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answered on Jan 7, 2022
Only valuable collector cars increase much in value to result in much of a taxable capital gain, although the used car market is seeing higher prices. But it doesn't matter, since an heir takes an asset at its current fair market value. If the heir sells immediately at the same fair market... View More 
answered on Jan 7, 2022
Without permission of the owner of the copyrights in those characters and their images, that would violate US Copyright Laws for which there can be civil and criminal penalties if the owner learns of your use. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local intellectual property attorney who can... View More
I had a short fling with an old friend, found out he had an extensive criminal record, that includes DV, and drug use and multiple thefts.He’s threatened to come to my house if I didn’t answer the phone. I tried co parenting but when he found out I was getting my conceal carry he said if I did... View More
answered on Jan 6, 2022
If you were not married to him, and a court has not granted him any parental rights to your child, then he has none, and as the mother, you have sole legal custody and decide who gets to spend time with your child, or can prohibit all contact. You could initiate action to have him pay child... View More
We are current living in my parents camper due to a unknown to us eviction in 2020. My dad wants us to pay rent. Catcher we had to buy a small space heater due to no working heater in camper, we've had to buy plastic for windows, insulation board, weathering straps to put on the door. All the... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2022
If there is no written lease, then it is a month to month tenancy that can be terminated by either landlord or tenant by giving 30 days written notice. If you refuse to pay rent, landlord can terminate the lease and evict you. An eviction filing would make it difficult for you to rent from a... View More
In 2015 I purchased a home. My ex(never married) and I, months later, after putting a lot of work into the house, split. Her and her father went behind my back to the loan office and drew up the paperwork to sell her the house for the same price I bought it for. I signed them. I didn't know... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2022
You'll have to have an attorney review all the facts and advise you if you have any possible claims, such as fraud, or whether you might negotiate a resolution. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney.
My mom uses my diabetes as a excuse for me not to walk places even though I have a phone if something bad happens then she said if I get a job and buy my own car and get a license she is going to call the police if i go somewhere by car or walk but I would be 16 when I do all this and what would... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2022
Every teen thinks their parents are too strict. But Ohio does not allow a minor to seek emancipation. Emancipation cannot be accomplished by an act of the child alone. Emancipation is generally through the act of the child's parents regarding terminating child support for that child. A... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2022
Children are not responsible. But your debts would be paid from your estate, and your assets might otherwise be paid to your children with proper estate planning. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local estate planning attorney who can review your situation and advise you how estate planning... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2022
Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local family law attorney who can review all the facts and circumstances and advise you of your options and how to proceed in court. The judge will determine what is in the best interest of the child.
I am adopted but am hating it here I'm 16 but we have never gotten along. I would like to live somewhere else there is lots of emotional and physical stuff that goes on. would I be able to legally move to my live with my dad in his custody since he never lost it in the first place?
answered on Jan 3, 2022
Talk to a teacher, school counselor, or other trusted adult about your situation at home. They will know how to help you.
answered on Dec 31, 2021
If you can't work out a payment plan, then you will have to sue him and/or his company, depending on which was the borrower. You can sue in common pleas court, and you will need an attorney. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local litigation attorney. But he could file bankruptcy or the... View More
Knowledge. I was not prevented from going there at the time. Since then she has gotten a dv charge for hurting me, yet was able to successfully petition a court order baring me from the residence even to get my belongings. This, despite me paying the entire mortgage while she makes nearly 3 times... View More
answered on Dec 31, 2021
You have a complicated situation and will need an attorney to represent you. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local divorce attorney to review all the circumstances and advise you.
I rented a house in Canton Ohio, signed an 18 month lease in October. we haven't had heat since we moved in, even though the landlord promised to get it up and going. it's now the end of December and we still don't have heat, hot water, or a working stove - an appliance that came... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2021
Yes, you can terminate the lease. But landlord could sue you. Landlord is required to provide heat and hot water by Ohio law. Contact the Board of Health to have them document the problems, so if the landlord sues, you have that as proof.
My son's mom lives in Illinois and we have never had an order done before. We were not married and I'm trying to figure out the easiest way to get this done without her having to come to Ohio for the affadavit or me to Illinois for the same reason. Any help is appreciated!
answered on Dec 22, 2021
Judges don't sign affidavits. They sign orders and decrees. If a court has not granted you any parental rights, then the mother has sole legal custody. You'll need an attorney to review your situation and advise you what needs to be filed with the court. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to... View More
He has been in his life since he was born.
answered on Dec 22, 2021
I agree with the prior answer. If unmarried, the child's mother has sole legal custody until the father goes to court and the court grants him parental rights. The judge decides what sort of parenting arrangement is in the best interest of the child based on all the facts provided as... View More
My child’s father is constantly in and out of his life, usually for 6-9 months at a time, especially when he is single. He has been going to his house regularly because he has a girlfriend and a house to live in but she has told me that he has been beating on her and putting holes in the walls,... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2021
It is not possible to answer your question on-line. It depends on all the facts and circumstances. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local family law attorney who can review your situation and advise you of your options. A judge must determine what is in the best interest of the child in... View More
Mom has Alzheimers and is in nursing home. How does dad go about changing deed to his name only?
answered on Dec 14, 2021
If she is not mentally competent, then it is too late for her to execute a POA to anyone. POAs, wills, and other estate planning documents should be executed before the need arises. He should use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local estate planning attorney to review the situation and advise... View More
The owner is not available to have the affidavit notarized. Can I, his office manager, sign the affidavit as his representative. This is in Ohio
answered on Dec 14, 2021
A company representative who is properly identified in the affidavit and has knowledge of the facts stated in the affidavit that are required to be in the lien affidavit, can sign the affidavit, which then must be recorded within the time limit and properly served on the property owner within that... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2021
If you were never married and no court has granted him any parental rights, then you have sole legal custody. If you separate, the father could file with the court for parental rights. If he did, you could file for child support.
We live in the same house, but he’s a truck driver and is only home on weekends. We have not slept in the same bed in 17 years. He has sever ED and so we have not had sexual relations in 17 years. HOWEVER I have been faithful the entire time. In fact we don’t sleep in the same room. The only... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2021
The outcome for your divorce that you have described seems reasonable. Your attorney will tell you what is needed for the attorney to fill out the required forms to file with the court - mostly bank account statements and other financial information, tax returns, monthly income and expenses, both... View More
I am on disability. What do I do. He said it's due to increased operating expenses
answered on Dec 6, 2021
If there is no written lease, then it is a month to month tenancy, and landlord or tenant can terminate it at the end of any month by giving 30 days' written notice. If you don't pay the new rent amount, then he can give you a 30 day notice to terminate the lease. If you don't... View More
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