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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Can an international student who is taking a summer break in their country work for a company in their country?

How does that apply when it comes to working for a US Company that does Business both in the US and Brazil? What about a company that does business just in Brazil? Both positions are unpaid

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

The ability of an international student to work in their home country during summer break depends on several factors, including the student's visa status, the laws of their home country, and the policies of the company they wish to work for.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Florida on
Q: My wife was accused of discrimination at work at Starbucks

Way they went at it I feel they violated her rights

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

I understand that this is a difficult and concerning situation for you and your wife. Discrimination accusations are serious matters that can have significant consequences for all parties involved. It's important to approach the situation calmly and gather as much information as possible. Here... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Florida on
Q: Can a Non-Profit organization have the President's Sister and Nephew sit on the board of directors and achieve Quorum?

I would like to know if a non-profit organization is compliant with IRS requirements for a 501(c)(3), if the board of directors is comprised of the

President, their sister, and their nephew in order to achieve quorum and be in compliance with 501(c)(3) regulations. Assume a scenario where... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

Having a non-profit organization's board of directors comprised of the President, their sister, and their nephew raises concerns about private inurement and conflict of interest, which could jeopardize the organization's 501(c)(3) status.

Scenario 1: No compensation for board...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for Florida on
Q: I sustained an injury at my previous job five years ago, and workers' compensation covered the foot surgery. I was out

I sustained an injury at my previous job five years ago, and workers' compensation covered the foot surgery. I was out of work for 10 months, but now, six months after separating from the company, I have a significant lump where the surgery was performed, and the pain has returned. Since I no... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

The answer depends on a lot of factors. There are too many to list here. There is a 2-year statute of limitations to file a workers' compensation claim. Therefore, it is important to determine if your claim is still viable after 5 years. You need to determine if your case is still open or... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: I'm expected to comply to all conditions of my PTI contract or I will be violated and they will prosecute . But they

I decided to accept the states offer of a PTI basically for financial reasons after discussing my case with a attorney. I was informed that I would get early release if I completed everything and all fines, court cost,etc were paid by 90 day review or at 180 day review. I completed everything in 90... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

It sounds like you're in a very frustrating and unfair situation. Pretrial Intervention (PTI) programs are meant to provide an alternative to traditional prosecution, allowing defendants to complete certain requirements in exchange for dismissal of charges. However, it seems the terms of your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: I'm expected to comply to all conditions of my PTI contract or I will be violated and they will prosecute . But they

I decided to accept the states offer of a PTI basically for financial reasons after discussing my case with a attorney. I was informed that I would get early release if I completed everything and all fines, court cost,etc were paid by 90 day review or at 180 day review. I completed everything in 90... View More

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Leonard Louis Cagan
answered on Apr 15, 2024

PTI is a good program that allows a defendant to earn a dismissal of a case by completing the agreed upon conditions. As mentioned by the previous attorney, it is a contract between the State and yourself. The terms of the contract dictate what happens. I trust you read the contract carefully and... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Real Estate Law and Municipal Law for Florida on
Q: if a defendant did not answer a specific interrogatory - who do I make them answer.
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answered on Apr 15, 2024

In Florida, you must first reach out to the defendant and try to resolve the matter; that is get him/her to agree to supply a better answer. If that does not work, then you need to do a motion to compel better answer(s) and send that along with a notice of hearing set before your judge. I suggest... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law for Florida on
Q: Can the police drill holes from the Apt nextdoor and put cameras to monitor inside my apt
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answered on Apr 15, 2024

No, the police cannot legally drill holes and install cameras to monitor the inside of your apartment without proper authorization. Here are a few key points regarding this:

1. Fourth Amendment protection: In the United States, the Fourth Amendment protects citizens against unreasonable...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Under ‘Hearsay’, can the State use the testimony/transcripts of a deceased person in a retrial?

And if so, why and what are the requirements necessary for the State to be able to use the testimony/transcripts of a deceased person in a retrial?

*This question is in regards to a criminal case that was vacated, and a retrial was ordered due to fundamental error in jury instructions.

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answered on Apr 14, 2024

Yes. Florida Statute 90.804 (2) (a) provides that testimony "given as a witness at another hearing of the same or a different proceeding, [is admissible] ... if the party against whom the testimony is now offered, ... had an opportunity and similar motive to develop the testimony by direct,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Florida on
Q: Can I sue if my bill of sale the dealership and the servicer have different rates, prices etc

I requested a copy of my retail installment contract from my car loan servicer. When i compared it to The bill of sale/ buyers order I received from the dealership that i signed the it was completely different. The vehicle price was off by a thousand dollars, the amount financed is different, as... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

