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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.
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.
My 2.5 yo has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy and autism. I have sole custody with visits at my discretion. Dad hasn’t seen child since 2021 and has called 6 times in over three months. Got served with child support and asked me to have someone adopt him so he could signs rights away and get... View More 
answered on Dec 13, 2023
If you already have sole custody, it is highly unlikely he is going to be able to change that bc the standard of proof is a high threshold. Additionally, if you have been living in your state for more than six months, any custody action should be brought where you and the child reside. You are... View More
I once was told that a friend was offered a deal if he was to plead guilty. He would receive no points in his record after he completed his assigned course. But three-days later, was called in for a hearing and was handed out a 90 days suspension on top of that.
answered on Dec 13, 2023
What you describe is two fold. Part of the penalties (criminal) are administered and enforced by the Court. Other half of penalties (admin) are administered and enforced by Drivers Licensing. They are separate and distinct but the don’t give you this information when you are going through it.
file the intent to appeal? By Dec 3? Or by 30 days after the final judgement order which will be in January? Looking for a lawyer currently.
answered on Dec 1, 2023
You have to appeal within thirty days of the date of entry of the order. If it was entered November 3, your notice of appeal would be due December3. December 3 is a Sunday, so by rule you would have until Monday, December 4, within which to file your notice.
I was arrested for a DUI and detained for 5.5 hours, but my case was dismissed with prejudice. I believe I was falsely accused and I didn't perform poorly on the sobriety tests I took. I have documentation available. I am considering suing and would like advice on how to proceed.
answered on Mar 28, 2025
You should hire a civil rights lawyer to sue them in federal court for wrongful arrest.
I appealed the denial of a motion to vacate a default judgment due to ineffective service of process in the Ohio 10th District Appeals Court. The court had stayed my case pending my Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing, which has now been discharged as of March 13, 2025. I have 20 days to file my brief.... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2025
File a motion to hold them in contempt for failing to release the garnishment and return the funds, which is- a violation of the automatic stay.
I have a 500-foot restraining order against my husband, but I can't go to where I'm staying due to it. I was initially afraid, but there has been no recent contact between us, only through the kids. The order was modified for counseling, but my lawyer hasn't been responsive. There is... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2025
You can ask the court to modify the dvo. It should not negatively affect you if it doesn’t work out.
I was told verbally, in emails, and through the contract that my apartment complex had a non-smoking policy that was strictly enforced. However, I later found out this was not true. This false representation was the sole reason I decided to move into the complex. I sent numerous emails to address... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
You will need to name the employee defendant as well as the employer.
I owe a person $33,000, and I have been paying him $600 monthly since December 2024 after settling a portion through bankruptcy. Today, I received legal documents regarding a sheriff sale on my home, which I don't owe him anything on. What steps can I take to dispute or prevent the sheriff sale?
answered on Mar 27, 2025
Go get a complete copy of the file and take it to your lawyer immediately. More information from the file is needed to properly answer this question.
As an executor of an estate in Kentucky, am I required to present each beneficiary with a copy of the will? One beneficiary feels she has not been properly informed and recently requested to see the will. The will has been filed for probate, and there are two executors managing the estate.
answered on Mar 27, 2025
No. You are not required to provide them with a copy. If the will has been filed, they can obtain a copy from probate court.
I want to portray a famous individual in a fan-made fictional short film using public information and articles. I am making up a majority of the film using my imagination for things I couldn’t find and I am not using the individual's name. I do not intend to monetize the film. I have... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
Most likely yes if you do not use their name or attempt to profit from their likeness.
I have an Emergency Protective Order (EPO) against someone, and I included my workplace address in the EPO. The individual later began working at the same place. I presented a copy of the EPO to my management and requested a schedule change or more distance from this person, but they refused my... View More
I missed my court date for an expired registration (4 months past the due date) and also missed my FTA review date. I received a notice after the original missed date that mentioned the FTA review but have not received any notice since missing that review, which was last week. My case status online... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
You should redocket the case and resolve asap to avoid an fta or a warrant. Sometimes it takes days before the public Courtnet us updated.
I received a letter stating that a car is being repossessed. My ex-wife has the car and was supposed to refinance the loan in her name after our mutual agreement during a simple divorce, but she did not do so. We did not sign any formal transfer documents. I contacted the lender explaining that I... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
Yes. You can be sued if you were on the loan. You probably should make a motion in the divorce case to hold her in contempt for not paying for the car and to require her to hold you harmless on said debt.
I filed a complaint with the labor board due to unpaid wages from a former employer who later filed for bankruptcy last year. The bankruptcy case was dismissed, and now I am receiving letters from the employer's attorney detailing lawyer hours worked and compensation owed. What does this mean... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
You are likely getting them because you are a party to the bankruptcy. They most likely don't affect your claim at all.
I purchased a car on February 4, 2025, from Tim Short Auto Group in Lexington, KY. On February 16, 2025, the car was hit while parked and totaled. My insurance company cannot process my claim because the dealership still has not processed the original title from the previous owner to themselves,... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2025
Yes. You have a case against them. You should hire a lawyer and file suit.
My medical insurance covers transportation to my doctor every morning through Green Cab in Louisville, Kentucky. On multiple occasions, my assigned driver has attempted to drive under the influence. I have reported this to Green Cab, but the issue persists, causing me to be late or miss... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2025
Next time you believe he is under the influence, call the police instead.
I am the sole beneficiary of my father's trust, along with my children. I've lost trust in the trust protector due to no communication and exclusion from my father's funeral arrangements. He sold items with personal significance without proper notice. Additionally, he has not granted... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2025
You will need to file suit to remove the Trustee in the Circuit Court of your county of residence.
I am considering filing for bankruptcy in Texas, where I've lived continuously since May 25, 2024, after moving from Michigan. My primary concern is a vehicle loan, with the vehicle valued at approximately $6,000, but the leasing company claims I owe $17,000 to $18,000. In addition, I have... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2025
No. You will have to use federal or Texas state exemptions. Whichever chapter you file under, the stay will be in place. You need to consult a bankruptcy attorney in deciding which chapter to file.
I recently purchased a property with a cell tower, and I was unaware of a perpetual lease held by another company. There were no disclosures regarding this lease in our purchase agreement or deed. The company that holds the lease is unlikely to sell their rights back to us. Our lender conducted a... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
If it was not disclosed, you may be able to make a claim against your title policy and/or the seller. If the cell phone company’s right of use is not recorded, you might possibly be able to terminate the lease.
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