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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Probate for Louisiana on
Q: My brother passed away earlier this year. He had property that would have gone to his unmarried son.

The son never did succession and has now passed. Who would the property belong to? Would succession have to be done on my nephew if he didn’t have any possessions?

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on May 5, 2023

It is hightly recommended that you consult a succession lawyer in your are to discuss the specifics of this situation, including whether the best way to proceed in this matter. Also, in reading your post, it is not clear if there is a will for either deceased person or you are relying upon the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Is there a lawyer that will type up the documents for a divorce if we agree on everything so I can submit them?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on May 5, 2023

I am unclear as to exactly what you are seeking however because there are potential incidental matters to a divorce, which could include, child custody, child support, spousal support (permanent and temporary), & community property to name a few, I would highly recommend that you contact a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Consumer Law, Contracts and Products Liability for Louisiana on
Q: Car was involved in a MVA in July 2022. Car is still in the shop 9 months later. Car was 1 year old when MVA happened

Honda Motors has been unable to provide a replacement seat belt part. I have been in contact with Honda Motors and the repair shop EVERY month and each month they say the part is coming but then gets pushed back every month. It is now 9 months and they have told me again that the part was coming... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 25, 2023

You need to contact a lawyer to discuss the specifics of your matter. I do not know if you were at fault in the accident and/or how ypour repairs are getting paid, but most lawyers who handle motor vehicle accidents will provide you a free initial consultation---use the Justia Find a Lawyer tab... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: Received summons for a simple battery charge alleged in 2015.

While conducting background check in Orleans police dept, was informed of a misdemeanor battery charge filed against me in 2015. Was given summons to appear. Would this be dismissible under statute of limitations or failing to prosecute within a required deadline?

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 12, 2023

From your post, what actually happened is unclear. After you received the summons what happened? If there was never formal prosecution---a bring of the charges in Court, then it is most likely too late to bring formal charges. If formal charges were brought against you and you were to appear in... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Estate Planning and Probate for Oklahoma on
Q: My sister was killed by an 18 wheeler in Oklahoma in Feb 2022 & has a surviving Husband and 2 children as well a mother.

The husband was appointed Admin for her Estate and only listed himself and his 2 children as sole and only heirs. A Notice of Settlement of the civil case was posted on March 23, 2023, but the Final Account and petition for distribution and discharge is coming up April 25th. My question is, does... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 11, 2023

Q. Should my mother seek an Oklahoma attorney and make the court date for the Final account and petition?

A, Yes---the mother should contact an Oklahoma accident/injury attorney for the purpose of determining whether or not she has any rights as a result of her daughter's death....
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Georgia on
Q: If you have verbally agreed to a plea deal via email but not yet in open court can you change your mind?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 6, 2023

I am not completely sure what you mean by verbally agree to a plea deal via email, however in answer to your question, you have a right to change your mind, but the prosecution (or other side) also has the right to change its mind and/or be more difficult with you in future negotiations. If you... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Louisiana on
Q: Is there a way to fight a ticket for not coming to a complete stop at a stop sign?

I paused and checked for oncoming traffic. And I thought I came to a complete stop, however I was issued a citation for not coming to a complete stop

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 6, 2023

Yes, go to Court and inform the Court and prosecution you want to go to trial---that said the best advice I can give is that the accused consult with a lawyer prior to any court date as it will assist the accused in identifying options and priorities. Or even better than a consult with a lawyer is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Do i need to attend personally to a court hearing or can my lawyer represent me

if i move overseas

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Apr 5, 2023

If you have a lawyer, then please ask this to your lawyer----your lawyer is in the best position to know and answer your question. There are different ways of obtaining a divorce depending on each person's situation and some of them would require you to be present in court; others do not.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Louisiana on
Q: I was served a citation for a defaulted loan. Myself and the loan company have since made an agreement. How do I respond

I was served on the 21st, we made the agreement on the 22nd, and I need to file a pleading by the 31st.

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 24, 2023

You need to file some sort of pleading, which I would suggest be an Answer, so that the loan company cannot seek a judgment without your being aware of it. Also, if you have the finances at this time, I suggest you contact a lawyer and ask for a 30 minute consult to discuss this case as well as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: What portion of out of pocket medical expense is non custodial parent responsible for?

I am custodial with joint custody of our 16 year old daughter. Always been a stay at home mom. Remarried for 11 years. Ex husband CHOSE first four days of each month visitation only. He exercised this 3 x in 12 mons. Makes over $60,000 a year and pays $500 per month court ordered support. He has... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 22, 2023

You need to review the order/judgment signed by the presiding Judge and see if it answers the questions you are asking. If it says that he is responsible for some of these costs, then yes, he is responsible. If the wording is vague then you should consult with a family law attorney in your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Idaho on
Q: Why is my insurance only offering me ACV instead of replacement value when I was not at fault in a car crash?

