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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: My Grandfather passes away 3 years ago. My Grandmother told me I could have his truck. When COVID hit, I was told to not

come to the house yet. I was finally able to pick the truck up Summer 2022. However, the tags are expire, and so is my grandmother's license. She's bed ridden and I don't know how to go about getting her a new ID. Both her and my Grandfather's name is on the truck. I have fixed... Read more »

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jan 6, 2023

1. If your grandmother is bedridden, she doesn't need a drivers' license at this time. When and if she is able to get around, you can go to the DMV to apply for a Texas ID card.

2. Have your grandmother sign a power of attorney to transfer the motor vehicle title into your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized, Banking, Estate Planning and Probate for Florida on
Q: My father passed away in 2015. 1Dec 2022, I received a letter from a bank stating there is a savings account for him.

The bank says I need a court order to close it. Balance is roughly $3,000. How do I get a court order?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Dec 30, 2022

Actually, a court order might not be necessary. Call the bank's attention to Florida Statute 735.303 and send them an affidavit as set forth in that statute. The statute can be accessed here:... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Michigan on
Q: I issued a check to our condo management company, they were robbed and safe was stolen. The management asked me to stop

payment on it, I did. Now they want me to reissue the check but do know about me getting the charge for stop payment fee reimbursement. I feel they had this check in their safe and I should not issue another check until that fee is paid by them. Please help?

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Dec 20, 2022

Not sure what your question is. I can see your point in that you paid them what they were owed, and incurred an additional fee to do so that you had nothing to do with. I can also see their point that what happened doesn't change the fact that you still owe them that set amount. I think -... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for New York on
Q: my drive license was not issued due to fraud verification I already sent my statements and my lease agreement a month ag

my drive license was not issued due to fraud verification I already sent my statements and my lease agreement a month ago and still they say they are verifying the data, is there anything I can do in this case?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 18, 2022

Periodically check in and ask if there are additional documents that would assist with the verification process. Some license types could receive higher scrutiny, depending on the class (such as enhanced). Depending on location, the pandemic has also had an impact on some public agency offices.... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized and Civil Litigation for Alabama on
Q: I received via certified mail a forged document from a local attorneys office

I am unsure if the letter was forged by an employee of the attorney or another party. Should I obtain my own attorney to handle this or go to the attorney the document came from first?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 23, 2022

An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. It depends what the document you mention is. If it is correspondence and you suspect the signature is forged or that the document is otherwise not legitimate, you could pick up the phone and ask the attorney if... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized on
Q: hello, could i know how i can see the figures mentioned in the patent?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 2, 2023

You could repost the question under "Patents." That could be why it remains open under the "Uncategorized" heading. Some questions go unanswered, but the added category could give the question better chances of a response. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Florida on
Q: Can I have a drivers license from Puerto Rico & a drivers license from Florida?

I live a few months in Puerto Rico & a few months in Tampa. Can I have a drivers license in both places?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jun 1, 2023

No, I don't think so. But why do you think you would need both? a license from either would be recognized in the other place.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Tennessee on
Q: My parents got a loan and put up the deed and property as collateral. They have been making monthly payments faithfully.

Then they wanted to get a little more money but they did not want to extend their property loan. So, together they applied for and were given A signature loan and have been paying faithfully, until my father passed away. Since then my mother has not been able to pay either loan so my brother,... Read more »

Anthony M. Avery
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Anthony M. Avery
answered on May 30, 2023

There may be cross collateralization clauses in the Deed of Trust or Note. You will need to read them carefully or hire an attorney. If not, then there are statutory penalties for not releasing a paid Note and Deed of Trust, which require suit. Even then creditor could get Judgment on the... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Tennessee on
Q: My boyfriend was charged with obedience of a traffic control device. What does this charge even mean?

The officer said he failed to stop at a stop sign but there was no stop sign anywhere. The officer asked to search the vehicle and he told him it wasn't his vehicle and couldn't give him permission to search it. The officer put him in the back of the patrol car and proceeded to search the... Read more »

Henry Ambrose
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answered on May 30, 2023

Your boyfriend needs a lawyer. He may have ben stopped illegally. A good lawyer will likely be able to sort this out.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Florida on
Q: What type of lawyer am I looking for in regards to a LLC not giving us the products we paid for in excess of $12000?

