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Q: Can I contest a delayed work comp hearing causing financial hardship?
I have a workers' compensation claim in Massachusetts, and my lawyer requested a hardship hearing that was originally scheduled for August 12. Today, I received a letter stating that the hearing was rescheduled to September 15 at the insurance company's request. My lawyer mentioned that... View More 
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Michael Levin
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
The difficulty with hardship requests is that they force the DIA to schedule your meeting far earlier than they would normally. That means the Judge assigned to your case has to squeeze it somewhere into their docket as best they can. If one of the parties has to reschedule, then you are stuck... View More
Q: What should I do after a hit-and-run accident in New Mexico?
I was hit by a car while crossing the street in New Mexico. I followed all the appropriate signals before crossing, but a white Jeep Rubicon hit me and then sped away. There were witnesses, and a police report has been filed. I was taken to the hospital by ambulance and underwent various medical... View More
Jeremy Worley
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
Even if the driver is never identified, you still potentially have a valid claim. In New Mexico, a hit-and-run driver is generally treated the same as an uninsured driver for insurance purposes. If you have uninsured motorist coverage (identified as UM/UIM on your dec page) on your auto policy (or... View More
Q: What are my legal options with an attorney demanding excessive fees in Texas?
I am dealing with an attorney in Texas who initially mentioned a 10% fee and is now demanding $12,357 for the IRS, claiming a bank levy and block are involved. He first asked for $5,000 to release funds to me. This attorney operates only online, with no office address or phone number, and I have... View More
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
It is unusual for a licensed attorney to be operating solely online, with no office address or phone number, and providing no invoice for legal services.
The first thing I recommend that you do is to file a complaint with the State Bar of Texas. You can contact the State Bar at... View More
Q: How do I fill my naturalization application with my parents' address while living in Boston?
I'm 26 years old and currently in the process of filling out my naturalization application. I was working in Rochester until May 8th, then resigned to pursue a master's degree, moving to Boston on June 1st, where I am now dependent on my parents. I want to file my application using my... View More
Arinda Rae Brooks
answered on Jul 20, 2026
answered on Jul 20, 2026
Good news — there's likely a specific exception that covers your situation, so you may not need to wait out the three months.
Under 8 CFR 316.5(b)(3), a student attending school in a different state or USCIS district than their parents' home may file for naturalization using the... View More
Q: How do I fill my naturalization application with my parents' address while living in Boston?
I'm 26 years old and currently in the process of filling out my naturalization application. I was working in Rochester until May 8th, then resigned to pursue a master's degree, moving to Boston on June 1st, where I am now dependent on my parents. I want to file my application using my... View More
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answered on Jul 24, 2026
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answered on Jul 24, 2026
You should not list your parents’ address as your physical residence if you are actually living in Boston. The N-400 must accurately disclose your current physical address and your complete address history.
However, there is a special rule for students. A student who attends school in a... View More
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