Questions Answered by Lucas Wynne
Q: Can a prime contractor legally withhold money from 1 completed contract to compensate for a separate job contract?
This sounds like a law school contracts question. Unfortunately, no attorney can confidently answer this one without actually seeing the contracts.
Q: This case is about me I want to reopen my criminal case and get a new trial based off misrepresentation is that possible
Answered on Jan 16, 2019
Many people attempt to do this and fail. More would need to be known about your particular case. You do not want to file a frivolous motion with any court as doing so will just cost you a lot of time and headache. With that being said, if an attorney violated the rules and that resulted in a conviction for you, it is probably worth exploring. You may be looking for what is called post conviction relief, but I would highly suggest you do not go about it on your own if it all possible. Call a few...
Q: Can my divorce attorney later be the states prosecuting attorney against me in a child welfare case involving CPS or DHS
More would need to be known about the situation, but it certainly sounds like a conflict of interest on its face, you should inform the judge.
Q: If I signed a non compete contract for a business in Minnesota, is it still valid if I move to North Dakota?
Firstly, some noncompete contracts are invalid as a matter of law and not worth the paper they’re written on. Secondly, no attorney can answer this question without actually seeing the contract. If I were you, I would bring the contract to an attorney, pay them a basic fee to review and issue you an opinion.
Q: If I wanted to take the mother of my child to court for visitation rights would I need an attorney in the state she's in
Generally, you will need an attorney in the state where the child has resided for the past six months.
Q: Recently charged with a DUI. First time offender, blew .175 at the station. Do I need a lawyer or just go to court?
My suggestion is usually the same, if you need a doctor for a surgery, then you will need a lawyer for court.
Q: I got a dui in Watford City ND and I live in Oklahoma and I can’t afford to make it back to court in ND what do I do?
Call and hire a defense lawyer in North Dakota rather than allow a warrant that can impact your employment and housing options go unhandled. Attorneys like myself handle this exact situation every day.
Q: In North Dakota, If a girl is younger than 15, and says she is 18, (and looks 18) can you be charged for GSI?
Yes, your best bet is to call a criminal defense lawyer like myself to discuss your options before you speak with anybody or post information about your case online.
Q: Father of my daughter won’t let me see my daughter unless “I get a lawyer” I know this is not true
If it is a court ordered parenting plan, then you need to get an attorney to hold him responsible. If it is not, then you need to bring him to court to get one.
Q: Can you get 2nd off intent to deliver meth N.D.C.C. 19-03.1-23(1)(a)(1) if 1st is for 1/8 pot does 19-03.1-22.2 pertain
Answered on Aug 31, 2018
You are way over your head on this and need a defense attorney. No attorney can give you a real answer until they see the charging documents and evidence. Even if the charging documents made an error, the evidence could negate that error.
Q: How can someone 'prove' self-defense when the person who assualted you lies saying they never hit me and filed charges?
It is the lawyer's decision, not the client's, in choosing which motions to make. If you want to prove facts of the case, trial is the place and time to do just that.
Q: I was sexually harassed at my job by the general manager I made the complaint to the owner of the company I was terminat
You should retain a lawyer to assist you. If your story occurred as-described, you likely have a claim. Attorneys like myself assist people who are wrongfully terminated for similar reasons.
Q: What should I do if I'm injured in a car accident and the other driver leaves the scene before I can get his/her info?
You will need an attorney to help you investigate the claim. Many attorneys who do personal injury claims (like myself) do not charge for investigation of the case. However, the willingness of an attorney to take on your specific case depends on the injuries sustained and likelihood of recovery. What types of injury did you sustain?
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