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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Florida on
Q: How can you file for an uncontested divorce if your spouse refuses to sign the papers?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

If they are refusing to sign it isn't an uncontested divorce. You should hire a divorce attorney.

2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: Can i terminated after 4yrs if palced on probation?

I have been placed on a 3 month performance probation which has expired already can my boss still terminate me after 4yrs

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Yes. Unless there is an employment agreement stating otherwise you can be fired for any nondiscriminatory reason. The tricky part is that employers don't come out and say I'm firing you because of your race/age/national origin/etc. so if you feel there may be an underlying issue it is... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Can cops sell counterfeit drugs in the state of Florida

I agreed to help a confidential informant get rid of her drugs

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Yes.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Can someone be prosecuted for viewing child pornography on a smartphone they found?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Yes. If you feel that this is a possibility you should consult with a criminal defense attorney.

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Support for Florida on
Q: Moorish laws are allowing men claiming to be moors the ability to avoid paying child support is this possible (Florida)

My child's father is claiming to be a moor and he might use this tactic to avoid paying.

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

No, that isn't a possibility. However, it would be a hilarious ATTEMPT at a defense to paying child support.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: Can my current employer require me to pay for a background check?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

That depends. A more full explanation of the circumstances of the test is required. Please call an employment / discrimination lawyer at your convenience.

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2 Answers | Asked in Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Can a 15 year old have sex with a 9 year old in the state of Florida if the 9 year agreed to it?
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Overlooking the fact that neither the 15 year old nor the 9 year old can give legal consent, it is still ludicrously illegal, and stupid.

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2 Answers | Asked in Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: can my dad call the cops and have me brought back?

i am 17 years of age and three months until i turn 18 and my dad has temporary custody of me and my mom is ok with me moving out but my dad isnt

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

yep. wait the 3 months.

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2 Answers | Asked in Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: There is an 11 year old and and an 15 year old and they want to date in the state of Florida will anything happen if
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

They can date. I wouldn't recommend it, but simply "dating" is legal.

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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Looking for a personal injury law attorney that knows tribal law in the Miami Florida area
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Unless you have a tribal law issue any competent PI attorney will do.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: Can a manager fire me for being 40 min late on my second week? I Didn't sign any employee handbook either

My car got a flat tire and I had to change it I didn't have any other ride..

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

Yes, that would be a legal reason to terminate your employment.

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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Florida on
Q: Do I have a legal case?

I am a recent graduate from college (22 years old). After graduating, I moved to Florida. I've been trying to get employed with a company, but they will not return my calls nor will they give me any courtesy on my application. Their ad online states that the position requires no previous... View More

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jul 15, 2015

No, that isn't the way age discrimination works.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: What is law for a 25 year old having an intimate relationship with a 17 year old
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jun 10, 2015

You may find FL Stat. 794.05 and 827.04 interesting.

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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Why is my personal injury case taking so long? I gave my lawyer all the details but not settlement talks have begun yet.
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jun 10, 2015

PI cases are not as quick as people tend to think they are. Call your attorney and ask what is happing with your case.

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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: CAN I AGREE WITH A REALTOR THAT I WILL ONLY PAY 3 % COMMISSION TOTAL BETWEEN REALTORS AND LIST

WANT TO SELL MY HOME BUT DONT WANT TO PAY FULL COMMISSION

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jun 10, 2015

sure, but you'll have to have them sign a contract saying as much.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Can a 18 year old have sex with a 17 year old in Florida
Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jun 10, 2015

Yep.

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for Florida on
Q: Do I need a lawyer to file bankruptcy?

Can I just fill out the forms and take them to the court, or do I have to get a lawyer?

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jun 10, 2015

No, but you should have one.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: I need to know more on the gun laws and the residaul clause to see if my boyfriend is able to be released

He is a felon charged with felon in possession of a fire arm and has a burg 2 and a escape will he still fall under that clause.

Keith Petrochko
Keith Petrochko
answered on Jun 1, 2015

Im not sure what you are talking about. If he is a felon he is not allowed to be in possession of firearms.

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