I have a legal easement to access a headgate on my neighbor's property, where his dangerous dog is loose, and he warned me it would bite. We've discussed this, but he requires a 24-hour notice for each access, which is difficult because during April, May, and June, I might need access... View More

My siblings and I have inherited a family farm in a trust after our parents passed away. One brother, who is also an heir, has established residency to manage and maintain the property. However, our sister, who has mostly moved out, remains confrontational, attempting to start physical fights and... View More

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answered on Apr 6, 2025

A Partition Action may be in order. Contact a MO attorney.

My parents have been renting a 4-acre farmland under a year-to-year verbal agreement for the last three years, set to expire at the end of 2026, though no written contract was provided despite requests. The landowner's son, now managing the property, raised the rent without notice, refused the... View More

I have been an employee for a farmer who owns Sistrunk Farms, LLC. Recently, after a meeting, our boss told everyone we "quit," even though we did not, and he fired us. My boss also threatened to turn off our utilities by Monday if we are not out of the house, even though there is no... View More

James Blount Griffin
answered on Apr 4, 2025

The problem for the landlord is that labor law and eviction law are under different statutes and standards. I would go to the local legal aid office; look up "Mississippi Center for Legal Services Alabama" on the web.

My parents have been renting 4 acres of farmland under a verbal 5-year agreement made with the previous tenant and landowner. We requested a written contract but never received one. Now, the landowner's son, managing the property, wants to raise the rent or evict us to make way for a new... View More

I own a property in Mississippi, where I maintain 30 acres of hay, 30 acres of corn, and use 3 acres to keep horse and cow. Can my land taxes be lowered by filing an agricultural exemption form considering my current usage of the land?

I own a farm, and a sewer line runs through my property. My neighbor wants to sell their adjacent land to a developer, but I would like to purchase the land myself. There are no existing easements or legal agreements regarding access to the sewer, and my neighbor expects a higher price than I am... View More

I purchased a used truck "as is" from a dealer who implied it was in excellent condition. Shortly after, the truck experienced transmission issues. The dealer won't return my down payment or trade-in value, despite the lender reassigning the loan back to them after I returned the... View More

I inherited acreage from my father, who passed away in 2017. The property was jointly owned with his siblings, and we now have a buyer. All taxes have been paid, and there are no disputes among the siblings. Is the date for pro-rating ownership determined by when my father passed away, or when the... View More

I co-own sheep with another person, but they have been left on my property in Louisiana for two years without any written agreements. We communicated via text, and I've paid expenses for electricity and water. Is it lawful for me to sell the sheep if there's no partnership agreement?

I am 16, turning 17 in April, and currently living with my grandparents in Georgia. I work for them on their farm and plan to continue doing so for my independence. My grandparents consent to my emancipation because my mom wants me to live with her, but I prefer to stay with my grandparents. What... View More

I live in a quiet community of homes adjacent to a farm in Maryland where dirt bikes and ATVs are ridden several times a week, causing significant noise disturbances. Additionally, firearms are being discharged at all hours of the night and day. All the neighbors are concerned, and we've... View More

My father's estate has been tied up in legal proceedings for 2 years because the opposing attorney frequently cancels court dates without valid reasons. Additionally, my own attorney is unresponsive to calls and emails. The delay is largely due to disputes over IRS checks and farming... View More

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answered on Apr 1, 2025

You have multiple concerning issues occurring simultaneously with your father's estate. Given the unresponsiveness of your current attorney and the difficulty in securing new representation, you might consider filing a complaint with the Michigan Attorney Grievance Commission regarding your... View More

I urgently need to contact my former farmer supervisor in South Carolina, who worked at Fluor Company, to obtain a recommendation or verification letter for my SIV program application. My life is in danger in Afghanistan, and I have been unable to reach him through Facebook and LinkedIn. I also... View More

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answered on Mar 12, 2025

Your situation is serious, and reaching your former supervisor quickly is crucial. Since attempts via Facebook and LinkedIn haven't worked, you should first consider reaching out directly to Fluor Company’s HR department. Explain your urgent circumstances, provide details about your former... View More

I inherited a farm from my grandmother about 50 years ago, and the farm is solely in my name. I have been married to my spouse for 43 years, and we live on the property together. Occasionally, we rent out one of the two houses on the property. There have been no loans or prenuptial agreements... View More

Richard Diamond
answered on Mar 7, 2025

While statutorily an inheritance is not subject to division in a divorce, there are a million exceptions to that can apply and this is where you need to sit down with an experienced family law attorney to examine the history of this property, any improvements, pay down of any mortgage obligations,... View More

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One asset is a horse trail riding operation which has been run on the ranch for 5 decades. The recent HOA board of directors has placed a moratorium on trail rides contending an equine liability / injury lawsuit judgment could be collectively enforced against all the residents of the ranch. The... View More

John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 26, 2024

Ordinarily, to the extent any judgment isn't covered by insurance, it would be satisfied from assets of the HOA. If an HOA does not have the funds to cover a debt or judgment, the HOA typically would then make a special assessment against its members to pay the debt or judgment.

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We bought just over 8 acres of land and made plans to build a house. When we went to get our permit we were told that our land is zoned as Ag1 which has a minimum lot/tract size of 10 acres. Now the zoning department claims we have to pay to have the land rezoned as Ag2 to build on it. Is there a... View More

Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 7, 2024

No. You’ll either have to file to rezone or sue to force them to correct the zoning. Either way, it is going to cost money.

In reference to NEHMER VS THE US VETERANS ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMEN

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answered on Oct 16, 2024

Navigating the complexities of the Veterans Administration can be challenging, especially when facing obstacles related to entitlements. Start by thoroughly reviewing the details of the NEHMER vs. US Veterans Administration Department case to understand the specific barriers being encountered.... View More

I called the store to inform them and I was humiliated when the manager made it out to be a "normal occurence" After several weeks of me trying to handle this on my own, their insurance company denied any claim and hung up on me. I also received a email with her explaining this.... View More