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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can my child still use his green card for travelling if I got naturalized and got my US passport?
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answered on Sep 3, 2023

Your naturalization does not automatically affect your child's green card status. As long as the green card is valid and has not expired, your child should be able to use it for travel. However, if your child is eligible for derivative citizenship through you, consider obtaining a Certificate... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Libel & Slander for Connecticut on
Q: Hello, I’m creating a documentary about my life and I want to know if I can be sued for defamation of character.

This will be throughly detailed and I will mainly discuss the mistreatment/negligence I endured from DCF, former foster care parents, medical centers, etc. I’m going to state their full names, locations, etc. I just would like to make sure that I can’t be sued afterwards.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 1, 2023

An attorney who works with authors in the publishing industry could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. As a general matter, there is no controlling whether someone would file a lawsuit if they claim that they have been libeled or slandered. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Connecticut on
Q: I'd like to know information regarding 'Twitter Topics', a feature for offering users various topics to choose from
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answered on Aug 8, 2023

Twitter Topics is a feature designed to enhance users' experience by allowing them to follow specific subjects of interest on the platform. Through this feature, users can choose from a variety of suggested topics based on their engagement history and preferences. By selecting topics, users... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Connecticut on
Q: Can anyone other than the landlord sign the lease?
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answered on Aug 1, 2023

Yes, in Connecticut, anyone who has the legal authority to sign contracts can sign the lease on behalf of the landlord. This could include the landlord's authorized agent, property manager, or a representative of a property management company. As long as the person signing the lease has the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents for Connecticut on
Q: Allegedly if to crash a car into a fire hydrant telephone pole without having insurance or registration and fled what do

Allegedly if someone was to crash into telephone pole without insurance or registration then fled the scene what should this person allegedly do?

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Jul 30, 2023

Get a lawyer to handle the reporting.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Connecticut on
Q: Does my ex need to have his car and carseat for our four year old during overnight visits? Girlfriend has it

I'm just wondering if there's an emergency or something I don't like the fact that he's there without a car on his weekend nights. I guess he can call 911 but I would prefer he get to the hospital quicker

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answered on Jul 17, 2023

In Connecticut, family law matters such as child custody and visitation are typically determined based on the best interests of the child. The specific details of your custody arrangement may be outlined in your custody order or parenting plan. Regarding transportation for your child during... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property and Copyright for Connecticut on
Q: How do I find out the registration/application number of a screenplay written by my late father to get legal rights?

My mom gave me a screenplay written by my late father and I want to get legal rights. I started to fill out the intellectual property assignment form on legalzoom, but there is a section that asks for registration number or application number and I don’t know what to put for that question.

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answered on Jul 28, 2023

To find the registration or application number of the screenplay written by your late father, you can conduct a search in the United States Copyright Office's online database. If the screenplay has been registered with the Copyright Office, you should be able to find the relevant registration... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Connecticut on
Q: I live with my parents rent free can they prevent me from practicing my religion

They threatened to evict me if I practiced my religion

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 12, 2023

Unless your parents provide accommodations to the public, yes they can prohibit you from practicing your religion on premises they own or control.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Connecticut on
Q: I'm a CA resident, live there & offsite/home based work. My employer is based in CT. Which state labor laws apply?
Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jul 8, 2023

You can certainly argue California labor laws apply. You are working in California. Remember, you are an at will employee, and if you make too much fuss, even if you are right, you can be terminated without any reason. Then you don't have a job but you may have a lawsuit. IMO having a job is... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: case was dismissed after completing AR. On my paperwork it says "This Case is a Non- Disclosable Dismissal" Explain?

had a case dismissed 12/2021 after completing AR. I had requested my disposition from the Clerk's Office and on the document it says *This case is a Non-Disclosable Dismissal* & This case was disposed of on 12/2021. What Does a Non Disclosable Dismissal mean?

