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Q: What split is a judge likely to decide in a Texas will construction lawsuit?
In a will, Tract 1 of vacant land is left to Child A and Child B as an undivided interest, to share and share alike. Tract 2, containing an old house, garage, and carport, goes to Child C and Child D in a similar undivided manner. All four children wish to sell both tracts but cannot agree on how... View More 
Sharita Blacknall
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answered on Jul 23, 2026
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Based on the wording provided, a judge would most likely find that Child A and Child B each own 50% of Tract 1, while Child C and Child D each own 50% of Tract 2. “Share and share alike” means an equal division between the people named for that particular tract.
It would not necessarily... View More
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Q: How to address a community manager who threw away my property in a 55+ community in FL?
I live in a 55+ community in Florida. After major neck surgery, my wife brought a high back chair to the clubhouse for me to use during activities. The manager threw the chair away and claimed she could do whatever she wants. She has also removed and discarded other residents’ decorations and is... View More
Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Jul 16, 2026
answered on Jul 16, 2026
Generally, there not likely anything you can do because the clubhouse is common area and owners do not have the right to leave anything in common areas. The only exception might be if you had asked for a reasonable accommodation based on medical necessity before the chair was put in the clubhouse.
Q: Can I sue a doctor for prescribing naltrexone while on Suboxone?
I believe I have a medical malpractice claim against a doctor who incorrectly prescribed medication. While in rehab for alcoholism in California, I was prescribed naltrexone even though I informed the doctor that I was on Suboxone. This prescription caused immediate precipitated opiate withdrawal.... View More
William John Light
answered on Jul 16, 2026
answered on Jul 16, 2026
The prescription of naltrexone as described is likely below the standard of care. However, that is a matter to be analyzed by an appropriate medical specialist. However, unless you have a very significant, long lasting injury, this is probably not a case. Malpractice cases are very expensive and... View More
Q: How can I obtain a copy of my father's birth certificate from Honduras?
I'm living in Florida and trying to get a copy of my father's birth certificate from Honduras. He was born in Honduras but is now a U.S. citizen, and doesn't have a Honduran ID. Although I have his original birth certificate, it's damaged. I would like to know the steps I should... View More
David Luther Woodward
answered on Jul 16, 2026
answered on Jul 16, 2026
This is not really an international law question--it is a matter of the "municipal law" of Honduras. As for strategy, I would inquire at the nearest Honduran consular office and the embassy. There may be a mechanism for them to assist you. If your father is still alive, he should make... View More
Q: Will an expunged petty theft charge affect a new charge in Oklahoma?
I was charged with petty theft from a retail store for $85 today in Oklahoma. I had a similar charge 17 years ago, which was expunged after I completed community service. Will my prior expunged charge affect the current charge? I haven't been to court or sought legal advice yet.
Tracy Tiernan
answered on Jul 16, 2026
answered on Jul 16, 2026
That’s a great question! Without knowing more specific details, it’s hard to give you an answer with any amount of confidence. hHwever, there are certain factors that sometimes cause a prior similar charge to play a role in what type of offer the government makes in a new misdemeanor case... View More
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