Questions answered by Okorie Okorocha

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Who has the right to receive patient information from the hospital?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

The hospital probably has an information release procedure where he can sign a form so you can receive information. My standard disclaimer: I...

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If terminated from place of employment, may the employer release reasons why to a probation offier?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

My guess is they probably can, but if I were an employer, I would not want a lawsuit or potential lawsuit so I would not do that. My standard...

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Can an employer demote you after they discover you are not qualified for your position?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

Unfortunately, it would seem to me that the employer can do that. Which is unfortunate given the economy. My standard disclaimer: I am not...

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Have I made matters worse but not turning myself in?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

No one knows what a particular judge would do on a given day, but of course it looks better the sooner you turn yourself in. But do not do...

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In a civil judgement can your home (s) be taken? Can they freeze bank accounts?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

I am not sure if your home can be taken in Florida. I would speak to a bankruptcy attorney. But money can be taken out of your bank...

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If I were17 when I had a sexual relationship with an adult and am not18 can my parents press charges now that they have evidence

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

I am not sure it is illegal. I think it may depend on how much older the other party was. Also, how long ago did this happen. My standard...

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Do I have to pay my attorney if the court has ordered my spouse to pay for my legal fees in our divorce case?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

Usually, if you can collect from the husband you get a reimbursement. Unless the attorney agreed to only get paid if you collected from the...

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If an employee claims harrassment from another employee can the company read emails sent between the two outside the work place

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

I do not believe it is illegal if it was given to them when conducting a sexual harassment investigation. My standard disclaimer: I am not...

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I recently was visiting a Nursing Home facility when I slipped and fell on a wet floor. No signs posted...what do I do next?

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

No, get to a personal injury lawyer ASAP. My standard disclaimer: I am not offering legal advice, assume I do not know the law in your state...

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Can you have a uncontested divorce or legal seperation.

Okorie's answer | Answered on March 16, 2009

I concur with Ms. Gould-Saltman. The summary dissolution procedure is a lot easier. If you are not using an attorney, make sure someone files for...

Okorie Okorocha's Answers (2744)

Who has the right to receive patient information from the hospital?

If terminated from place of employment, may the employer release reasons why to a probation offier?

Can an employer demote you after they discover you are not qualified for your position?

Have I made matters worse but not turning myself in?

In a civil judgement can your home (s) be taken? Can they freeze bank accounts?

If I were17 when I had a sexual relationship with an adult and am not18 can my parents press charges now that they have evidence

Do I have to pay my attorney if the court has ordered my spouse to pay for my legal fees in our divorce case?

If an employee claims harrassment from another employee can the company read emails sent between the two outside the work place

I recently was visiting a Nursing Home facility when I slipped and fell on a wet floor. No signs posted...what do I do next?

Can you have a uncontested divorce or legal seperation.