
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Are legal docs/info provided to a prospective attorney confidential?
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Answered on July 08, 2011
Yes, if you discuss a legal problem with an attorney you are considering hiring, the attorney is bound to keep what you said and what was disclosed...
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How long does a property owner have to clean up snow and ice in front of his establishment after a storm? The area in question
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Answered on July 08, 2011
Generally there are no clear guidelines to the question you asked. An attorney in your area could best advise if you have a viable claim.
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Mother passed 7 years ago, she had a personal injury case that was pending. How do I find out if case has been settled?
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Answered on July 08, 2011
Seven years is a long time. If your mother's estate was probated, contact the probate attorney. You may be able to get on the court website where...
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Is a family lawyer a good profession to take up?
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Answered on July 06, 2011
In the past few years legal fees in many areas have come down. Economically, prospects for new lawyers are less good than they were in the past few...
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Firing my attormey
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Answered on July 06, 2011
Mr. Nguyen has given excellent advice. Nothing stops you from personally contacting your wife (assuming that there is no restraining order to...
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Flat fees refundable in criminal cases?
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Answered on July 06, 2011
Your current attorney will certainly have the right to charge at least for whatever time he or she has into the case. I do occasionally represent...
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Are live insurance policies included in the total amount of money exempt from going through probate?
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Answered on July 06, 2011
A life insurance policy typically has one named beneficiary and often has a secondary beneficiary in case the first beneficiary does not survive...
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