My wife purchased items from an LLC, and paid upwards of $12000 for these items. After almost a YEAR of not getting the items, we asked for the money back, to no avail. We worked with PayPal and were able to retrieve half of what was basically stolen from us. We are still short $6000 and have been... Read more »

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 29, 2023

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. A civil litigation attorney should be able to handle this. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Kentucky on
Q: I want to know wether or not a witnesses is compromised if someone asks them to say stuff specifically to help them win
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 28, 2023

A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It's possible it could fall under obstruction of justice. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: Can a cosigner take unauthorized possession of a vehicle and keep from main signer in Texas?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 27, 2023

Signer. Co-signer.

What matters is who is the registered owner of the motor vehicle.

That person can take possession of the motor vehicle.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Tennessee on
Q: Can a sub contracted cleaning company get a mechanic lien on property in Tennessee with no contract

The sub contracted cleaners that was hired on by the general contractor is threatening to put a lien on my property states the GC didn’t pay they were hired by the GC as a basic employee so there was no contract for certain properties they just helped when needed for nightly rentals

Anthony M. Avery
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Anthony M. Avery
answered on May 25, 2023

It is indeed possible. Demand the GC take care of their employees and contractors. Or you sue the GC for indemnification and possible breach of contract. The possible lien will probably be paid by the owner. Owner can also be sued for quantum meruit.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Florida on
Q: Would I have any claim to this property or be able to fight him for it

So my question is I was raised by my grandparents until my 15th birthday that is when my grandma died and my grandpa moved out and left me in the home alone from my 15th to my 17th birthday I paid all of the bills and maintained the house until there was a flood which happened on my 17th birthday... Read more »

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on May 25, 2023

if your grandfather 'kicked' you out, I assume he had title, took you to court, and you have no claim to it. If that is the case, no, you apparently would have very little chance of success.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Maryland on
Q: My vehicle was towed in to shop and now it has more wrong with it then when I took it there. “Engine noice” didn’t befor

This past Thursday I did a oil change like normal to save cost everything was fine then all as sudden car dies in middle of street so I tried to jump and texted battery then decided to get it towed to closest shop after getting it there they called me a week later stating that it’s the starter... Read more »

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on May 25, 2023

You can make a claim against the shop or sue them if you can prove that they caused the damage to your car. You would need a mechanic to examine the car and determine that the shop damaged your car, how they damaged it, and the cost of repairs. If you file a lawsuit, you would need the mechanic to... Read more »

2 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Florida on
Q: Someone borrowed $300.00 worth of tools on May 4, 2023. We have asked multiple time to get them back. What can we do?

He said he would return them the next day. He claims to left them by a black bike in a campground. We searched the entire camp ground and no tools were located.

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on May 24, 2023

You can sue the person in small claims for the value of the tools. Probably won't collect on this kind of a person. Suggest you don't loan a tool you want to keep in the future. Consider such a loan a give away. Thank you for using Justia, Ask a Lawyer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for West Virginia on
Q: I need to know if I have a legal issue. I joined a private pool and paid $459. The pool has a crack & it’s not opening

They don’t want to give us our money back but wants to transfer our money to a public pool where I would lose money or another private pool that requires more money. They won’t answer my emails and I never received a notice. Another member told me. Can I fight them to get my money back

Matthew Stapleton
Matthew Stapleton
answered on May 23, 2023

You likely are entitled to a refund of your money as they are not providing the services you contracted for.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: My parents are 92 and 93. They have dementia. Do I have to pay their credit cards? One is $15000.

They have a house with a mortgage that I pay which is fine because we all live here. However they have 2 credit cards that are pretty large. I have been paying those for the past 2 years but the payment is taking a toll on my income. Can I just stop? The cards are only in their names.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 18, 2023

Unless you personally guaranteed their credit card debt, you have no legal obligation to pay it.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Missouri on
Q: I am 16 years old, i’ve had my job for 6 months i get paid $14 an hour and i want to live on my own, my parents say no

they also say no about getting emancipated, what should i do?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 18, 2023

Ordinarily, in order to get emancipated, you must be financially independent. That works well for actors, musicians, inventors, etc. $14 an hour probably won't cut it

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Florida on
Q: valet service damaged my vehicle that was parked in my space. They offer a rental of 40$ per day. I have 7 seat vehicle

and travel plans. What do I do?

Also, my new vehicle will lose value after the accident. Can I recover the loss

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on May 18, 2023

Do you have comprehensive insurance on your vehicle? If so, have your insurance carrier take care of it. They should be able to recover your deductible for you.

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