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They said I cannot accept gifts from clients, but this was only told to me afterwards, and I couldn't find anything in my employee handbook about it either. The truck was legally purchased with a bill of sales, and the title signed over. Do I have to give the truck back? Besides termination,... View More 
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Massachusetts, if you purchased a truck from an elderly client while working for an Adult Foster Care company, and the company is now requesting you to return the vehicle citing policies against accepting gifts from clients, the legality of keeping the truck depends on several factors. If the... View More
My uncle was deemed incompetent but I think he seems with it to me when I talk to him. When I was a nurse I know patients were with it certain times of day. Why can't he make me POA like he says he wants. He has been in long term care for 2 years
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
To become a guardian in New York, especially for someone deemed legally incompetent, you would start by filing a petition for guardianship in the court that has jurisdiction over the matter, which could be the Surrogate's Court or Supreme Court in the county where your uncle resides, such as... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Louisiana, obtaining a divorce, even with the intention of relinquishing rights to children, may not be entirely free due to court fees and possible attorney costs. However, low-income individuals might qualify for a fee waiver or reduced-cost legal services through legal aid organizations. The... View More
I got my probation terminated early. I said that I was having trouble getting a job and that I was going to try to get a certain job. Will they check up to make sure that I got the job?
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In California, once your probation is terminated early, typically, the probation department or the court does not conduct follow-up checks to verify specific circumstances like employment status, unless there was a specific condition set forth in your probation termination order that requires such... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Kansas, child support calculations are based on several factors, including both parents' incomes, the number of children, and the time each parent spends with the children, among other considerations. The state uses specific guidelines to determine the amount of child support, aiming to... View More
Was in wreck cause defective ball joint upon hitting a guardrail at 50mph the air bag did not go off so hit the windshield twice which slit my face open. Filed complaint pac took over claim, then said they was escalated to esis. Esis denied the claim cause statue of repose, so remessaged pac whom... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Indiana, determining whether a claim is governed by a statute of limitations or a statute of repose depends on the specific nature of the claim. The statute of limitations sets the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings may be initiated, while the statute of repose limits the... View More
Also completed many programs and received many certificates. Unfortunately the charge was aggravated assault,and disorderly conduct. If he hasn't gotten any tickets in prison, and working, and staying out of trouble. Could he apply for parole late 2024? Thank you!
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Arizona, eligibility for parole depends on the specific laws and guidelines that govern parole decisions, including the type of offense committed and the individual's behavior while incarcerated. For someone sentenced to 3 and a half years for aggravated assault and disorderly conduct,... View More
If in your apartment contract it says they can tow if you don't have updated registration does that also count for the tabs or would they need to see your registration paper to determine if it's up to date?
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Washington, if your apartment complex's contract specifies that they can tow vehicles without updated registration, and you haven't affixed the current tabs to your car, this could be grounds for towing under that policy. The contract likely considers visible, up-to-date tabs as part... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In California, hospitals themselves do not have the authority to serve eviction notices as they are not landlords in the traditional sense of a housing or rental agreement. However, if the hospital is acting on behalf of a connected skilled nursing facility, assisted living, or another type of... View More
I currently sell dog collars and dog leashes, which are both class 18. I plan to soon start selling backpacks, which are also class 18. If I only get the trademark for the collars and leashes, will it also protect the backpacks that I plan to sell later?
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Georgia, obtaining a trademark for specific goods within a class, such as dog collars and leashes in class 18, provides protection for those specific goods but doesn't automatically extend to all goods within the same class. While trademarks are registered under specific classes to broadly... View More
They received money for a class. Do they have to declare something is confidential to be covered? Can my employer ask me to share what I learned with management and staff?
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Pennsylvania, when you sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for a class paid for by your employer, the terms of the NDA dictate what information is considered confidential and what can be disclosed. Typically, NDAs require specific mention of what constitutes confidential information, which... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In New Mexico, as in other states, store owners or managers have the right to refuse service to anyone or ask someone to leave their property for almost any reason that is not discriminatory under federal or state law (e.g., based on race, religion, gender, etc.). If a person refuses to leave after... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In South Carolina, if your divorce is not finalized by the time of your child's birth, your husband is presumed to be the legal father of the child due to the marriage. This presumption can complicate putting your boyfriend's name on the birth certificate at the time of birth. However,... View More
Can I have the original child support order reopened?
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
Yes, in California, if your ex-husband has not honored an agreement related to child support, you generally have the option to seek enforcement or reinstatement of the original child support order through the court. If the case was officially closed with the court, you would need to file a motion... View More
I have had solar panels on my roof for over a year and they are still non-functional. The Company has failed the city inspection 6 times and has yet to re-schedule, what I believe to be the final correction, for over 3 months. I am paying for the solar loan and PG&E, which I was told adding... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
Yes, you can consider suing your solar energy installer for the issues you've described. Given that the solar panels have been non-functional for over a year, with the company failing city inspections six times and not scheduling a correction for over three months, you may have grounds for... View More
Do I need attorney for this I asked county child support they are giving me a runaround
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Wisconsin, to remove a child support lien from your vehicle and get the title back after paying what you owe, you typically do not need an attorney. First, pay the outstanding amount to the county child support agency that issued the lien. After payment, the agency should provide you with a lien... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In West Virginia, if you're a minor caught shoplifting items valued at $30, the consequences will depend on several factors, including your previous criminal history, the specific circumstances of the offense, and the judge's discretion. For a first-time minor offense, the court may lean... View More
I have been married to their father (who is a narcissist) for almost 20 years. The kids are high school age. The marriage is abusive- emotionally and sexually and has been for a very long time. I am ready to leave. However, a relative of his owns our home. It is his one day inheritance. We do not... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In North Carolina, you can move out of the family home with your children, especially in situations involving abuse. However, it's important to proceed carefully to avoid potential legal complications, particularly concerning custody. Without an existing court order, both parents typically... View More
Especially when the technician was taking photos and videos of our belongings? The homeowner now wants us evicted and gone by the 29th and we were never given a chance to remedy the issue or a written notice of the eviction.
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In North Carolina, a property management company is generally required to provide tenants with notice before sending a repair technician to the property, especially when it involves entering the living spaces and taking photos or videos of personal belongings. This requirement is meant to respect... View More
amazon claims that the shipment was not labeled according to their policy and therefore disposed of it, My question is. attached to the shipment were the shipping documents with all my info my name, contact info, etc. Did Amazon have the legal right to dispose of my goods or did they have to notify... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In New York, as an Amazon seller facing the situation where your shipment was disposed of by Amazon due to alleged non-compliance with labeling policies, the key legal question revolves around the terms of the agreement between you and Amazon, particularly regarding their fulfillment services... View More
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