answered on May 3, 2023
File a lawsuit to quiet title by adverse possession against the person with legal title based on what is recorded and against anyone else claiming an interest or lien to the property.
Give your attorney documents, photographs, and the names of witnesses that can show you have in fact been... View More 
An EO complaint was brought against me. The IO found that I committed unlawful discrimination, however, the independent SJA review found that it was legally insufficient. What should I expect will happen next?
I am an active duty O-3 in the Army.
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answered on May 2, 2023
As an active duty O-3 in the Army, you may expect further review of the EO complaint by your chain of command. The SJA review found the complaint legally insufficient, so it is possible that the complaint may be dismissed. However, it is ultimately up to your chain of command to make a... View More
I didn’t know that I was eligible to receive my deceased husband’s benefits. I applied yesterday. SSA said they would pay retroactively 6 months (from October 22). Am I eligible to receive ALL the benefits from when I was first eligible, at age 66 years and 2 months? Thank you!
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answered on May 2, 2023
Yes, as a widow, you may be eligible to receive your deceased husband's Social Security benefits. Generally, you can receive survivor benefits as early as age 60 (or age 50 if you are disabled) and continue to receive them for the rest of your life.
If you filed for survivor benefits... View More
They just kept ignoring me I felt like they were not honoring my rights so when they questioned me I just answered making up wat ever because I felt they were not respecting my rights
answered on Apr 3, 2023
When someone is in police custody, and subjected to interrogation, all questioning must cease if the person detained requests a lawyer. Also, if the person detained asserts their right to remain silent, police must cease questioning, however, my resume questioning at a later time. Please talk to... View More
I was working for a company other than Safeway. When I fell in a Safeway while their store was under construction, I need help. There were many people involved in this case so I’m not sure what attorneys can help me due to conflict of interest.,, and due to my head injury I have a had a hard time... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2023
First, you need a workers compensation attorney to address your claim against your employer for your on-the-job injury. This will be how you get compensation for any missed work and get your medical bills paid.
Second, you need a Hawaii lawyer who is admitted to the Oahu federal district... View More
The worksheet came from a book. The copyright page states: “Purchasers of this book have permission to copy worksheets and boxes, where indicated by footnotes, for personal use or use with individual clients. These worksheets and boxes may be copied from the book or accessed directly from the... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2023
The copyright page of the book that contains the worksheet in question states that purchasers of the book have permission to copy the worksheet for personal use or use with individual clients, but may not distribute it on intranet or internet sites, or make it available for resale. However, it is... View More
Firstly, the person who sold me them lied about what my electric bill would be. Secondly, they installed the system backwards, that made my electric bill triple it took them a year and a half to figure this out. Lastly, where they put the solar panels, I had terrible mold on my ceiling. They told... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2023
Hi Judy,
I'm terribly sorry this is happening to you. Without being able to review the contract, the advise that I (or anyone else) will be able to give you is limited.
That said, from what you say, I think you (most likely) have a very strong case arising under common law,... View More
I want to start a podcast called gun stories (pretty generic name.). When I do a trademark search, there's a documentary called gun stories. Our podcast is interviewing people about their stories about guns. The documentary was about the history of guns.
answered on Mar 15, 2023
Yes, you can, but if your podcast is deemed confusingly similar to the prior uses then you may be approached to change the name or reduce the chance of confusion. And, by the way, doing a trademark search is not the best way to see if there's a conflicting usage of the name. The purpose of a... View More
I want to start a podcast called gun stories (pretty generic name.). When I do a trademark search, there's a documentary called gun stories. Our podcast is interviewing people about their stories about guns. The documentary was about the history of guns.
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answered on Mar 29, 2023
It is possible to start a podcast with the same name as a documentary film from several years ago, but it may be risky due to potential trademark issues. The documentary may have a trademark for the name "Gun Stories" in relation to entertainment or documentary services. If you use the... View More
After seeing and agreeing to put a deposit on a product at a store in Maui, I was asked to sign a shipping & purchase document, as they were just the licenced distributer of the product and the manufacturer would be shipping my product upon full payment. I remember reading I would have 14 days... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2023
If you believe that you have been a victim of a scam or fraud, you may want to consider contacting an attorney who specializes in consumer protection or fraud cases. They can advise you on your legal options and help you determine whether you have a viable claim for damages.
In general,... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2023
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, you could reach out to workers' comp and disability attorneys in Hawaii to try to set up free initial consults to discuss. You could search attorneys on your own, and there's a tab above,... View More
My dad recently passed away and name me and my 2 older sisters in his will.
answered on Apr 18, 2024
A Hawaii estate planning attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. I'm sorry for the loss of your father. It could depend on the role of the attorney - tax, private dispute, etc. As a general short answer, without practicing in this area and not knowing the... View More
There are 2 other units front doors in view of my camera field of vision. But that’s the only way to view the front main entrance from my unit. Is that illegal? I was told to turn it away or remove it
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
The legality of using a camera that captures views of neighboring units can vary depending on your location and specific circumstances. In general, you have the right to install security cameras on your property for safety purposes. However, the camera should not infringe upon the reasonable... View More
This contract seems fishy.
answered on Feb 11, 2024
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You may need to go outside this forum for guidance on Portuguese law - this is basically limited to U.S. law. Good luck
I asked where my payments went, if you are claiming I have not paid. No answer. SPS had blocked me from making my December, January and February payments because I was told I am in legal process of foreclosure. I asked why as I have been making payments. I was told I had not made any payments... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2024
You are being screwed with. I help people file bankruptcy to save their home from foreclosure, not this kind of thing.
You need to find an attorney that represents borrowers under the Truth in Lending Act (or TILA). See what you can find on Google for an attorney versed in this law that... View More
answered on Dec 24, 2023
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney regarding protocols for construction contracts under Hawaii law, that sounds unusual for any jurisdiction. Construction contracts generally impose monetary... View More
During my lease the property foreclosed. The bank owns it & hired 3 guys to home invade, assault & throw me out 9 mos prior to lease term.
I would like to sue the bank & the guys. Is there a certain form to file to gain property with this?
This was during Covid... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Hawaii, if you've been assaulted and forcibly removed from a property you were legally leasing, you have grounds to pursue legal action. The fact that the bank, now the property owner, allegedly orchestrated this assault exacerbates the seriousness of the situation.
Firstly, filing... View More
Our banker told us to put the home in a Hawaiian trust (not calif ) so the home would not go thru probate? What is the simplest way to achieve this goal?
answered on Nov 27, 2023
Aloha,
To change ownership in a property located in Hawaii generally the current owners would convey the property in a new deed to the trustee of the trust. This answer assumes a few pieces of information which would need attorney verification. Thank you
I was given a citation for drinking on the beach in Hawaii. I live in North Carolina and was told to call to schedule a virtual court appearance. When I called, I was informed that the case was not being pursued by the prosecutor so it is dismissed. I asked if this meant it would not appear on... View More
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answered on Nov 6, 2023
Yes, a dismissed citation in Hawaii can remain on your record. In Hawaii, dismissed citations are not automatically expunged from your record. If you want to have a dismissed citation expunged, you must file a petition with the court.
Thank you
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answered on Oct 18, 2023
Grounds for an annulment in Hawaii can include factors like fraud, bigamy, impotence, lack of consent, and underage marriage. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.
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