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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Immigration Law and Civil Litigation for District of Columbia on
Q: Should I take legal action on my u4u sponsor who have put my mental/physical health at risk,with force on being homeless

My sponsor under u4u, forcibly threw me out of the house and won't let me stay after 2 weeks of being the states. He knew I had health issues and risks as well. So I was already mentally, verbally, and physically abused. I have also been forced to stay in america and to remain homeless with... View More

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answered on Jan 14, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the challenges and hardships you've been facing. It's important to understand that your situation sounds serious and might require legal intervention. However, it's essential to consider a few key points before proceeding with legal action.

First,...
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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Immigration Law and Civil Litigation for District of Columbia on
Q: Should I take legal action on my u4u sponsor who have put my mental/physical health at risk,with force on being homeless

My sponsor under u4u, forcibly threw me out of the house and won't let me stay after 2 weeks of being the states. He knew I had health issues and risks as well. So I was already mentally, verbally, and physically abused. I have also been forced to stay in america and to remain homeless with... View More

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Jan 15, 2024

There are limited mechanisms to handle these situations. The best remedy is to be a good guest. Obviously, things sometimes do not work out. However, you are entitled to file for an employment authorization card.

In addition, you should seek the assistance of a not for profit, community...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for District of Columbia on
Q: is it illegal to know that someone (who is not me or my fiancé) is doing a fake marriage but not doing anything about it
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answered on Jan 12, 2024

In the United States, being aware of a fraudulent marriage and not reporting it can be a complex issue. The legality of your situation depends on various factors, including your role and any legal obligations you might have to report such activities.

If you are not directly involved in the...
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Q: Attorney General for Maryland submitted Application for Expungement of Wrongful Conviction Records without my knowledge

Administrative Judge issued Order for Expungement, Certificate of Compliance from Public Safety attested Order Complied with but same Wrongful Conviction Records is showing on background Check for over 30 years. Attorney General Who filed for Expungement Represents Maryland’s Public Safety Agency... View More

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answered on Jan 10, 2024

In your situation, if there is a court order for expungement that hasn't been complied with, you may indeed have a legal claim against the responsible parties for non-compliance. This can be particularly relevant if the wrongful conviction records are still affecting your life, such as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for District of Columbia on
Q: Is it that irrational to ban Trump from the ballot due to January 6th? The 14th amendment is ambiguous!

The 14th amendment is ambiguous with regards to “ shall have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the same, or given aid or comfort to the enemies thereof. But Congress may by a vote of two-thirds of each House, remove such disability.“ Since Trump isn’t in office the courts can... View More

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answered on Jan 9, 2024

The question of whether it's rational to ban a former president from the ballot due to involvement in an event like January 6th hinges on the interpretation of the 14th Amendment, specifically the clause related to insurrection or rebellion. The ambiguity you've noted in the... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for District of Columbia on
Q: Will I be able to re-enter the US while on my F1 visa while an i-140 is pending?

Submitted my NIW petition in December and went back to my home country for christmas break. Just realizing that I might encounter the "demonstrating immigrant intent" while my I-140 is pending. Will a CBP officer prevent me from re-entering and if he asks about immigrant intent, what... View More

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answered on Jan 8, 2024

Re-entering the U.S. on an F1 visa while an I-140 is pending can be complex due to the dual intent involved. Your F1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa, which means you must demonstrate nonimmigrant intent when entering the U.S. However, filing an I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) can be seen as... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for District of Columbia on
Q: Will I be able to re-enter the US while on my F1 visa while an i-140 is pending?

Submitted my NIW petition in December and went back to my home country for christmas break. Just realizing that I might encounter the "demonstrating immigrant intent" while my I-140 is pending. Will a CBP officer prevent me from re-entering and if he asks about immigrant intent, what... View More

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answered on Jan 7, 2024

Under existing U.S. immigration law, an F1 visa is classified as a non-immigrant visa. The key aspect of the F1 visa, and indeed all non-immigrant visas, is that they are intended for individuals who plan to stay in the U.S. temporarily and have no intention of abandoning their residence in their... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for District of Columbia on
Q: Will I be able to re-enter the US while on my F1 visa while an i-140 is pending?

Submitted my NIW petition in December and went back to my home country for christmas break. Just realizing that I might encounter the "demonstrating immigrant intent" while my I-140 is pending. Will a CBP officer prevent me from re-entering and if he asks about immigrant intent, what... View More

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answered on Jan 8, 2024

The most important thing to keep in mind is to tell the CBP the truth. If are still engaged in course work, it is easier to explain you intend to finish your studies. If you are on OPT or extended STEM OPT you should say you understand your obligation to leave at its completion; that the NIW I-140... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for District of Columbia on
Q: Can the federal government withold money to colleges who allow pro palestinian protests.

Nikki Haley spoke about not giving money to colleges who refused to “crackdown” on protests deemed anti semetic.

