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Q: What can I do to protect my immigration status in NJ after green card interview complications?
I recently attended a green card interview in New Jersey, where my U.S. citizen spouse withdrew her support, leaving my green card status pending. She's been threatening to sabotage my immigration status and is saying she'll make sure I get deported. With my green card application still... View More 
Richard Diamond
answered on Jul 25, 2026
answered on Jul 25, 2026
The first step is to talk with an immigration law attorney to discuss your status and "honestly" discuss the reason why your green card spouse is withdrawing his / her support for your application. Simply saying that your green card spouse is threatening to sabotage your application... View More
Q: How do I prove entitlement to an insurance policy in Florida after a probate dispute?
My mom passed away, and there was an issue regarding insurance money that was meant for me. It seems that someone, who was a beneficiary of her bank account, may have claimed this insurance money. There was no will mentioning the insurance policy, and I haven't contacted the insurance company... View More
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Jul 25, 2026
answered on Jul 25, 2026
The issue you face here is that the probate court does not decide the beneficiary of the insurance policy unless there is no named beneficiary or the estate was made the beneficiary of the policy, if the beneficiary is unknown, then the policy could potentially be addressed via your powers as the... View More
Q: Should I refinance to add my wife's name to our home's deed and mortgage to secure her rights?
I bought a home in Florida over 3 years ago using my credit alone, as my score was better than my wife's. Consequently, the loan, deed, and title are solely in my name. The current lender and credit union say adding my wife's name requires refinancing with about $6,000 in closing costs... View More
Phillip William Gunthert
answered on Jul 25, 2026
answered on Jul 25, 2026
I would encourage you to speak with a Florida Estate Planning Attorney, a lot if not all the issues you are concerned about can be addressed via a properly drafted and set-up estate plan, this is particularly so if the property is your Homestead as there are substantial and precise protections that... View More
Q: Can I move my kids from NY to FL without a custody agreement?
I am legally divorced in New York, as of approximately 2 years ago, and I have full care of my 3 children. There is no formal custody agreement or parenting plan in place. I want to move to Florida with my family, but their mother is not yet aware of this plan. Can I legally move them without any... View More
Peter Christopher Lomtevas
answered on Jul 25, 2026
answered on Jul 25, 2026
This typical question about a relocation carries with it an atypical feature: there is a divorce but there is no order of custody and visitation with a child. Without seeing the divorce documentation, the best we can do is to take a wild guess as to how to answer this... View More
Q: How can I get my unpaid final paycheck after termination in CA?
I was terminated from my job in California on August 22, 2026, for missing one day of work. I typically receive my paycheck via direct deposit every two weeks on Tuesdays. As of now, I have not received my last paycheck. I have texted my employer requesting payment but have not received any... View More
Michael R Trust
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answered on Jul 24, 2026
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answered on Jul 24, 2026
Hello. If your employer terminated you, you were due all wages (including any accrued, but unused, vacation or PTO) at the time of your termination. You're entitled to waiting time penalties for up to and including 30 days until you're paid all that you're owed. They don't have... View More
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