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0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Kansas on
Q: Can a daycare terminate a care without warning and keep your money?

I'm a single dad of two young toddlers. I enrolled my kids into a small daycare and paid them a month upfront. They backed out of taking my kids last minute several times (one such time was 30 minutes before I had to clock in). I told them I don't want to have my kids in there anymore and... View More

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Q: Can a city government stop doing business with a newspaper because it does not like a story about it?

The mayor of my town has recently announced that the city will no longer do business with the local paper because he did not like an article about a city council meeting.

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Kansas on
Q: Can the owner of a mobile home park sell a home I own? I am current on rent.

I owe one months water, which was refused when payment was attempted

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

No, the owner of a mobile home park cannot sell a home that you own, even if you owe rent or water payments. As long as you have proper ownership documentation for the mobile home itself, the park owner has no legal right to sell your property.

However, if you are behind on rent or water...
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1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Kansas on
Q: Was approved for disability in 2021. My award letter states my disability began in 2015. Am I due benefits back to 2015?

The eod states 2015. Should I appeal claiming benefits back to 2015?

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

It's important to understand that Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are typically paid starting from the sixth full month after the date the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines your disability began. This is known as the "five-month waiting period."... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Kansas on
Q: Are CPN's or RIN'S legal to use to lease property? I'm having trouble renting with a past eviction. I'm also disabled.

Am I required to provide my ss# to rent a property ? Privacy is also a concern.

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

I understand you're in a challenging situation, but I want to advise against using a CPN (Credit Privacy Number) or RIN (Rental Identification Number). Here's some important information:

- CPNs and RINs are not legally recognized alternatives to Social Security Numbers (SSNs)....
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0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law and Probate for Kansas on
Q: How do I get an advancement on my share ofinheritance from My adoptive dad. I think he has a will.

1 My parents divorced. Everything had to be turned into Cash. My younger sister kept my dad alienated from me. She convinced him to buy her a new home. he paid $405,000 cash for her a new home. That money came from the division of cash assets from marriage. They also had to sell real estate... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy and Business Law for Kansas on
Q: Is it okay for me to treat as a Sole/IC after I closed my business and filing bankruptcy from business?

I closed my chiropractic business (LLC filing as S-Corp) and I was the owner and chiropractor (w-2 employee) due to financial issues, I still owed 8 months in a lease and many other bills causing me to seek out filing bankruptcy, which I have an attorney but is out this week and some things just... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Based on the information you provided, it seems like you are in a difficult financial situation and are trying to find a way to continue practicing as a chiropractor to support yourself. However, there are several legal and ethical considerations to keep in mind:

1. Bankruptcy proceedings:...
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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Kansas on
Q: Does paying for a child's health insurance end at age 18 if the opposite spouse pays for this?

Ex husband pays direct expenses for children which includes paying for children's health insurance. He says that he is not going to pay after this July. My son will be out of high school at the end of May.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Kansas on
Q: Can my ex wife get a court order to block my nanny from watching the kids because she doesn't like MY nanny?

The nanny once drove the car without the kids wearing seat belts. Now my ex wife doesn't believe my nanny should be allowed to drive them anywhere.

Can she file a motion in the family law courts for this?

I don't think it's all a big deal. I talked to the nanny and... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kansas on
Q: Hey I just got my first charge for have meth on me and pipe I told them it wasn’t mine and it was the girl I had with me

And she was a known meth user I got outta the game 6?years ago and with in just a few months using again I get catch and went to jail

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Kansas on
Q: GF in Cotton Springs to detox. she reported she was suicidal and later hung herself. Now on a ventilator

As she reported that she was suicidal and they put her in her room where she hung herself and Im being told by OP Regional they estimate a loss of 10+ minutes (supposedly checked every 15) and now she may have brain damage as she is clenching and non responsive

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Kansas on
Q: How does a felony conviction in another state effect me in kansas

If I have a felony assault with great bodily injury conviction in california from 14 years ago can I own a gun after 8 years in kansas no weapon was used in my original charges it's was simple assault with great bodily injury I was 18 and it's my first and only criminal conviction of any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, International Law and Immigration Law for Kansas on
Q: Hi, as as international student are we allowed to do self employments? Like digital marketing, monetizing social media??
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answered on Apr 2, 2024

As an international student in the United States on an F-1 visa, there are restrictions on the types of work you can do. In general, you are not allowed to engage in off-campus self-employment like digital marketing or monetizing social media. However, there are a few exceptions:

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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Kansas on
Q: Am I considered a tenant or a guest?

I've stayed at an Extended Stay Hotel for over a year. My state ID has the address of the hotel as my permanent residence and I receive mail here. I recently lost my job and cannot make a payment. Will I be kicked I out immediately or am I given tenant rights?

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

The distinction between being a tenant and a guest in a hotel setting depends on various factors, including state laws and the specific circumstances of your stay. Typically, hotel guests do not enjoy the same rights as tenants in traditional rental agreements. However, staying at a hotel for an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Kansas on
Q: My landlord is trying to get over 3000 dollars out of me for damages and extra rent after he illegally evicted me.

He never did an inspection on the house before he became the landlord. I will say there is one thing in the hosue that I did damage but the landlord refused to let me fix it because he wants it professionally done. Throught the process he has been harrasing me for extra things.

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

In your situation, it's important to know your rights as a tenant. If your landlord evicted you illegally and is now charging for damages and additional rent, you should first gather all relevant communication and documentation related to your tenancy and the eviction. This includes any lease... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Gov & Administrative Law for Kansas on
Q: Has the KS SB440 has been approved? Prevention of driver's license being suspended due to unpaid traffic tickets

My license was suspended last year due to an unpaid parking ticket and a few days later I got pulled over and received a driving on suspended

I need to know more about what I can do

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Kansas on
Q: My boyfriend of 20 years bought our daughter a car for her birthday he is now threatening to take it away.options?

He is on the title only. Her tags say her name. It was a gift

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Kansas on
Q: where do I find lawyer for default of judgement ,an excessive force was used .
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answered on Mar 26, 2024

Finding a lawyer to address a default judgment, especially one involving excessive force, requires careful consideration. You can start by consulting local bar associations, which often have referral services to connect individuals with attorneys experienced in civil rights or personal injury law.... View More

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