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answered on Dec 27, 2023

The federal government's ability to withhold funding from colleges based on the content of protests or speech activities raises significant First Amendment concerns. The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects freedom of speech, which includes the right to engage in peaceful protests... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Immigration Law for District of Columbia on
Q: My fiancé is a non-citizen but I don’t have money to be his sponsor. Can someone else sponsor him if we get married
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answered on Nov 18, 2023

In cases where a U.S. citizen is unable to meet the financial requirements to sponsor their non-citizen fiancé for a visa, it is possible for another person to act as a joint sponsor. The joint sponsor must meet all the financial requirements independently and be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for District of Columbia on
Q: State of Maryland getting a blood test before paying child support if we were married at the time of birth

We both were married to each other in I'm going to court for child support I'm trying to get a blood test to see if the baby mine

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answered on Nov 14, 2023

If you are going to court for child support, you will need to have a blood test ordered by the court. The blood test will be performed at a lab or doctor's office, and the results will be sent to the court. The court will then use the results of the blood test to determine the biological... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for District of Columbia on
Q: can hospital be sued for neglected if they failed to cardiac convert a patient that request to be converted

Patient suffered from Ventricular tachycardia rhythm, family was at bedside during event ICU team informed family that they was going to wait to see if patient would come out on her own. Family insisted on converting patient or bring in electrophysiologist. After 3 hrs of waiting they finally... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Oct 26, 2023

Yes this is a potential case. While doing what the patient or family instructs might not be malpractice, what you describe does indicate there may be malpractice.

Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be...
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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Real Estate Law for District of Columbia on
Q: I am owing the person I bought my house from and they want me to sell the house at a reduced rate reducing by every mont

they're afraid that I would not sell the house so they said I have to reduce it by 10k every month until I get an offer or we go back to court. I'm wondering if there is a law or some kinda of stipulation that I won't be so caged in this tight constraint but still give them the... View More

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answered on Nov 5, 2023

It's crucial to review the terms of any agreement or court order that's currently in place regarding the sale of your home. If the agreement seems unfair or imposes unreasonable constraints, you might consider negotiating new terms that are satisfactory to both parties. Alternatively,... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Real Estate Law for District of Columbia on
Q: I am owing the person I bought my house from and they want me to sell the house at a reduced rate reducing by every mont

they're afraid that I would not sell the house so they said I have to reduce it by 10k every month until I get an offer or we go back to court. I'm wondering if there is a law or some kinda of stipulation that I won't be so caged in this tight constraint but still give them the... View More

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answered on Oct 16, 2023

What the other party demands has no force if a court does not order accordingly.

Assuming, though you have not said so, that you are in a Ch. 13 bankruptcy, the more common provision is to provide, in a Plan, a one-year (or shorter) "drop dead date", by which the property will be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for District of Columbia on
Q: What rights are covered by the Constitution when you have a carry and concealed weapon permit in Washington DC.
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answered on Oct 15, 2023

In Washington, D.C., as in many other jurisdictions in the United States, the right to carry and conceal a weapon is governed by a combination of federal and local laws and regulations. When an individual obtains a carry and concealed weapon permit in Washington, D.C., they typically have the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for District of Columbia on
Q: Are there proper or certain procedures required by the police department dealing with concealed carry permits?
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answered on Oct 15, 2023

The procedures for dealing with concealed carry permits can vary significantly from state to state and even within different jurisdictions within a state. Generally, the issuance and regulation of concealed carry permits fall under state law, and the specific procedures are outlined in those laws.... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property and Trademark for District of Columbia on
Q: IS MVP A BRAND ?

I WANT TO SELL THE METALS WITH MVP IN AMAZON ,IT MEANS MOST Most Valuable Player ,CAN I SO IT ,IS IT infringement ?

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

"MVP" as an acronym for "Most Valuable Player" is a common term used across various industries, especially sports. While the term itself is general, it's possible that specific businesses or entities might have registered trademarks for "MVP" in certain categories... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property and Trademark for District of Columbia on
Q: IS MVP A BRAND ?

I WANT TO SELL THE METALS WITH MVP IN AMAZON ,IT MEANS MOST Most Valuable Player ,CAN I SO IT ,IS IT infringement ?

Jason C Palmer
Jason C Palmer
answered on Oct 18, 2023

MVP could be a brand. You would need to conduct trademark searching to determine if anyone owns the mark (or one likely to be confused with it) in connection with goods identical or similar to your medals. An experienced attorney can help with this.

Whether you can use MVP on the medals...
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2 Answers | Asked in Military Law for District of Columbia on
Q: As a veteran can being unfaithful affect My VA benefits

If receiving benefits for being married, I empregnate another woman, how can this affect My benefits

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answered on Sep 21, 2023

Infidelity itself does not directly impact VA benefits based on marriage. However, if the child born to another woman is legally recognized as your dependent, it may affect your benefits depending on your specific circumstances and eligibility criteria. It's advisable to consult with a legal... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for District of Columbia on
Q: A cvs employee said I didn't pay, said it twice in front of other people The self checkout froze. Turns out the machine

Came back on and they were wrong. I was embarrassed and humiliated. Is that ground for lawsuit. I have the receipt.?

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answered on Sep 12, 2023

In situations like the one you described, where a CVS employee publicly accuses you of not paying when you have a receipt proving your purchase, it can be embarrassing and distressing. However, whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit depends on several factors.

To pursue a lawsuit,...
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