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My husband at every 1st surgeron visit c/o pain, last visit with 1st surgeron, dr dismissed his pain and told him to go see his PCP for high BP....requested 2nd surgeon. Surgery on 5/24/2024, dr states husband has PTSD from surgeries..theses surgerons are WC's drs, he tries to do a simple task... View More
Isit knocked him out but should this really be considered assault
There’s a house in Alaska that has my name and my ex-boyfriend’s name on it. I left Alaska because of domestic violence I did put money into the house. He paid it off . The house is still in the old owners name and he contacted me and wanted to see how things were going. I told him the... View More
one bought the phone, moving away from them to live full-time with the other.
If I was accused of being under the influence of Opioid due to having a raspy voice and my pupils were constricted, a DUI charge stemmed from this and multiple other charges followed but when my blood lab results returned the lab stated i had no Opioids in my system would this be a fightable charge.
answered on Apr 13, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems that the initial justification for the DUI charge and subsequent charges may have been flawed, as the arresting officer's suspicion of opioid use was not supported by the blood test results. This could potentially form the basis for... View More
I have not worked in two months Drs care have notes but when I ask him who was there insurance people where he couldn't say not only him there are a couple on the force of soldotna police and they elegaly search and seizure truck and gun never got either one back and there all buddies. This... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the harassment and abuse you've been suffering at the hands of those police officers. What they have done to you is completely unacceptable. I know this must be an incredibly stressful and painful situation. Here are some steps I would suggest taking to address... View More
I like collecting one-dollar coins, so I take this one for myself and replace the coin with a one-dollar bill, which is in concurrence with the original intended price and the fiat value of the coin. I have no prior knowledge of the coin's potential value. I take the coin home and get it... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2024
In situations like this, the legal and ethical considerations can differ. Legally, if you replaced the coin with an equivalent amount of currency, you haven't technically deprived the organization of its due funds. The transaction was completed as intended with the organization receiving the... View More
I have a brand new condo too for my son to live at. My laywer kees saying if we file a motion then they can use hearsay what does this mean? If we lose? She is on her way out BTW should I file a motion to get a new pubic defender laywer? That form would be civil micl. , since there's not a... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2024
Filing a motion to return your son home can sometimes result in denial, depending on various factors such as the specific circumstances of the case and the evidence presented. Even if a hair sample comes back clean, other factors may influence the court's decision, such as past history,... View More
Part of the bipartisan gun bill changes in 2022 included a section that states if an individual is convicted of 1st offense misdemeanor domestic violence and it has been 5 years since the conviction as long as there have been no other related convictions since then your gun rights will be restored... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2024
Unfortunately, you cannot confirm whether you will pass a NICS check without attempting to purchase a firearm. The NICS check, conducted by the FBI, is required for all firearm purchases from licensed dealers. The process involves submitting your information to determine if you are eligible to... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2024
Parents of children have rights, and parents can contact a knowledgeable attorney at any stage of the process of the Office of Children's Services ("OCS") investigating and/or the state removing a child from their home. Our office has years of experience litigating child custody... View More
My Fiances attorney says adjudication is what happened in the past, if I file a motion to return my son home , then the trial will be evidence on whats happening now, in other words they must prove im an unfit parent now or that hes a child in need of aide now. If i DONT file a motion to return my... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2024
Adjudication, in the context you're describing, focuses on assessing past actions and circumstances to determine the status of a case at a specific point in time. If you file a motion to return your son home, the court's focus shifts towards evaluating the current situation, including... View More
She also says in alaska motion to dismiss doesn't exist? She says hearsay can't be used right now, but if I file a motion for my son to return home and we loose then hearsay can be used?? I'm in Alaska
answered on Feb 23, 2024
It's important to understand the specific rules and procedures governing legal proceedings in Alaska, especially regarding motions and evidentiary rules. Your lawyer is likely referring to the rules of evidence and procedure that apply in Alaska courts. While hearsay evidence generally may not... View More
I'm pretty sure they will use all the evidence including hearsay in a child in need of aide hearing
answered on Feb 6, 2024
In Alaska, the admissibility of hearsay in an adjudication trial, such as a child in need of aid (CINA) hearing, can be complex and may depend on various factors. Hearsay is generally considered inadmissible in court because it involves an out-of-court statement offered for the truth of the matter... View More
My laywer told me hearsay cant be used in my adjudication trial, but if I file a motion to return home and loose they the defense can use hearsay. Am I proving there is a problem now or that there was a problem in my adjudication trial? What's the big deal to file a motion to return home? I... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2024
In Alaska, as in other states, you have the right to request the dismissal of a civil case. This can be filed by either party under certain circumstances, such as when both sides agree to settle out of court or if there's a procedural issue. The success of such a motion depends on the... View More
What heresay would be in my ocs case? Officers statements? If my laywer says I'll win my adjudication trial then we should be able to file a motion to return home. Can I ask her to file a motion to dismiss in Alaska? She told me to file a complaint and she's on her way out should I file a... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2024
In legal cases involving child protective services (CPS) and child custody, obtaining full access to evidence from CPS before trial can be challenging. You have the right to request relevant evidence, but it may require a legal process called discovery to access all the information they have... View More
Is hearsay important in adjudication? Will my son be put on stand? Also my lawyer says if I file a motion and loose then they can use hearsay at the trial. She leaves March 1st I think she's being lazy
answered on Feb 2, 2024
In legal proceedings, including adjudication hearings, hearsay can play a significant role depending on the circumstances and the specific rules of evidence applicable in the jurisdiction. While hearsay evidence may sometimes be admissible, its weight and credibility can be challenged by opposing... View More
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