Unwed & escaping a DV relationship that I'd been too scared to report to law enforcement. How do I fight to keep full custody of my daughter without having to return to Georgia?
answered on Feb 12, 2024
You need to reside in your current state for a total of 6 months prior to the court there having jurisdiction for your child. You need to be in your county for a minimum of 90 days. SInce you are not married to the Father, in the absence of any other order, it is likely you are the sole custodian... View More 
My mother passed away with the majority of her assets distributed to heirs through beneficiaries, joint tenancy, etc. Leftover, there are a handful of checks made out to the estate of ____.
How do you actually go about cashing those checks with the affidavit?
answered on Feb 11, 2024
Likely the Affidavit will not be effective with banks, but you could try to ask if they would cash the checks. Try the bank you are currently work with. Or, send the affidavit to each of the issuers of the checks and them to re issue the check in your name. Depending upon the number of checks,... View More
I found out the next day when I went online to pay my bills. I saw that I had a negative amount. I contacted the bank immediately and was told to call back in the morning when they opened up??. I did and the conversation got hot real fast. The amount is over 90k. Which wiped me out and caused me to... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
I'm sorry to hear this happened. A bank making an unauthorized 90k wire transfer from a customer's account is a very serious matter. Here are the steps I would recommend you take:
1. Document everything. Keep detailed written records of all your interactions with the bank... View More
I use a common font as my candle name font, for my website headers and for my logo. They appear to use the same font for their candle names and website headers. We both use is lowercase in our website headers and candle names. Our candle names are similar in that we use phrases or places to name... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
The legality of your label's design in relation to another company's label hinges on whether it creates confusion among consumers about the source of the products due to the similarities. Trademark law protects brand names, logos, and other identifiers from being used in a way that could... View More
in the will. I refused until he can give me confirmation that my sister will give me the items. Now the atty is threatening a hearing.
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
Don't sign anything before receiving your inheritance and understanding your rights. Seek legal advice from a separate probate attorney in Nevada. They can explain your rights, clarify the document and pressure tactics, and advise on next steps like requesting clarification, expressing... View More
My girlfriend has stayed the night inconsistently over the last week, my roommate is my landlord and is bothered by this. He attempted to talk to me but i didnt have time to listen as i was headed to work, and then he decided to contact my workplace and harass me in an attempt to get me suspended... View More
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answered on Jan 27, 2024
In Nevada, landlords must respect the rights and privacy of their tenants. If your landlord, who is also your roommate, is harassing you at your workplace over a personal matter, this could potentially be considered tenant harassment. However, the specifics of your lease agreement, including any... View More
And it's payed off. The problem is that she went mannic and left to another state and cheated on me wreck 2 of the 3 cars and I'm on the title of all of it and insurance and on the title of the cars say and instead of or. So I'm in very bad situation. It's in nevada. Please help
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, given the complex situation involving jointly owned property, vehicles, and a breakup with your girlfriend, you may need the expertise of an attorney specializing in both Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation. A real estate attorney can assist you in navigating the legal aspects related... View More
Also didn’t sign it, tons of work wasn’t completed nor happy with. I paid majority but the extra fees they are trying to add on never happened nor was I advised until day we met in person. Never signed a change order like I did previously.
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, the situation where a construction company adds fees to a final invoice without providing a change order, agreement, or obtaining your signature raises concerns regarding the legitimacy of those additional charges. If significant work remains incomplete and you are dissatisfied with the... View More
There are with children forms and without children forms.
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, if both parents have had their parental rights terminated and there are no children involved in the divorce, the appropriate forms to use would be those designed for a divorce without children. These typically include a Complaint for Divorce (without Children), Summons, and Decree of... View More
I did cut them a check minus the additional fees not agreed too and now I have a notice of intent. They cashed the check as well with paid in full in the memo.
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, construction contracts and change orders typically require clear communication and mutual agreement between the parties involved. If the contractor sent a notice of intent and you did not sign a change order form or agree to new charges, it raises questions about the validity of the... View More
My daughter primary lives with me and spends the night at her dads house once or twice a week if he is in town( He's a Flight attendant).
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In Nevada, the determination of who gets to claim a child on taxes can be influenced by legal agreements, court orders, and IRS rules. If there is a court order or legal agreement specifying the terms for claiming the child as a dependent, those terms should be followed. According to IRS rules, the... View More
My daughter primary lives with me and spends the night at her dads house once or twice a week if he is in town( He's a Flight attendant).
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
In the United States, the parent who has primary physical custody of the child for the majority of the year typically has the right to claim the child as a dependent for tax purposes. Since your daughter primarily lives with you and spends only one or two nights a week with her father, it's... View More
website is www.suncabo.com and I'd like to trademark my logo
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
The cost to register a trademark depends on a few factors, but here is a breakdown:
Filing Fee:
- The basic filing fee for a trademark application is $350 per class of goods/services. Most trademarks register in one class.
Attorney Fees (recommended):
- Having an... View More
website is www.suncabo.com and I'd like to trademark my logo
answered on Jan 23, 2024
A trademark application can cost $250-$350 depending on the type of application you are submitted. When submitting a trademark application there can be additional fees if you file an "intent-to-use" verses "In-use" application. A trademark attorney is recommend to assist you... View More
I've vested my percentage by coming in and running the business for the last 6 years but cannot afford to pay the taxes.
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Receiving shares in an LLC as compensation for services rendered can indeed create a tax burden, as the IRS often views this as taxable income. In Nevada, while there is no state income tax, federal taxes still apply. One way to manage this tax burden is to receive the shares gradually over several... View More
I loaned a friend $7,500 10 years ago and now they finally repaid it. The loan was never cancelled or forgiven by me. Now that he finally repaid me, do I have to pay taxes on the repayment of the loan money received?
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Receiving repayment of a loan you made is generally not considered taxable income. The money you lent was already your own, so when it's repaid, you're merely getting back what was originally yours. This principle holds regardless of the time taken for the repayment.
However,... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2024
You should state the value of the estate. For real estate the value is what it would sell for--the Court accepts Zillow.com--minus the mortgage. The reason the value is important is because there are different probate procedures for different values estates. (If no real estate and value under... View More
Police approached my vehicle which was parked on the side of the road. They indicated they got a suspicious vehicle call. They attempted to ID me which I refused because they couldn't articulate a crime. I was detained for approximately 15 minutes and was told I had to ID because my vehicle... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
In many jurisdictions, including some areas of the United States, police officers have the authority to detain individuals temporarily for identification purposes if there is reasonable suspicion of a violation, including certain traffic or parking infractions. While a parking violation like... View More
D with somewhere approved to stay well in court yesterday he didn’t have a address but I do so would they release him before next court date if it gets sourced by po before then
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answered on Jan 17, 2024
If your husband is on probation and a stipulation requires that he has an approved address to stay at, it's essential for him to comply with this requirement. If, during a court appearance, it was revealed that he doesn't currently have an address but you do, it will depend on the... View More
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answered on Jan 17, 2024
A "prohibited person" generally refers to an individual legally barred from owning or possessing firearms. This can include individuals with certain criminal convictions, domestic violence restraining orders, mental health issues, or other disqualifying factors.
A prohibited... View More
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