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Q: What to do if CPS takes children based on unclear reasons in Nevada?
CPS took my children, citing 33 police calls to our home in the last three months. However, these calls were made by my sister, often for minor issues like missing items, and no arrests were made. The CPS warrant lists NRS statutes related to child neglect and abuse, but this doesn't match the... View More 
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Jennifer Setters
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answered on Jul 15, 2026
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answered on Jul 15, 2026
I'm sorry you're dealing with this — having your children removed is frightening, especially when the stated reasons don't line up with what you were told. A few general points that may help you think through next steps, though please treat this as general information rather than... View More
Q: Will I need to start over if I hire a new lawyer for my delayed workers' comp settlement in Georgia?
In March 2026, I reached a workers' compensation settlement agreement in Georgia, but I haven't received my settlement money yet. My current lawyer says the delay is due to needing documents from the insurance lawyer for me to sign, and this has been going on for nearly four months. If I... View More
Tristan Blain Morrison
answered on Jul 15, 2026
answered on Jul 15, 2026
You would not need to "Start over", but there is a good chance that your attorney is not to blame. Have him (or her) send you the emails that he is sending to the defense attorney, pushing them to get it done. This will show you how much effort your own lawyer is making. There are some... View More
Q: Who is the rightful owner of property after divorce if title remains in my name?
I granted my husband rights to our house and property as stated in our divorce decree, which was finalized six years ago in Texas. The decree did not specify a timeline for transferring the title, but mentioned that he could keep the house and that we should have no contact. However, he has never... View More
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 15, 2026
answered on Jul 15, 2026
Take your divorce decree to an attorney who practices in the area of family law in or near the county where your divorce proceedings occurred.
The decree should have required you to sign a special warranty deed conveying your interest in the house to your ex-husband. If the decree contains... View More
Q: Can Texas employer remove PTO for funeral absence?
I've been with my company in Texas for 10 years. Recently, I was absent for one day due to attending a family funeral, and my employer decided to take away my PTO for that day. Is this allowed? I want to know if there are any legal protections or guidelines in Texas regarding PTO policies,... View More
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 15, 2026
answered on Jul 15, 2026
It depends upon the employment agreement with the employer company and what restrictions it places on using PTO. In most business settings, PTO is usually earned based on time of service as an employee and is not limited to particular events. It may be limited to not being available on certain... View More
Q: Can an unseen passenger be charged for drugs found in a borrowed car in Texas?
A driver borrowed a friend's car and was arrested in Texas after drugs were found inside. He signed an affidavit claiming that a passenger, not present at the scene when police arrived, offered him drugs. The driver maintains he was unaware of the drugs. Can the unseen passenger be held... View More
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 15, 2026
answered on Jul 15, 2026
It's possible but unlikely. Unless the unseen passenger admits that the drugs belong to them and they left it in the car, police most likely will charge the driver and possibly the owner of the car.
The driver would likely be found guilty if the drugs were found inside the passenger... View More
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