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Is retail arbitrage legal?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

You have answered your own question..."Amazon says that the site is only for personal use." While it might not be "illegal" you run the serious...

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Will the courts allow an agreement requested by both parents, that an "Forgiveness Order" is wished - clearing Arrears debt.

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

I agree with Mr. Hawkins. If you need more information your superior court law library will have excellent reference books on this issue.

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Allimony payments were set when I was currently working and now have to retire out on disability. Can my payments be changed?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

Probably not. Generally speaking, in Washington State, maintenance is modifiable after the final decree, UNLESS there is specific language in the...

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Can a bill collector call your employer

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

RCW 19.16.250(9)(b) and (c) state: (b) A licensee or employee in collecting or attempting to collect a claim may communicate the existence of a...

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Im divorced now but my ex has the children as they are 17/15/13 yrs im currently on sick leave at the moment and hes refusing to

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

You can take him to court, but if your PP states that you should use dispute resolution first, it may be a very short hearing at the courthouse....

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I can prove my husband has hidden property

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

I agree with the other two attorneys, you need to find an attorney that is able to work with you. Your case is too complicated. Some attorneys will...

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WA Dissolution: Status Conf. if Confirmation of issues has been filed jointly, is Status Conf. cancelled automatically?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

Each county is a little different. Generally speaking, the status conference will be stricken if the parties are able to resolve the issues...

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How will I get child support/alimony from my unemployed husband?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 26, 2012

Child support is based on an math equation. As parents' income change, so does the math. You should seek temporary child support at the outset of...

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If I fail to pay credit card, can bank take funds from my daughter's account I co-signed?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 15, 2012

I agree with my fellow attorney...read between the lines...why are you still on your daughters account? Get off it all ready! Seek legal counsel.

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I purchased an airlines voucher off of craigslist, the funds expired 5 years ago. I have the sellers info, what's my recourse?

Richard's answer | Answered on November 15, 2012

Generally speaking, the transfer of airline vouchers are not allowed. IF that is the case with this voucher, you have little recourse and need to...

Richard Paul Patrick's Answers (372)

Is retail arbitrage legal?

Will the courts allow an agreement requested by both parents, that an "Forgiveness Order" is wished - clearing Arrears debt.

Allimony payments were set when I was currently working and now have to retire out on disability. Can my payments be changed?

Can a bill collector call your employer

Im divorced now but my ex has the children as they are 17/15/13 yrs im currently on sick leave at the moment and hes refusing to

I can prove my husband has hidden property

WA Dissolution: Status Conf. if Confirmation of issues has been filed jointly, is Status Conf. cancelled automatically?

How will I get child support/alimony from my unemployed husband?

If I fail to pay credit card, can bank take funds from my daughter's account I co-signed?

I purchased an airlines voucher off of craigslist, the funds expired 5 years ago. I have the sellers info, what's my recourse?