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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Connecticut on
Q: Do I have to make my 16 year old live with her father if she doesn't want to? What can he legally do to me if I don't?

There is no custody agreement or court involved. He only wants my daughter to live with him because he believes she is hanging out with the wrong crowd. While that is a good reason, my daughter is not hanging with the wrong crowd. She does not want to live with him. She's almost 17. I'm... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Probate for Connecticut on
Q: Can a sibling begin the probate process of their deceased family member when the living husband cannot be found.

And her children won't file the probate themselves.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Connecticut on
Q: If I'm 15 can my parents take my phone if they don't pay for it?

I'm 15 and my friend gave me a phone as a gift because my parents do not allow me to have one. My mom found out and took it.

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Connecticut on
Q: Will having charge off on credit cards prevent me from getting disability

I have debt on a few credit cards I'm really confused it if counts as income or not I'm applying for disability. This is the only shot of rebuilding my life. I'm extremely worried. Im also trying to protect my lump back pay from creditors once I get it. Very confused.

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answered on Apr 20, 2024

Having charge-offs on your credit cards will not directly prevent you from qualifying for disability benefits. Disability programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) determine eligibility based on medical conditions and work history, not directly... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents for Connecticut on
Q: Is there any way to keep a car with clear title when the insurance company has totaled it aside from dropping the claim?

I was rear-ended in my mom's car she lent me for a few months in Florida while I was stopped at a red traffic light by a large pick-up truck. No injury claims. Her car is registered in CT. Her insurance company said the car is a total loss because the repair estimate was 85% of their... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Connecticut on
Q: Ongoing divorce. I have 10 years GC and I am living here in the US for 6 years. for the past 3 years I got my degree in

Ongoing divorce. I have 10 years GC and I am living here in the US for 6 years as a k1 visa. for the past 3 years I got my degree in nursing and I am making x 5 on my x husband salary.

In the court his attorney is asking for alimony. Will my k1 visa affidavit of support i 785 can be used... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law for Connecticut on
Q: How do I go about entering into arbitration or some type of lawsuit against a bank?

I entered a dispute with my bank for medical services that I paid $8000 for but I never received. They also had an an email from the merchant stating that they were going to refund me, but they never did. They denied my charge back and never provided me with proof that I received the services for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Connecticut on
Q: What can I do if I am being harassed by mobile home park management, they made me pay an additional 250 in my rent
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answered on Apr 16, 2024

I'm sorry to hear that you are being harassed by your mobile home park management and that they are charging you additional rent. Here are some steps you can take to address the situation:

1. Review your lease agreement: Carefully read through your lease to see if there are any...
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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Connecticut on
Q: I am disabled and I am being harassed in my mobile home park by park management, they have harassed me for everything .
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answered on Apr 12, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear that you are being harassed by the management at your mobile home park, especially as a disabled person. That is completely unacceptable and you have the right to live free from discrimination and harassment. Here are some steps you can consider taking:

1. Document...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Connecticut on
Q: Does a letter of intent have to have the words letter of intent on it

Can you tell me what is required to be in a letter of intent when filing against police misconduct? And does one have to be filed in order to sue?

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

A letter of intent, in the context of filing a claim against police misconduct, is a formal notice that informs the government agency of your intention to file a lawsuit. While there is no strict requirement to include the words "letter of intent" in the document, it should clearly convey... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Buying apartment I’m currently renting. I still have almost three months on my lease. Should wait for contract signing?

Our landlord has agreed to sell to me the apartment I’m currently renting. I still have almost three months on my lease.

I’m assuming we can wait until the lease expires for the purchase agreement to be signed, that way I’m hoping interest rates would be a bit lower by then.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for Connecticut on
Q: Domestic violent victim, get their security deposit back from their landlord if they leave early?

I was told as a victim you had rights as far as leaving out of your apartment and getting your money back the property manager is giving me a hard time and I would like to know what my rights are

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Health Care Law for Connecticut on
Q: What can be done when procedures that weren’t ordered are done.

We ordered 2 tests done and blood drawn for those two tests. The facility drew blood enough for 6 tests and is currently processing those test that weren’t ordered through them. Do we have any sort of case.

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answered on Apr 8, 2024

A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you did not suffer physical harm, it does not appear to offer a basis for a med mal case. Different attorneys could see a given situation differently. You could reach out to local attorneys to arrange a free... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Connecticut on
Q: Which state to file probate case in?

My father was a resident of Connecticut and owned property there, but was recovering in a short term rehab near me in Massachusetts at the time of his death. I can't seem to get a straight answer on which state I need to file a probate case. He was only in Massachusetts 68 days and intended to... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

Consult with a probate attorney in CT for advice on venue. Sometimes it is better to venue shop, especially in view of estate creditors and asset location. Or it may make no difference except to the fiduciary's convenience.

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0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: When contract was accepted by the seller and the buyer did home inspection, septic testing, building survey.

Seller decided to go with another offer ( higher ). Do we have any recourse for our fees that was incurred for the testing and survey

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: Do we have any legit concerns/stance for recourse after purchasing this problematic home?

In less than two months after purchasing our home, we’ve had to cut rotting trees (that damaged a neighbor’s property), remove a toilet in the basement and completely reroute piping that caused a massive sewage back up, discovered a rodent problem that has escalated from the walls into our home... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Connecticut on
Q: We cannot find a copy of my father’s will and are unsure what law firm he used to draft it. Is there a way to find out?
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answered on Mar 26, 2024

Unfortunately, there is no central registry for wills. often attorneys will post on the Connecticut Bar Association, listserv asking if anyone has the will for a particular individual. Keep in mind that if you are unable to locate, the will, the Connecticut intestacy statute may provide for the... View More

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