approved year 2020, according to SSA they will begin to pay my benefits if my alien status changes or if i leave the US. i need a legal advice on these. thank you
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
For your situation, it is crucial that you consult with a qualified immigration attorney who can assess the specifics of your case and provide personalized recommendations.
That said, here is some general information that may be helpful:
1. Overstaying your H1B visa can have serious... View More 
I initially came to the U.S. on a J1 visa, which included a two-year home residency requirement. After spending a year in the U.S. as a researcher, I got an offer to do a PhD, returned to my home country, and then re-entered the U.S. on an F1 visa to start a PhD. My F1 visa was issued for two... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
Your engagement to a U.S. citizen may raise some questions during your F1 visa renewal process, but it should not automatically disqualify you from obtaining a renewed visa. However, you will need to demonstrate your intent to return to your home country after completing your studies.
Here... View More
I had been unlawfully arrested in Saint Claire, County, Illinois, United States. During this process they kept my laptop, and most of my belongings that was in my friends truck. Since that arrest my case was dismissed. Now why cannot not have my things back?
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your experience with an unlawful arrest and the difficulties you're facing in retrieving your belongings. There could be a few reasons why you haven't been able to get your things back, even though your case was dismissed:
1. Property being held as... View More
The individual implicated in this murder-suicide case was a US Army veteran. The police chief stated that, had he been alive, he would have been charged with first-degree murder. Due to the police recommendation, the VA denied him burial in a national cemetery. However, I am of the opinion that the... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
I can provide some general information, but please note that assessing the feasibility of a lawsuit would require a detailed analysis of the specific facts and evidence in the case by an experienced attorney. Here are a few key considerations:
The standard of proof in a criminal case is... View More
Me and my parents are separating ourselves, permanently. They were supporting me, and we're going through process of cutting our financial ties. Once that was mostly finished the family lawyer I was talking to dropped an order of protection on me. I sent them a bunch of angry messages, while... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
MAYBE. It depends how long ago this happened, were you served with the papers before or during hospital, will your Dr state that you were in such a mental state from mental illness or meds as to not be responsible for not showing up, etc.
Get all your papers together and go see a good... View More
Ticket is for expired plate sticker (11 months). Officer wrote court date and time but did not mark the boxes..whether it is required or not. Am I supposed to show up on that date, even if I send a payment for the ticket?
answered on Apr 10, 2024
You should not have to appear in court if the box for "court appearance required" is not checked (even if there is a court date listed on the ticket). You can contact the Clerk of the Circuit Court to confirm. Regardless, it is likely that the ticket will be dismissed if you appear in... View More
Am aware I did the max sales, others got bonus but not me. None did achieve the exact sales target but only I was not paid. Please help me if am eligible & can claim?
answered on Apr 10, 2024
Sorry to hear about your recent job loss. Whether you are entitled to your bonus depends on (1) the company's bonus policy and (2) the terms and conditions of your severance package.
Most separation packages address whether you are entitled to the bonus by either (1) explicitly... View More
I was unemployed, an university student, and still claimed as a dependent at that time. I only filed a 1040-EZ that year. Should I fight this?
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answered on Apr 9, 2024
It's important to understand why the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) claims you owe state taxes for 2017. Here are some steps you can take:
1. Review the notice: Carefully read the notice from the IDOR to understand the reason for the claimed tax liability.
2. Gather... View More
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IMPROPER TURN SIGNAL. I did not commit either one of the driving violations. And when I called the Franklin County Court Office she said they were dismissed. Now I am being harrassed daily by a collection agency why? I was never given a citation for this... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. You will need to get a copy of the case docket to confirm what happened to the tickets.
