Questions answered by John M. Kaman

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Can a grandparent in a will have the child put with someone other than parents if they die?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2009

No. I do not know how you got temporaryu custody over your grandchildren (and that might change my answer) but you have no power to control what...

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Can my employer terminate me because I need time off for a much needed surgery?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2009

In the US employment is "at will" which means you work at the whim of your employer (absent a union or specially negotiated executive contract). ...

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If a person pretends to be an employee of a company to get information from another company- is that legal

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2009

No it's not legal; it's a federal offense called "pretexting."

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Sub contractor I paid in full did not pay for material. Material retailer has placed a lien on property. Am I responsible?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2009

Yes you are but you have a claim for indemnity back against the general.

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If I had money stolen from me and I agreed to pay it back, how come the cops want to speak to me?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2009

Probably embezzlement and/or grand theft. Contact a WI attorney to get a more precise answer.

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My boyfriend was charged with 4th dwi, We were both out of car, i was driving. can i get charged if i fess up?

John's answer | Answered on March 03, 2009

You will if they believe you. Before you admit to any misconduct you should talk to a DWI lawyer in NM. One charge is serious enough but if your...

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Are we held liable for paying these bills?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2009

You have absolute liability to anyone your dog bites. The victim does not have to wait on you insurance; after all he may get more in court. ...

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Does my ex girlfriend have a small claims case if she cashed a check with the memo paid in full?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2009

Marking "paid in full" on a check has no validity whatsoever. If there had been a dispute and the check represented a compromise both of you had...

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I got my first speeding ticket in five years. I decided to fight it and the court date is Friday. What is my best option?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2009

Ask for traffic school if you qualify for it. It will still cost money but it will also keep the points off your record. Disclaimer: this site...

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My friend gave POA to exwife while encarcerated. She sold all of his belongings against his wishes is there anything he can do?

John's answer | Answered on March 02, 2009

There's probably nothing left to take back from her but she violated her fiduciary duties and the instructions he gave her on the POA. You can sue...

John M. Kaman's Answers (17636)

Can a grandparent in a will have the child put with someone other than parents if they die?

Can my employer terminate me because I need time off for a much needed surgery?

If a person pretends to be an employee of a company to get information from another company- is that legal

Sub contractor I paid in full did not pay for material. Material retailer has placed a lien on property. Am I responsible?

If I had money stolen from me and I agreed to pay it back, how come the cops want to speak to me?

My boyfriend was charged with 4th dwi, We were both out of car, i was driving. can i get charged if i fess up?

Are we held liable for paying these bills?

Does my ex girlfriend have a small claims case if she cashed a check with the memo paid in full?

I got my first speeding ticket in five years. I decided to fight it and the court date is Friday. What is my best option?

My friend gave POA to exwife while encarcerated. She sold all of his belongings against his wishes is there anything he can do?