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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Family Law for Connecticut on
Q: I am a 16 year old in Connecticut. My parents are trying to sell my phone and keep me from getting one until I am 18.

I recently got in trouble and my parents are selling my own phone that I paid for. I paid for the phone using my money from my work (not from my parents). I don't pay for the plan though. on top of this they went through all of my texts and pictures with friends and even my girlfriend. We both... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Connecticut on
Q: I was wrongfully Demoted from my position based on allegations that was later found to be not true by AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

I have been waiting for Arbitration for over 2 yrs to get my job back. What c a n I do and what should I do. I was found not guilt by Affirmative Action

0 Answers | Asked in Health Care Law for Connecticut on
Q: A health care representative be assigned for immediate start in ct. with just two witnesses no notary required.

Health care representative can start immediately not have to wait to when not able to make own decision.

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Connecticut on
Q: I recently got terminated from my employer at an automotive dealership, I would like to pursue legal action

I had an argument with my coworker regarding a customers vehicle repair in which I had pushed him as he was aggressively approaching me in self defense and for my safety. This was recorded via company cameras, the coworker had reported me to management which lead to HR report.

Prior to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Connecticut on
Q: My wife and I are currently seperated, but living together. We have debt, a home, and children.

We have about 80,000 in debt that is currently only in my name through credit cards and debt consolidation. This was for some personal use, but mainly for pop up expenses. The home is in my in-laws and wife's name. This is because we were able to get a better rate with them on and myself off... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Trademark for Connecticut on
Q: Is www.ozempicsideeffects.com a trademark infringement.
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answered on Jan 2, 2025

Determining whether www.ozempicsideeffects.com infringes on a trademark involves several considerations. You should first check if "Ozempic" is a registered trademark and understand the scope of its protection.

Next, assess how the website uses the term. If it's providing...
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0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Connecticut on
Q: Does a Zoning special permit go with the land or the usr?

If a special permit use ends, does the property have to be returned to the conditions that apply to the zone it is in?

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Connecticut on
Q: new landlord not providing receipts for payment for six months - raising rent - "we don't like it we leave" help

He has done nonstop renovations on the floor above us. All hours day and night. Blasting music shaking the entire house physically having plaster fall off of the ceiling. Refuses to fix any problems on our floor. refuses to write a contract refuses to give me receipts for payments told us he is... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Probate for Connecticut on
Q: I am completing page 2 of PC-204 and stuck on which box to check! Can someone help?

I am completing page 2 of PC-204 and not sure which box to check. My mother's estate is insolvent. There is not enough of money to pay everyone. I was able to pay administrative fees, funeral costs but that was it. Now she owes Medicaid (DAS) and creditors but there is not enough to pay... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Connecticut on
Q: I am hired as an RN for day night rotating. I have a note restricting me from nights and they wont comply.

I have two night preceptors so I am sched nights only.

Went in to svt at work due to working rotating shifts and workmans comp denied it

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Connecticut on
Q: I have a Court Case in a different state, Is there a way I can do it over video or have a lawyer go in place?

Court case is in VA Beach on the 17th of Jan, But I now live in Connecticut. What can I do to get this over with

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answered on Dec 27, 2024

A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week and your hearing date is around the corner. You could contact attorneys in the Virginia Beach area. It is common for traffic ticket defense attorneys to represent out-of-state drivers who find it difficult to appear at... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: i am on H1B visa with my home address as remote work address, i am changing to different address in same MSA, Process?

I am currently on an H1B visa, and my petition was filed with a home address (remote work location) included in the LCA. Due to a lease issue, I am planning to move to a new home address within the same Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) as the current address listed in my LCA.

From my... View More

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

Your understanding of the H1B visa address change process within the same MSA is correct. The key point is that since you're staying in the same Metropolitan Statistical Area, your employer doesn't need to file an H1B amendment.

For compliance purposes, you should inform your...
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0 Answers | Asked in Child Support for Connecticut on
Q: being taken to court for post secondary education support for 2 children.

paid child support until 18, i provide insurance, and i have 2 other dependents wife and son

0 Answers | Asked in Small Claims, Consumer Law and Collections for Connecticut on
Q: Debt buyer submitted 3 billing statements on an old debt. I disagree with the balance. Should I file a Motion to Dismiss

I received a civil summons on an old debt (The statute of limitations runs out February 1, 2025) that I have been disputing since 2020. I've requested a full transaction and payment history numerous times. They only provided 3 billing statements and verbally informed me that that's all... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Connecticut on
Q: How does it work when you have multiple side hustles under your legal name as a sole propietor in CT?

Over the next two years I plan to have three side hustles:

- ESL Tutor

- Marketing

- Niche Content Creator

If I operate these under my legal name. How do I stay in compliance? I know that I will have to file separate Schedule Cs. The state website says I need a... View More

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answered on Dec 14, 2024

I'm glad to answer this question.

For almost all businesses you need a sales and use tax permit. You get that from DRS through myconnect.

I think that you can only have one permit per TIN so as a sole proprietor you would file only one return and payment per reporting period....
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I live in CT, my mother died 6 years ago, and I handled probate. Am liable for lifetime unpaid use taxes.

Does this backup even further to her husband who predeceased her.

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answered on Jan 10, 2025

I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and stepfather. Such tax matters can be complex during an already difficult time.

Connecticut's use tax liability generally extends to the person who made the purchases and failed to pay the required taxes. As an executor,...
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0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Connecticut on
Q: I am getting pressured by a large company into paying 8000 for something I didn't do. I agreed and they keep adding more

I worked for a trash service company, before leaving the company I tried to give them my letter of resignation which they rejected. After that they just started saying I have been stealing stuff from the workshop, which I did not do. A request of 8,000 dollars from his lawyer came in, I don't... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Connecticut on
Q: I have a CRM VIO REST ORD-CONTCT PRSN charge and I’m going on my 6th appearance but my lawyer hasn’t filed an appearance

He joined my case after I went to two hearings without him hired and he was sick and sent a colleague for his first appearance so overall he attended two so far. Thoughts? He said they failed to send discovery over and then on the second appearance requested they send it again and scheduled my next... View More

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

A lawyer has an ethical obligation to represent a client in court proceedings. You may want to reach out to your lawyer in writing, perhaps by certified mail. Also, you may want to check with the ethics panel to determine what you can do about your particular situation.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Connecticut on
Q: Is there any major proof, what does the forensics look like? Is there any sign of foul play?

If she committed suicide what are they looking for?

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

I'm really sorry you're facing these concerns. Investigators examine the scene for any signs of struggle, unusual items, or evidence that doesn’t fit with a natural death. They look for physical injuries, fingerprints, or DNA that might indicate someone else was involved.

If...
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