I was divorced in one county in Ohio, I live in another county in Ohio and my daughter lives in another county in Ohio different than the divorce and myself. She is in an abusive situation with her mom and her mom's family, including sexual abuse by her stepdad. I really need help and... Read more »

answered on Feb 3, 2023
You can file for an emergency custody order. Generally, your motion has to state the child is in imminent danger.
I've been at my job for 5 months with no problems they put me on a new job after a couple days my back started hurting I told my supervisor I couldn't do it and it was messing up my back and they said unfortunately you have to keep doing it until you get a doctor's excuse and now my... Read more »

answered on Feb 2, 2023
In Wisconsin,once you report a work injury as you have done as you describe above, any smart employer would report it immediately to their worker's compensation insurance carrier and take you off that job and refer you to be seen by a doctor of their, or your, selection without further delay.... Read more »
I purchased the home in 6/2022. I wasn’t aware that the gas and electric were separate companies until 9/2022 when the previous owner reached out and wanted reimbursed for paying the gas bill from 6/2022-9/2022. She paid it for three months before saying anything. Do I legally have to pay her back?

answered on Feb 2, 2023
The home sale contract that buyer and seller sign, typically specifies that seller must pay for utilities through the date of the closing of the sale, and afterward the buyer is responsible. You would have to pay only if she sues you, the court finds you liable, and enters a judgment against you... Read more »
We are in Ohio and the child is 2.5. Her father and I have been separated for over a year and I have always claimed her. He has her 3-4 days throughout the week, so physical custody is about even. He doesn't claim her due to his child support for his other child is extremely behind. There is... Read more »

answered on Feb 2, 2023
If you were not married and there is no custody or support order then he cannot claim her on his taxes.
3 hours. I was givven an an epidural, that did not work at all. They were highly alarmed about it. Now my son has autism, sensory pro disorder. And can't speak. There doctors avoided me the entire 4 days in the hospital. He didnt even & do the circumcision! We have video and pictures as... Read more »

answered on Feb 1, 2023
You have a very serious potential case.
It is important that you consult with an experienced medical malpractice attorney as soon as possible.
This is only general legal information and is not legal advice. You may not rely on this general information for your legal situation.... Read more »
Is that mayor's court charge still active

answered on Feb 1, 2023
Felonies do not override lesser charges. There are usually two judges, common pleas and municipal, with two separate sentences for what you were found guilty. Sentences can be run concurrent or consecutive depending on the judge and facts. If the cases are related you have a shot of getting the... Read more »

answered on Jan 31, 2023
When the term of the patent or the copyright expires.
The idea of a patent is a contract between an inventor and the public, as represented by the government. The inventor discloses the invention, which is valuable to the public, to the society, and gets something in return. The inventor... Read more »

answered on Jan 31, 2023
If you are properly served with a subpoena you must come to court and testify. Marital and spousal privileges protect communications, not actions.
However we signed and notarized the POA in the hospital as she is competent. He is going to try and say she wasn’t competent, what can I do to protect my mother and the POA we signed in the hospital?

answered on Jan 31, 2023
When a new POA is executed that revokes the prior POA, until people are notified that the old POA has been revoked, they might still honor it and follow instructions from the old agent. So the new POA should be given to health care providers, banks, financial advisors, insurance agents, etc. so... Read more »
My wife indicates she is seeking a divorce. she has stated I should pack and move out. I pay the mortgage and utilities, my wife does not currently have a job.

answered on Jan 30, 2023
You need to talk to a lawyer ASAP. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local divorce attorney who can review your situation and advise you of your rights. Many offer free consultations, so talk to a few and find one to work with. Don't delay.
I'm a victim in a domestic violence case but want the case dropped. I was not served the subpoena but got it in the mail. I've heard from other people that I do not have to appear but I do not want to be in contempt.

answered on Jan 27, 2023
Getting it in the mail is service of the Subpoena. You should appear.
We are trying to contract with an illustrator. Our CEO is insistent that we require the illustrators physical mailing address for the contract to be valid, the illustrator is only offering us his email at this time.

answered on Jan 27, 2023
It can be valid without an address. I agree with your CEO though that you should require a physical mailing address in the contract. If the contract is breached and you need to sue then you will need their address to start the lawsuit.

answered on Jan 27, 2023
You shouldn't need to appeal. Instead you can petition the court to rescind or modify the cpo due to new evidence.

answered on Jan 27, 2023
They will preferentially be placed with a willing relative who is not unfit, and failing that, with willing fit foster parents

answered on Jan 27, 2023
Many Court's have the records online, sometimes they actually have the documents. You can see if it is open.
Attorney did this against our will. Said the grantor requested only his name be put on. Is that legal? This has caused major issues amongst the family. We paid for the house over 8 years paid cash to his mom. It was a quit claim deed. My name should of been put on right beside his at the same time.... Read more »

answered on Jan 27, 2023
He can quitclaim deed the property from himself to both of you with survivorship rights. If he's not willing to sign a quitclaim deed, then it gets more complicated.

answered on Jan 25, 2023
The most common way is for her to sign a new POA that includes language revoking any prior POA. You may want to consider recording the new POA as well.

answered on Jan 25, 2023
Along with executing the new POA that specifically revokes the prior POA, anyone who received the prior POA should be notified that the prior POA is revoked, and provide a copy of the new POA. Until someone is notified that the prior POA has been revoked, they will have no way to know there is a... Read more »

answered on Jan 24, 2023
She would have to apply to the probate court to be appointed guardian. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney who handles guardianships to review your circumstances and advise you.
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