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I am drafting a contract they states everything but she still owes on the home, am I getting into something I shouldn't or is this something that can be done? we would eventually finance ourselves but credit is a issue right now, so making payments to a direct owner would be easier but sounds... View More 
answered on Feb 13, 2025
For this purchase, I would consult with an attorney and have the attorney draft the purchase agreement and the promissory note. Mobile homes can be tricky transactions. Many times the determination as to whether the purchase is one of real estate or personal property is how the mobile home is... View More
I am not suspected of commiting a crime nor charged with a crime. I am victim of domestic violence. I have a reasonable expectation of privacy .
answered on Feb 13, 2025
Not out of the blue.
If you are a litigant in a case, or have been subpoenaed for discovery in a case, a judge can advise you that you could be held in contempt for violating a subpoena or court order and that the penalty for contempt includes jail time.
As an example, you mention... View More
I notice my boss immediately changing her attitude after a private conversation I had with a coworker in which we both were venting about our mutual boss. The coworker has also had to deal with a shift in attitude from the boss, so I do not suspect it is her talking to the boss. I have noticed an... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2025
If you suspect your employer has been recording your conversations with a fellow employee without consent, you should attempt to ascertain if your suspicion is correct. While it is not "employment discrimination," it may nevertheless be illegal. It may even be a crime.
It is... View More
They said it’s because he was underinsured. What makes him underinsured? The claim is not for underinsured claim. I had to let my lawyer go because she was not fighting for my best interest and pressured me to sign when I didn’t feel comfortable about it and now I have a settlement from my... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2025
If your parents are deceased, and you are making a claim for their insurance, it’s an underinsured motorist claim. Ask the insurance adjuster with whom you are dealing so you can confirm. You shouldn’t be doing this by yourself. First, you are acting as an attorney for your sister. That’s... View More
Hello,
I have a family member who is being charged in the State of Michigan with 3 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct (3rd degree). We are approximately 2 weeks away from jury trial, and his current attorneys are completely unprepared and do not have a strategy to defend him. We would like... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2025
A lot of these "what ifs" can be answered only by local attorneys familiar with this judge. Your family member can certainly hire another attorney. However, the judge can deny an adjournment. The judge could also refuse to allow the current attorney to withdraw.
With just two... View More
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