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Q: How to handle a lawyer's lack of communication in a personal injury case?
I was injured when a ceiling fell on my head at a Friday's restaurant in New York. I hired a lawyer and followed all necessary procedures for my case. However, over the past two years, my lawyer has failed to keep me updated, despite my numerous attempts to contact them. Recently, when they... View More 
Ian M Chaikin
answered on Sep 15, 2026
answered on Sep 15, 2026
Given that you've had two years with little communication, it might be a good idea to seek a second opinion from another New York personal injury attorney.
Lawyers can't always keep giving you updates, as a personal injury case can often drag on, but your attorney should at least... View More
Q: Do I need to update legal procedures for a new newspaper logo in Virginia?
I am planning to change the logo of my newspaper, which is currently trademarked, to a new design including a color change. I'm located in Virginia. Do I need to update anything legally, or follow specific procedures to ensure the new logo is protected?
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
answered on Sep 14, 2026
answered on Sep 14, 2026
If only the color is being changed (not the design) and the registration does not claim usage of the colors, then you don't have to do anything. But if the design of the mark has changed, you need to file an application to register the new design and color scheme. The application can refer to... View More
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Q: What steps can I take to protect against false elder abuse accusations in CA?
I recently returned home to California after living in Seattle for 14.5 years. During that time, I regularly visited my father, usually once a year, either dining out or at his home. Since relocating back to the same city as my father, I've been met with false allegations of elder abuse,... View More
Sami Nouri
answered on Sep 14, 2026
answered on Sep 14, 2026
Treat the restraining-order proceeding as the immediate priority. Calendar every hearing and response deadline, obey the temporary order exactly, and organize objective evidence: travel and residence records, communications showing the history of contact, financial records showing no access to the... View More
Q: How to remove deceased spouse's name from Texas property deed without a will?
I am located in Texas and need assistance with removing my deceased spouse's name from the deed of our property. Unfortunately, I have lost the will that he signed. I am currently at a standstill and unsure how to proceed without the will. What legal steps can I take to have his name removed... View More
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 14, 2026
answered on Sep 14, 2026
While you can't remove a person's name from a deed, you can have your deceased spouse's heirs sign a deed conveying their interest in the property to you. Who will need to sign that deed depends on whether the property is community property or separate property, and who your deceased... View More
Q: Can I change my name in NY due to negative news articles after a violation?
I have a disorderly conduct violation in New York and want to change my name to distance myself from negative news articles online. I haven't tried any other methods to address these articles and am not aware of any legal requirements or restrictions for name changes in New York. Can I legally... View More
Scott Kennedy
answered on Sep 14, 2026
answered on Sep 14, 2026
Residents of New York may go to court to seek to change their legal name. I've helped many clients do it, using New York's Civil Rights Law.
It's unfortunate that you've been dealing with news articles related to a past from which you want to distance yourself. That... View More
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