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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Education Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can public school employee coach with arrest record in Kentucky?

I was arrested twice, once for drug trafficking and once for drug possession and unlawful transaction with a minor. The charges were dismissed in both cases, and I have no ongoing legal proceedings aside from a bench warrant for failing to appear in a traffic case. Six weeks after being hired, my... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 24, 2025

That decision is solely up to the School Board since Kentucky is an at will employment state. Since the charges were dismissed, it really shouldn't affect your employment. However, you may want to consider having the record expunged altogether so that this problem doesn't arise in the future.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Will I get the house in divorce in Kentucky with an EPO on my husband?

In the process of divorcing my husband in Kentucky, I currently have an Emergency Protective Order against him due to his assault on our minor children. The house we live in is solely in his name. Will the court likely grant me the house in the divorce, considering these circumstances?... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 16, 2025

Not necessarily. All the assets and debts will have to be identified and valued. If you reach an agreement with your spouse that you get the house, then you likely will. If you are expecting the Court to award you the house just because you have a DVO and are currently living in it, that very... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: How should we structure the agreement to ensure the child support is legally valid?

My spouse and I are currently separated, and we are in the process of filing for divorce in Kentucky. We have a child custody order from a Virginia court, but we do not want to include child support in the Kentucky divorce filing. Both of us is currently looking for jobs but not working , and we... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 16, 2025

You would use language confirming that both of you have made full disclosure of all income and asset and that you have consulted the Kentucky Child Support Guidelines. You would also say that based on the agreement of the parties, neither party shall pay child support at this time and that the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Consumer Law for Kentucky on
Q: Pulled over in Kentucky with expired tags and no insurance; options and penalties?

I was pulled over in Kentucky with expired tags for two years and no insurance. The officer cited me for these violations. I have no prior violations, and although I am getting insurance today, I don't have the funds to renew my tags. What are my options, and what potential penalties am I facing?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 16, 2025

If the tags are corrected, they will likely be dismissed. If you did not have insurance, that will likely be a $500 fine and court costs, part of which may be suspended by the Court. No insurance is also an enhanceable offense, which means if you get another No Insurnace charge within five years... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence, Child Custody, Family Law and Sexual Harassment for Kentucky on
Q: Partner threatens false abuse allegations in KY

I'm facing an issue with my current partner who has threatened to report unfounded allegations of sexual abuse to ruin my life after I expressed doubts about our relationship. She claims to have videos taken without my knowledge during role play. We've discussed this, but she becomes... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 8, 2025

Document everything g with your therapist and keep an eye out and an ear open for anything else that would disprove the false allegations. I would refrain from discussing any of that with your partner and I would conversely act unfazed, unconcerned and like it doesn’t bother you if she brings it... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Kentucky on
Q: Is it okay to leave dog in car for 30 mins at 70°F in KY?

Can I leave my dog in a car for 30 minutes on a 70-degree day? The car will be parked in direct sunlight with the windows slightly down. I'm not aware of any specific local laws regarding leaving pets in vehicles.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 26, 2025

No, you should never leave a dog in a car even in 70 degree weather (and especially not in direct sunlight) as the temperatures inside can multiply very quickly, creating dangerous conditions for the dog. I would always either leave the dog st home or take her in with you when you have to go... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: How to sue for arrest without Miranda rights and physical mistreatment by police?

I was arrested four weeks ago in a domestic incident where my boyfriend hit me with a wooden chair. Despite him admitting to the incident, the police did not take my side of the story and arrested me without reading my Miranda rights. They also failed to inform me of the reason for my arrest. I am... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 17, 2025

You will first need a successful resolution of the criminal charges against you before you file a civil rights complaint against the police. Once you obtain a dismissal of the charges against you, you can then file an action against the police in state or federal court.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for Texas on
Q: I am a 69 year old man with a lot of debt. I am considering filing bankruptcy would I file chapter 7 or 11 ?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 29, 2024

You would file Chater 7 or chapter 13. Chapter 11 is business reorganization. You would need a thorough evaluation of your complete finances by a bankruptcy attorney to held you decide which chapter..

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1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Contracts and Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: Can I overturn a mediation agreement if there unclear deadlines, changes in terms and duress when signing

I signed a settlement agreement for a civil case partly to attorney's advice, of high trial costs, limited 60-day prep window and legal fees aren't awarded even won? I wasn’t told mediation document was a memorandum or the plaintiff didn't have a deadline to fulfill terms like... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 25, 2024

you can certainly file a motion to be relieved from the mediation agreement, but since you were represented by counsel and signed the agreement voluntarily, you have an uphill battle on your hands. You should sit down with your lawyer and go over the terms and make sure you understand them before... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Dcbs question about our child

Me and my girl has dcbs involved over my depression mistake..if we make it to were she has 100% custody of our daughter what will dcbs do/ can do to me if I'm not in household no more???

