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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Arkansas on
Q: The drunk driver insurance company filed bankruptcy. They are the defendant I am the plaintiff, but I was the passenger.

The driver, my ex-boyfriend just got all his medical took care of the lawyer paid and money in his pocket and I was told I’m sorry I don’t know how I can help you now because the other guys insurance company is incomplete bankruptcy. They forgot about my injuries when he turned everything in to... View More

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answered on Feb 5, 2024

I'm sorry for your accident and ordeal. There are too many things to sort out here than can be addressed in a brief post. The best thing you can do is to arrange a free initial consult with an attorney. An experienced attorney could examine your matter in more detail - your injuries, the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Agricultural Law, Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Arkansas on
Q: what are Arkansas law regarding existing fencing that has been in place for more than 10+ yrs?

Property we bought about 11 yrs ago had already fencing around it from neighbors. We left it as such and built more fencing that ran into already built parts and have repaired older fencing. Now a neighbor bought some of the property from newer neighbors and want to tear down existing fencing and... View More

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Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 10, 2024

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Your question may run deeper than technicalities about fence construction. Your post suggests a property dispute. You could repost and add "Real Estate" as a category. If this involves adverse possession... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Products Liability and Construction Law for Arkansas on
Q: My roofer stalled rustic cedar after I turned down many times asking to wait till hickory was back in cause that’s wha

I ordered hickory and said it multiple times even have screen shots of text and they said that’s what they finally got in stock and installed. Then found extra package of rustic cedar which I had said no too. No wonder I told them it didn’t look like the color I ordered. What to do

Tim Akpinar
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answered on Mar 4, 2024

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. An attorney would probably want to see the terms of your agreement to advise meaningfully. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Securities Law for Arkansas on
Q: I have shares from 1939 for bf good rich my grandparents left how do I redeem it I have photos
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answered on Feb 1, 2024

To redeem shares from 1939 for BF Goodrich that your grandparents left, you'll need to follow these steps:

1. Contact the Company: Start by contacting the company directly, or its successor, that issued the shares. In this case, you should reach out to BF Goodrich or the current...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Tax Law for Arkansas on
Q: Where could I call and find out all the property in my name threw out the whole country also to find out what bank accou

Accounts for closers and what vehicles are registered in my name and who uses me on there taxes or if I'm on theirs

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answered on Jan 30, 2024

To gather information about all the properties in your name throughout the country, you would need to conduct a comprehensive property search. This typically involves reaching out to county assessor's offices or tax authorities in each county where you suspect you may have property. You can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Arkansas on
Q: I went to jail. The 1st & 3rd I was raped in the cell by a male trustee
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answered on Jan 29, 2024

I'm truly sorry to hear about your experience in jail. Sexual assault is a serious matter, and it's crucial to take immediate action. First and foremost, seek medical attention to address any physical injuries and collect evidence.

Contact law enforcement to report the sexual...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Arkansas on
Q: What Happenes in a P.R.E.A. case and is it even worth pursuing
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answered on Jan 29, 2024

A Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) case involves allegations of sexual abuse or harassment that occur within a correctional facility. Pursuing a PREA case is important as it addresses violations of inmates' rights to be free from sexual misconduct while incarcerated.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Arkansas on
Q: I have also been harassed by a neighboring tenant when I am a property owner of 25 years. No investigation and dismissed

After 25 years a tenant moved in 5 years ago next door. They trespassed the very first night. It escalated to property damage. Then terroristic threatening. Along with criminal mischief and defamation. Because of my reaction to the lackadaisical type of treatment I was given I've been written... View More

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answered on Jan 27, 2024

I'm very sorry to hear about the horrible harassment you have endured from a neighbor for years without getting sufficient help from law enforcement. Your frustration is completely understandable. While the authorities dismissing your concerns is undoubtedly unfair, there may still be some... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Arkansas on
Q: Can I sue if my experience with my job overseeing a racially offensive comment and not hearing anything back from it?

1 year and 3 months ago I turned my manager in to hr for making a racially offensive comment and they said her manager took care of it but I just found out he new nothing of it. I cant stop thinking of it and when i do i just cry even now just typingAm I able to sue? Since they really didn't... View More

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

Based on the details provided, you may have a potential basis to pursue legal action against your employer for a racial discrimination and hostile work environment claim:

1. Your manager made an insensitive and offensive comment tying racial stereotypes to your birthday celebration plans....
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Arkansas on
Q: If a vehicle is repossessed by a tow company then vehicle returned to the buyer but personal property was missing

The tow company has my belongings but won't return them what do I need to do to get my personal property back?