I was in a car crash in February, I was not at fault. My vehicle was a total loss. The other drivers insurance accepted liability but the car replacement cost is being handled by my insurance. Even though I was not at fault, my insurance is saying I am only entitled to actual cash value for the... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 13, 2023

That is most likely what your insurance agreement provides----ACV for a totaled vehicle. That said, this is awfully unfair and to protect your interests, you should contact an accident/injury lawyer or a general practice attorney or a bad faith insurance attorney in your area and discuss your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Tennessee on
Q: I had a wreck in a enterprise rental car I was t boned. I received a ticket for not providing insurance. 03/23/2022

I went to court they dismissed the ticket. When I rented the car I had told them I wanted their insurance and it is on my agreement. I sent in the accident report now the state is taking my license and I have to pay for the other vehicle enterprise said if I didn’t have insurance they would... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 13, 2023

First of all, if you were not at fault in the accident then you (your insurance company) should not have to pay anything to the other driver. That said, what you need to do now is to notify your insurance company of the auto accident and let them review this matter and let you know whether or not... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: Is my my ex wife responsible for tutor expenses for homeschool?

I recently went to mediation with my ex wife. From the mediation, she is now responsible for “100% of homeschool expenses” ( how it is written in our mediation agreement) To add to the background information, I have 50% custody of my four kids and I we now share a 7 day custody agreement. I... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 13, 2023

If you had an attorney representing you, then please ask your attorney. If you did not have an attorney representing you, then I would suggest reading the agreement/order and see if tutoring is specifically mentioned. If it is mot, then unless both parties intended "tutor expense" to be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Louisiana on
Q: Last will and testament.

Hello,

I was wondering, what happens, if I exclude my children from my last will and leave everything to my spouse, but list one of the children as a beneficiary in case my husband dies before me.

Would it be a conflicting information that could possibly lead to considering the last... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 13, 2023

You are correct in that it could be improper but by itself it probably would not invalidate the rest of the will-----that said, your post shows why you should hire an attorney to prepare your will so that it is drafted correctly and provides what you want to happen to your estate upon your passing.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: Am I required to pay the 60 days of rent if the lease was broken due to rodent infestation? Or should I get a lawyer?⚠️

The lease has a 60 days termination notice. Does that have to be paid to break the lease due to a landlord issue? What should I do?

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 27, 2023

If you have a written lease, then you need to read it---there should be a section which discusses under what conditions the tenant (and/or the landlord) has the right to obtain early termination without penalty. If the section is difficult to understand then you may want to contact a lawyer for a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I move with my two children to another state without their father knowing where we move? We’re not married.

The children do have their dads last name on birth certificate.

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 24, 2023

What is the father's involvement with the children and have there been any legal proceedings involving the children in which rulings/judgments/orders have occurred as to custody, child support, visitation and/or otherwise involving the children. Also, is doing this in the best interests of... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Military Law and Social Security for Louisiana on
Q: Need ask for assistance preparing a will
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 24, 2023

Supplementing attorney Tournet's post, I recommend that you consult and have a lawyer prepare your will. You want a will so that your the distribution of your estate is as you desire and an estate planning or wills lawyer is the best person to accomplish this----please use the Justia Find a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: my husband has filed for a no fault divorce while he was cheating on me throughout n was involved in adultery n voilance

i have minor child i want to know what are my legal rights

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 23, 2023

To best protect your rights, you will need to have a lawyer in the legal proceedings. As such, you should really begin meeting and consulting with a family law attorney(s) in your area so you can hire the one with whom you are most comfortable. There are many issues involved, including but not... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Foreclosure, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Louisiana on
Q: What is the law on renewed judgements? I had a judgement renewed after the 10 years was over. See more.

In 2012 I fell behind on mobile home loan and was told if not caught up It would be repossessed. I immediately caught it up but they said judgement would stay for the remaining loan term and i didnt need to go in every 3 years like before when loan matured. It was financed for 12 years only the... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 22, 2023

You have a lot of information and most people who want to provide you an informed answer would like to see a copy of the original judgment and when it was recorded as well as a copy of the "renewed" judgment and when it was recorded to see if the process for revival of a judgment was done... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Louisiana on
Q: Grandmother passed away will left everything to their 3 children. Grandfather passed away left it all to 2 Grandchildren

Grandmother passed 2 years ago, will leaves it all to their 3 children. Grandpa passed a month ago and leaves it all to me and my brother. Whose stands? How is community property split?

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 13, 2023

Since two successions will need to be open, i highly recommend that a successions/probate attorney in the area your grandparents passed be contacted and hired to handle both matters. You do not indicate if grandpa had a will but since it does not go to all children, the most likely there's a... View More

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