You may be able to find the County's online court records here: https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/courts-directory/89/Franklin-County-Courthouse/court/... View More
If you are at work and hurt your back and notify you manager immediately and they give you some aspirin and muscle rub send send you home with time off without pay instead of workers compensation then you are unable to work a d they se d you to a doctor a d the doctor send them a written notice... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2024
The person who was injured is foolishly trying to handle this matter without hiring an attorney. The injured worker doesn't even realize that reporting his work injury to his employer does NOT give him any rights. To be clear, you must report the injury to your employer within 45 days but... View More
Begining in 2017 police in Michigan City and LaPorte county prosecutors allowed me to be falsely charged and arrested. This case garnered attention due to an animal being involved. Police omitted evidence which would have led the finder of fact to arrive at a different conclusion. This represents a... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your experiences being wrongfully arrested and charged multiple times. It sounds like an incredibly traumatic and unjust situation. Being falsely accused and having evidence manipulated or omitted by law enforcement is a serious violation of your rights.
I... View More
I wrote the music and helped them write words. They pressed up copies and won't well them to me at cost. I never gave permission to use any of the music I made and wrote. When I asked to buy copies st cost, they said no. That I would have to buy them. The concerts we all played made the money... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2024
In situations where multiple individuals collaborate on creating music, it's crucial to establish clear agreements regarding ownership, distribution, and compensation. If you've contributed to the creation of music and lyrics but haven't given permission for their use, you may have... View More
I wrote the music and helped them write words. They pressed up copies and won't well them to me at cost. I never gave permission to use any of the music I made and wrote. When I asked to buy copies st cost, they said no. That I would have to buy them. The concerts we all played made the money... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2024
From what you've described, it does seem reasonable that you should be able to obtain copies of the CDs containing music you wrote and helped create, either for free or at cost. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Copyright: If you wrote the music, you likely own the copyright to... View More
What do I put on i864w part 2? There's 2 awnsers that say i360 but 1 says for widower,amerasion or special immigrant and the second awnser says battered spouse or child.
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
Form I-864W, Request for Exemption for Intending Immigrant's Affidavit of Support, is used in certain cases where the intending immigrant is not required to submit Form I-864, Affidavit of Support.
In Part 2 of Form I-864W, you need to select the reason for your exemption from the... View More
I called my trustee and he put a notice to dismiss case with a new court date. I now just found out I AM NOT on the title to house and want a discharge instead of a dismissal. What do I need to do? My trustee is not willing to help me.
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
In this situation, you should take the following steps to try to resolve the issue and obtain a discharge:
1. Contact your bankruptcy attorney: If you have an attorney representing you in your Chapter 7 case, inform them about the situation and your desire to proceed with the discharge... View More
The assistant manager named Cerica who worked the same position as me, one day got mad because I removed a sticky note she wrote so she tracked me down in the hotel, got in my face threatening to beat me up and throw me over the balcony on the 2nd floor, she proceeded to call me racial slurs,... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. DO NOT DELAY. Your legal rights have strict deadlines. If you wish to sue the company for something like racial discrimination in Illinois, your deadlines can be as short as within 300 days of the alleged discrimination if your allegations require a... View More
I have a loan contract that the loaner passed away a few months ago. The person handling the estate just informed me that they are having issues cashing my checks that are made out to the deceased name. Now they want me to write the checks in their name going forward. They did not open a bank... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2024
It is very perilous for you to do what they are asking! What if they are lying about who the proper heir(s) is/are? You could give them a lot of money and then when the proper heirs come along you have to pay the real heirs all over again. Don't do it!
Keep making the checks payable... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2024
Whether you need to file a federal income tax return depends on your total income, filing status, and age. For the 2023 tax year (filed in 2024), if your only income was from Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and it was less than $25,000 (for single filers) or $32,000 (for married filing... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
No, the police do not necessarily have to conduct a field test of a suspicious baggie or substance at the scene. Here are a few key points about how police typically handle potential drug evidence:
1. Officer discretion: The investigating officer has discretion on whether to conduct a field... View More
My rental property needs about $20k worth of work to get it sales ready. I want to do everything possible to not displace the family who are renting, so I intend to offer them $20k at closing for them to use toward a down payment. Is this transaction legal in the state of Illinois?
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
It is generally legal in Illinois for a landlord to offer a tenant financial assistance toward the purchase of the home they are currently renting. This type of transaction is sometimes referred to as a "lease-to-own" or "rent-to-own" agreement.
However, there are a few... View More
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