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answered on Jan 31, 2024

If your personal property was missing after your vehicle was repossessed and then returned to you by a tow company, you can take the following steps to get your belongings back:

Contact the Tow Company: Reach out to the tow company that handled the repossession and return of your vehicle....
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking and Business Law for Arkansas on
Q: Is there anything you can do to reclaim money lost in a scam? Or file a loss for the item you paid for but did not get?

The money lost was a loan from the bank. The bank wired the money to the scam account. Money was taken and item was never received. Do banks have some kind of insurance to cover things like this? Can you file a loss/theft with your insurance since you never received the item?

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answered on Jan 31, 2024

If you've lost a significant sum of money in a scam where your bank wired the funds to the scammer's account and the item you paid for was never received, there are steps you can take to address this situation. While banks may have fraud protection measures in place, it's essential... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Wrongful Death for Arkansas on
Q: Why is inciting someone to commit murder a class Y felony and murder a class A felony

In 2011 a sister called her brother because she was angry with her boyfriend and provided false information which angered the brother to the extent he took a handgun, drove to the sister & boyfriend's residence, lay in wait for the boyfriend and shot him in the chest. The brother was... View More

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answered on Jan 23, 2024

There are a few reasons why the sister in this case may not have been charged, even though inciting murder is generally a more serious felony than murder itself in Arkansas:

1. Evidentiary issues - While the sister allegedly provided false information that incited the shooting, proving that...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Real Estate Law for Arkansas on
Q: My mom passed recently. The deed to her property has my grandmother then my mother's name and her heirs. My grandmother

Added her in 2016. Now my grandmother wants me to sign some paperwork back to her.

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answered on Jan 22, 2024

If the deed to the property includes your mother's name "and her heirs," it suggests that upon your mother's passing, her share in the property would legally pass to her heirs, which likely includes you. Before signing any paperwork to transfer your interest in the property back... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arkansas on
Q: if three people are in a vehicle and are pulled over and arrestws because of what the officer says is the Blanket Law

There was one bag. The arresting officer took a picture and it weighed 5 grams, the state crime lab repot says one bag and weighed 4.16 grams. The person who had the drugs tried to hide them in the vehicle. Now in court the one person is being charged with 2< andthe other two are being charged... View More

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answered on Jan 22, 2024

In a situation where multiple people in a vehicle are charged under what's referred to as a "blanket law," it's essential to understand that such laws typically hold all occupants responsible for contraband found in a shared space. However, the specific charges and the weight... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Communications Law and Federal Crimes for Arkansas on
Q: Is it legal to audio record yourself but you accidentally recorded person on phone while they inside when your outside

I was outside audio record apt balcony... occasionally I say something it my protection in case someone accused me later of saying whatever outside. I at first didn't realize my phone was audio while you can hear neighbor having conversations on phone I think. Then I was gonna go over and... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2024

In general, recording a conversation in which you are an active participant, and it's reasonable to expect that you may be overheard by others, is usually legal under federal law and many state laws, including Arkansas. This is commonly known as "one-party consent."

However,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Arkansas on
Q: Do i have to get out of the car if they wont tell me why and they say im not detained?

cop came from nowhere..chased up behind me with another cop in 2nd car with them saying the stop was for fictisous tags originally. wasnt possible so then he says my air freshner. asks me and the 2 pass. for I.ds..told him my tags was good. gave reg. &told my name cuz left my i.d at home. came... View More

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answered on Jan 21, 2024

In Arkansas, during a traffic stop, a police officer typically has the authority to ask the driver and passengers to exit the vehicle. This is based on officer safety considerations. However, the reason for the traffic stop should be clear. In your case, if the reason for the stop was initially for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Civil Rights and Probate for Arkansas on
Q: How do I get my grandmother's will probated after 2 years because my family will not do it

There are a lot of details and it's because of the corruption in the town and my family members

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answered on Jan 14, 2024

To initiate the probate process for your grandmother's will after a delay, you can file a petition with the probate court in the county where your grandmother resided at the time of her passing. This action can be taken even if other family members are reluctant or refuse to do so.

In...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits for Arkansas on
Q: How do you remove a administrative board?
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answered on Jan 18, 2024

A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It could depend on their rules, or internal procedures - administrative board covers many areas and settings. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Arkansas on
Q: I live in my ex mother-in-law's house. And we pay her for the utilities. And she got mad at me because I wouldn't

Pay my daughter's car payment and had my water shut off can she do that

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answered on Jan 12, 2024

In the United States, the legality of your situation depends on the terms of your living arrangement with your ex-mother-in-law. If you have a formal lease or rental agreement, it typically outlines the responsibilities for utility payments. If utilities are included in your rent, then the landlord... View More

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