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answered on Sep 26, 2018
You should try to follow up with your physician. This might be a situation where you seek legal counsel from a Workers Compensation attorney.
I was written a ticket for not stopping completely at a 4 way stop. The car in front of me went and I pulled forward. There was a car to my right that wen thru, then it was my turn again. I was stopped for 3-5 seconds.
answered on Jul 24, 2018
You would need to be able to show that you don't own a car of that model.
It depends on the judge, but it could be enough based on incorrect information on the "affidavit" ticket.
The landlord is requiring everyone in the complex to have the carpets professionally cleaned before vacating and to show proof with receipt, regardless if there is substantial damage outside of the “normal wear and tear”. The lease says nothing about professional cleaning, only “leave premise... View More 
answered on May 7, 2018
Take pictures. Taking pictures before moving in is often very helpful as well to show the condition of the carpet when you moved in, vs when you moved out.
You may have to make a claim to get your deposit back for this cleaning as it will likely be taken out of your deposit.
I worked and rented from the deceased 8 years. I was allowed to stay in the rental house in exchange for work or $300. It varied. I was told I could stay as long as I would like. Well, after he died, the son turns my water off without my knowledge. It was in deceased name, but it was furnished.... View More
answered on May 7, 2018
You can ask them to show you a copy of the lease.
Many leases have a provision that allows termination after some period of time (often a year) and with some amount of notice (often 30 days). Your lease could have been written differently, you could pay the monthly rent and/or show the... View More
It has been three years since the accident and my uninsured motorist portion has finally kicked in so can Tricare still put a lien on it.
answered on Apr 19, 2018
Tricare may have a valid lien. It is worth looking in to. Often these liens can be negotiated by an attorney which could mean more settlement proceeds being paid to you. Consult an attorney.
I really would like it off my record at all cost.
answered on Mar 26, 2018
Expungement is an option in MS but you will want to discuss with a Mississippi attorney before you make a plea, pay the fine or take a plea deal.
answered on Mar 26, 2018
It depends how the injury occurred among several other factors. Contact a MS personal injury attorney listed on this site for answers, and do so quickly as there is a time limit on when you can bring a claim of as short as one year.
answered on Mar 26, 2018
MS judge's blog on the subject:
https://betterchancery.com/2011/08/22/emancipation-today/
If I don't pay the taxes, can I then get the land like that?
answered on Mar 23, 2018
Likely not. Contact a local family law attorney to discuss your options, and how the property could/should be handled in an estate.
answered on Mar 20, 2018
Medical bills should be dischargable in bankruptcy. Consult a Jackson Bankruptcy attorney.
If you have a custody agreement, and have been divorced, can you be taken back to court after it is final to change custody due to infidelity during the marriage?
answered on Mar 18, 2018
Either party can petition for changes to the custody agreement. Usually there will need to be a good reasons for a change in the agreement.
What steps can I take and how much it might cost to get this down. I want to eventually get a house build.
answered on Mar 18, 2018
The most common way to clear up title on land is to open an estate on the person who has died if you are their direct descendant with no other descendants. There are other ways, but this would likely be the most direct route.
X keeping child support payments since May 2017, at which time daughter moved in with boyfriend.
answered on Mar 18, 2018
Contact a Mississippi attorney today. I am certain you will find the help you are seeking. Many attorneys offer a free consultation to discuss your claim.
Can he voluntarily terminate his rights if I am not married? What are the factors in terminating parental rights voluntarily?
answered on Mar 14, 2018
This is outlined in the statute:
93-15-111. Termination by written voluntary release. (1) A parent or an interested person may petition the court to accept a parent's written voluntary release that relinquishes all of the parent's parental rights to the child.
(2) The... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2018
I think the answer is yes.
Ms code 63-7-23(4) Any lamps illuminated when the vehicle is in motion, other than those expressly required or permitted by the provisions of this chapter, shall, if visible from the front, display a white or amber light; if visible from either side, display an... View More
My son was convicted and sentenced to life in prison under a name and social security number not belonging to him
answered on Mar 13, 2018
It depends. It may be worthwhile to have a local attorney review the case. Often local attorneys offer a free consultation.
The person that set me up is now willing to tell the truth about how she set me up becouse her mother wanted me locked away. Was begged for over a half an hour. Told her didnt want to do it multiple times. Wouldnt stop begging. Finaly did it so i woild be left alone. Got me giving her $20 worth of... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2018
In some instances a felony or minor in possession charges can be expunged. Expungement removes “all records relating to an arrest, indictment, trial, and finding of guilt, in order to restore one to the status occupied prior thereto….” Stallworth v. State, 160 So. 3d 1161, 1163 (Miss. 2015).... View More
My ex wife is trying to move to Michigan and take my kids.
answered on Feb 4, 2018
You may want to contact a Mississippi attorney today to discuss getting an emergency order from the Chancery court regarding custody.
answered on Feb 3, 2018
The first question to ask is whether there were beneficiaries selected on the life insurance policy. If there were the life insurance proceeds often pass directly to the beneficiaries listed on the policy in the amounts listed.
If there are no surviving beneficiaries, or the form was not... View More
Wkmans comp is offering 10% of my weekly compensation for 175 weeks is this offer the correct amount ? I live in ms
answered on Feb 2, 2018
Most offers will also need to include future medical expenses you will incur as a result of the injury. This will usually be in the form of a discussion with your physician about follow up visits, medications or other things you may need in the future.
You may want to consult with a... View More
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