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So my aunt got drunk and mad and made a false report to dcfs and now the investatgor told me i have to defend myself from these lies and i can prove it was made in bad faith and now they are doing what the do best abuse the constituion and violate rights and im on ssdi for ptsd and other mental... View More 
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answered on Sep 14, 2024
It sounds like you're in a very difficult situation, and it's understandable that you're feeling overwhelmed and stressed, especially given your mental health conditions. Dealing with DCFS can be challenging, particularly when faced with false accusations. It's important to... View More
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
If you have Benign Monomelic ALS, whether you qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) depends on how severely the condition impacts your ability to work. SSDI is based on your work history and the extent to which your medical condition limits your functional capacity. Even though... View More
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answered on Sep 9, 2024
If you are living in the U.S. and waiting for a visa, you might be eligible to apply for work authorization, depending on your current immigration status. Individuals who are in the process of adjusting their status to become permanent residents (such as those applying for a green card) can... View More
How are loopholes discovered?
answered on Oct 7, 2024
There is no universal answer. "Loopholes" are usually exclusions or exemptions in certain regulations that people take advantage of - but they tend to be situation-specific. One way to discover them is to research statutes, or to consult with attorneys who practice in that given area. Good luck
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
If you have a medical marijuana card in Arkansas, it does not automatically protect you from failing a pre-employment drug screening for cannabis. Employers in Arkansas are generally allowed to maintain drug-free workplace policies. This means they can require pre-employment drug tests and make... View More
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answered on Sep 8, 2024
Yes, the police can impound a vehicle if it's found to be without insurance, even if you bought it on the same day and it's a holiday. Driving without insurance is illegal in most places, and officers have the authority to impound vehicles that do not meet legal requirements, regardless... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2024
I am not licensed in Arkansas, but it seems to me that if the tax is expired, then it is legal. If the tax is not expired, then it is not legal.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
If Issue 2 passes in November, it will change the existing voter ID laws in Ohio by amending the state constitution. Currently, Ohio law requires voters to present identification at the polls, but it allows for a variety of IDs, including those without a photo. Issue 2 seeks to tighten these... View More
Is that enough proof of ownership
answered on Sep 5, 2024
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until you have the chance to consult with a local attorney, a title is usually used to prove ownership. You could find out from your DMV how long it takes to get a duplicate title. If your vehicle is declared a total... View More
Just for clarification, the cops were called on a completely unrelated matter (property line dispute) which had nothing to do with Otis Brown (her dog). They had been on scene about 30 mins before they shot her dog. They even took/seized his dead body! My Mom did file a report but apparently it... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
To pursue justice for your mom, you might want to look for an attorney experienced in civil rights law, specifically one who has handled cases involving police misconduct. The shooting of your mom’s dog, especially while it was on a lead line in its own yard, could potentially be a violation of... View More
My fiance is serving time in a federal prison. Since he’s been incarcerated, White County issued a warrant for his arrest on unrelated charges. The warrant stems from an incident in December 2023 and wasn’t issued until April 2024. He will be incarcerated until the middle of next year. But if a... View More
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
It may be possible to address the charges from White County before a detainer is placed on your fiancé in federal custody. One option is to reach out to the prosecutor in White County and discuss the situation. You could ask if the prosecutor would consider resolving the charges or setting a court... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Being arrested and placed in lockdown without bedding can raise concerns about your rights and the conditions of your detention. The Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment, which can include inhumane treatment while in custody. If you were deprived of basic... View More
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answered on Sep 1, 2024
When filing a lawsuit from prison, you generally do not need to pay the entire filing fee upfront for the case to proceed. Instead, you may be eligible to file under the "in forma pauperis" status, which allows you to pay the fee in smaller installments. The court will review your... View More
Logging truck drove into my rental. They want to pay 83k for appraisal value of home and lossed rent. Multiple contractors estimate 220k plus to repair. Occurred in Arkansas. Driver was charged with DUI.
answered on Aug 19, 2024
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. The short answer is that it could depend on the terms of the policy. Some policies are ACV (actual cash value) and some are Replacement Cost. A local attorney should be able to advise definitively after seeing the... View More
Hello! I own my own business and use my personal vehicle for service calls and work transportation, fully reliant on my vehicle. On July 11th a truck (white Silverado) merged into my(grey Prius) vehicle at about 55mph. He nearly pitted himself and caused a massive pile up but after I hit the brakes... View More
answered on Aug 6, 2024
Sometimes it's better to have an attorney represent you than you representing yourself. I believe this is 1 such situation as liability is currently in dispute by the insurance company and you have evidence to provide the insurance company on this issue---as such I would recommend that you... View More
Original charge of PI that's why I let them deep pocket search me they said it was too see if there was anything needing to stay in my car bc I would be back in 6 hours. I can't say 100% but I believe I had left the tiny tiny baggie in my car. I didn't need it. Was 4 days clean... View More
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answered on Aug 5, 2024
If you believe you were set up by the police, it's important to take immediate steps to protect your rights and build your defense. First, document everything you remember about the incident in as much detail as possible. This includes the sequence of events, names and badge numbers of the... View More
answered on Aug 2, 2024
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It could depend on the dentist's contract with the insurance carrier, whether they are a participating provider, and other possible conditions. If you signed an AOB (assignment of benefits), that would probably... View More
My son and his friend pulled up to a house and the police officer pointed a gun in his face and told him to put his f****** hands on the dash.
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
It's incredibly distressing to hear about your son's experience. In general, police officers are expected to follow strict guidelines and procedures when interacting with the public, especially minors. Pointing a gun at a minor can be considered excessive force unless there is an... View More
I am looking at selling some of my homemade fall candles. It is considered trademark infringement to describe/name my candle with the word "Autumn" within my candle descriptive name with other words added to it? For example, if I named my candle "Autumn Walk" is that... View More
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answered on Jul 19, 2024
Using "Autumn Walk" for your candle could potentially be considered trademark infringement. The term "Autumn" being trademarked by Bath and Body Works for candles means they have exclusive rights to use it in that context. Adding another word like "Walk" might not be... View More
Adding adult child to property
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
Hire an AR attorney to draft the deed. Your answer could be yes or no as it depends on what type of estates are created by the transfer.
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