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 26, 2024

Most likely even if you do give her 100% custody, they will still require you to complete their regimen before you can have contact with the child. You probably should hire the best family court lawyer you can and deal with it head on once and for all rather than giving her custody and hoping it... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Custody, family

I am 16 years old, i was taken away from my mom and dad 5 years ago at 11 for substance issues and more. My parents failed to get sober in the amount of time to get me back, therfore my grandma got custody of me. I am scared of her, uncomfortable around her, overall uncomfortable in my own life. I... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 25, 2024

Probably your best course of action is to have dad file a motion for return of custody to him in the case where grandma was given temporary custody. That will get you before the court at which point you can ask to speak to the judge directly and tell him/her what your wishes are regarding custody.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Kentucky on
Q: My dad died 12/06/23, he lived in Allen County, KY, and had no will.

Wife is deceased, has 3 children/heirs, my 2 brothers and I. His assets: $36,500 that he was about to inherit from his mother’s estate, and a 2016 Nissan Versa that needs transmission repairs in order to be drivable. My 2 brothers and I agree that I will be the administrator of his estate. Is it... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 5, 2024

It appears you will not be able to dispense with administration because your dad’s estate is over $30,000, which is the maximum amount of assets that can be dispensed. Contact a local lawyer who can guide you through the process, which should not be terribly complicated given your description.

4 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for Kentucky on
Q: I am considering a chapter 7 bankruptcy. Do i stop personal loan pymnt thru my bank or loan co? Do i tell my loan co?

I am not sure if i put a stop on the ach withdraw through my bank for $30 and not contact my loan company or do I send an email to my loan company and tell them, and revoke authorization? I don’t think I am supposed to tell them i am going to be filing bankruptcy?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 31, 2024

Don’t tell any creditor anything. Once you file, the deduction(s) will be automatically terminated. You don’t need to do anything. Consult your bankruptcy lawyer for a more detailed explanation of the automatic stay and termination of automatic withdrawals.

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Landlord - Tenant and Municipal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Filed chapter 7 bankruptcy To take the copy of the form to the municipal court to inform them (currently facing eviction

To take the copy of the form to the municipal court to inform them (currently facing eviction) municipal court informed to file a petition to stay eviction filed it and shortly after it was denied. I don’t Think the municipal court quite understood that my bankruptcy form 101b was filed and... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 18, 2024

You shouldn’t have to file a petition. The automatic stay created by the filing of the bankruptcy trumps all anyway. Be sure a copy of at least the front page and the creditor section page of your bankruptcy is placed in the municipal court file.

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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Legal Malpractice and Probate for Kentucky on
Q: I am in Kentucky and need clarification on the wording of a deed. My father's attorney friend prepared the deed.

The same attorney also prepared my late mother's will, which bequeaths the property to me. He has betrayed my mothers trust by not telling her what the "survivorship clause" meant when he prepared her will. He is also the executor and using his lack of disclosure to assist my father... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 16, 2024

That is proper deed language in Kentucky. It means whomever is the survivor (mother or father) gets clear title to the real estate. What they may have thought or intended, however, is a completely different issue, which is why all real property transactions must be in writing as mandated by the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: Built fence in Bullit Co. I live in Oldham Co ky. Was served civil summons for Bullit co. Can I dismiss for jurisdiction

my husband built a fence for someone he’s a handyman in another county. He should be served in his county since he’s not acting as a business correct? Can file a motion to dismiss due to lack of jurisdiction?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 15, 2024

You can file the motion to dismiss but likely Bullitt is a proper venue as the work was performed there and at least some of the evidence is there. Most likely will be heard in Bullitt County rather than Oldham.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Business Law for Kentucky on
Q: I believe my grandparents business was taken from them after they died. How do I find out

I have the tax permits from the building and it's got a account number on it. How do I find the records to see what happen. Also if my grandmother filed bankruptcy and her trustee was the lawyer Robert Cochran did he get her stuff after she passed

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 15, 2024

Start with the Ky Secretary of State and tack down all their business filings. THen go to IRS and/or Ky Revenue Cabinet to obtain all tax filings. That should set you on the right path to determining what happened with their business.

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Contracts for Georgia on
Q: Ex-husband filed chapter 7 in 2019, but I just found he added me as a creditor and said he didn't know where I lived.

I found out after looking up some court information that he put down he did not know where I live, but he lived with me prior and had to pay child support at time. Can I be removed off the creditor list? I have agreement he has yet to pay me for that was signed before he filed.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 20, 2024

It sounds like you are a creditor bc of the unpaid agreement but that should not affect you getting paid bc domestic and other support obligations are non-dischargeable. You might, however, want to report his fraud regarding where you lived to the US Trustee handling his case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Collections and Probate for Kentucky on
Q: My father passed with unknown debts. my mother is still alive and living on the property. Can they take the property?

We arent sure what debts are out there. We got a notice from an Estate Information Serivce trying to reach someone about my father's estate. We havent contacted anyone. But i want to know if my mother and their home is safe.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 31, 2024

Depends on whose name the property is in. You need to run a credit report on dad and see what debts you can ascertain are owed. Until you determine exactly what debts are owed, the property is far from safe or secure.

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Kentucky on
Q: Can a defendant's attorney feign ignorance to a fact known by them?

I entered into a contract which i believe was breached. Even though I submitted a copy of the contract with the Complaint the defendant's attorney still makes statements like "the purported" contract.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 27, 2023

No, but simply bc th ou think he is feigning ignorance bc you believe the contract has been breached doesn’t mean it actually has been breached. He’s getting a different story from his client most likely. The language he used is appropriate.

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