If there are discrepancies between the bill of sale from the dealership and the retail installment contract from your car loan servicer, you may have grounds for legal action. However, the success of your case will depend on several factors, such as the nature and extent of the discrepancies, the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for Florida on
Q: Me and my children are renting a room where the landlord stays here as well these

last couple of days the landlord has been shutting off the power all day and cutting it on for maybe a hour what can I do this is ridiculous

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with this frustrating and unacceptable situation with your landlord repeatedly shutting off the power for extended periods. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Review your lease agreement: Check if there are any clauses about the landlord's...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: Real estate law and fraud, contract made up and Supposidly got a loan on the equity on my home thru a LLC COMP

Name of the Title and deed without telling me and has dated it for

January 2022, which I didn’t even know them yet. Secondly, they did not pay me for the sale of house the full amount that they told the clerk of court thirdly was supposed to have an escrow account and they have yet to... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, it seems there are several serious legal issues and potential fraud involved in your situation. Here are a few key points and recommendations:

1. Fraudulent deed transfer: If the title and deed to your home were transferred to an LLC without...
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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright and Intellectual Property for Florida on
Q: If I modify a Japan art work that is copyrighted am I subject to American or Japanese Copyright law?

I am living in the United States, this is a non profit fan image, i have no intentions of profiting or selling the image

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

In this case, there are a few key considerations:

1. Jurisdiction: Generally, copyright infringement lawsuits are governed by the laws of the country where the lawsuit is filed. As you're based in the U.S., it's likely that U.S. copyright law would apply if a lawsuit was brought...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Florida on
Q: I moved out of NJ; Am a full time resident of FL; still work for the same NJ employer. Do I have non-resident NJ wages?

I work out of the employers office in FL. Employer continues to withhold NJ taxes. I visited the NJ office less than 2 weeks a year.

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Based on the information you provided, it seems that you should not have non-resident NJ wages, and your employer should not be withholding NJ taxes from your income. Here's why:

1. You are a full-time resident of Florida and no longer a resident of New Jersey.

2. You work out...
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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Florida on
Q: What is required to file chapter7 , I am really in a bind with a lot of credit card debt . I am on SSI and way behind.
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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Here are the key requirements and steps for filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy when you are on SSI and have substantial credit card debt:

1. Eligibility: Your income must be below the state median or you must pass a means test showing you don't have enough disposable income to repay debts....
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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for Florida on
Q: I'm a targeted victim of VOICE TO SKULL TECHNOLOGY. It's NOT " audio delusions" How do I PROVE microwave harassment?

The first night I moved into FAIRLAWN VILLAGE apartment building, I began to hear conversations while I was ALONE in my bedroom. The context of the discussion pertained to my attire, food in the refrigerator, movies I watched, which made me think the owner installed hidden cameras plus audio... View More

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John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 11, 2024

Because so many experts in the field agree that voice to skull technology does not yet exist at this level, it will be very difficult to prove such harassment unless you can successfully identify who is doing it and get your hands on the equipment.

On the other hand, there is solid...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Social Security for Florida on
Q: My son is 45 and on disability ss. I would like to be able to leave a small amount of money in a trust for him.

Can I do that without affecting his ss and even though he lives in florida can the person handling the trust live in New york?

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Yes, you can set up a special needs trust for your son without affecting his eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid benefits. A special needs trust, also known as a supplemental needs trust, is designed to provide financial support for a person with a disability while... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Florida on
Q: I had two accounts with a debt collection agency for $985 ea. I was lied to and my money was taken

When I spoke to the gentleman he said that both accounts would be settled for $500 for both accounts. I then asked again is this for both accounts he stated yes you'll receive two letters stating that both accounts have been paid off and they will be removed from your credit. I waited 3 weeks... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your experience with the debt collection agency. It sounds like a very frustrating and stressful situation, especially as a single parent trying to resolve debts and improve your credit.

Based on what you've described, it seems the debt collector may have...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: I was hit multiple times by a cop while in jail processing id like to sue the cop n the department

What's the price n who do I find to take my case. I'm also missing my cellphone from the same department. There's two different police departments I want to pursue sueing for civil rights violations.

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Police misconduct and civil rights violations are serious matters. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Find a civil rights attorney: Look for lawyers who specialize in police misconduct and civil rights cases. You can search online, check with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Florida on
Q: Can I sue Carvana for selling me a previously damaged vehicle and stating in writing there was no damage ?

Carvana provides a written inspection report on the vehicle and also provides a Carfax.. I was shown a small scratch on the tailgate and a scuff on the grill in a picture as the "only" damage. After owning my vehicle for a short time paint started flaking off on the front fender and I... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

Based on the information you provided, it seems that Carvana may have misrepresented the condition of the vehicle you purchased. If the company stated in writing that there was no damage beyond a small scratch and a scuff, but you later discovered that the vehicle had been repainted and repaired,... View More

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