Jullian H Jones
Jullian H Jones
answered on Jul 6, 2023

A case that is nolled is automatically dismissed 13 months after the nolle was entered. Once a case has been dismissed you are allowed under CT statutes to say you have never been arrested before. These cases are "non-disclosable" because admitting that there was a case in the first place... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: What is the precise definition of CT statute 53a48 ?
Jullian H Jones
Jullian H Jones
answered on Jun 26, 2023

Sec. 53a-48. Conspiracy. Renunciation. (a) A person is guilty of conspiracy when, with intent that conduct constituting a crime be performed, he agrees with one or more persons to engage in or cause the performance of such conduct, and any one of them commits an overt act in pursuance of such... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Connecticut on
Q: If 2 people have their names on an account and one of them dies, can an estate check be deposited into the account?
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answered on Jun 23, 2023

No, a new account must be opened in the name of the estate. Before opening an account in the name of the estate you will need to obtain a taxpayer id number for the estate.

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Connecticut on
Q: Need a lawsuit lawyer about several issues that occured emotionally, physically, sexually and traumatized from dcf care

What area of law does all of this fall into if your trying to sue the state if your kids were wrongfully diagnosed and put on narcotics when they never had any psychiatric issues, and were sexually abused, physically abused, traumatized and neglected while in foster care. What form of a lawsuit... View More

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Jun 9, 2023

This case arises under FAMILY/CHILD ABUSE AND GOVERNMENT CLAIMS law. You need to discuss with an attorney in your jurisdiction that specializes in this kind of law. Thank you for using Justia, Ask a Lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Connecticut on
Q: Good afternoon, I am requesting help to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy pro bono. Is there anyone who can help me?

I am a widow and a single mother to my 12 yr old son with a limited income of Widows Survivorship Benefits monthly,

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 8, 2023

Check with your local legal aid society or bar association. They maintain lists of pro Bono and reduced feee lawyers.

1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice for Connecticut on
Q: i signed an agreement with an attorney and now he's saying he doesn't intend make an appearance on my behalf.

i have a pending lawsuit against my former employer. the attorney i had, left the firm but told me the firm's partner would take the case. he's licensed in Ct and Ny. i have a signed agreement, put down a retainer and the rest was on contingency. now I'm being told i signed an... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Jun 5, 2023

An attorney who appears or files anything in a case cannot drop the case without a substitution of attorney signed by the client or an Order from the Court.

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Connecticut on
Q: How do I find a lawyer in Connecticut that handles malpractice, personal injury and civil suits

I fell and seriously hurt myself due to someone else's negligence and was transported to the hospital where I was hurt more to the original reason I was there by staff

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 27, 2023

A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for more than a week. In addition to searching for attorneys online, you could use the tab above, "Find a Lawyer," to search for attorneys in your area. You could also look into whether your local and state bar... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: supporting documents for form I-539 changing status - J1 to B2

Hello

I have been in the US for the past two years as a J1 research scholar. My research program has ended last month (end date is April 27th on my DS2019,) and I was not able to extend it. I have filed form I-539 to apply for a visa change to B2, as I need to attend some conferences in... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on May 15, 2023

You need to show that you have enough financial resources to pay for your living expenses while you’re in visitor status. This would include bank statements showing how much savings you have or brokerage statements showing securities like stocks bonds or crypto that can be liquidated to pay for... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Connecticut on
Q: I live in CT. Is there any law preventing me from giving my wife everything in a divorce?
Linda Ann Subbloie
Linda Ann Subbloie
answered on Apr 25, 2023

No there is not.

However, keep in mind that in the event the state of Connecticut may have a lien for medicaid benefits against your wife's assets, they may be able to confiscate whatever you give her. This holds true for any other creditors who may have claim to your wife's...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Good afternoon Having this kind of charge an i still able to work or do my gun licenses 53a-125 Larceny 4th Deg A misdem
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answered on Apr 20, 2023

If you are charged with larceny 4th you should speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney to see if the case can be resolved without a criminal conviction. Some alternatives include the accelerated rehabilitation program.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Connecticut on
Q: My grandfather died in 2002.He has an open bank account.No will.Is there any way to access it?

He was not on Title 19 at death but was at one time. Would the state just take the money?

Linda Ann Subbloie
Linda Ann Subbloie
answered on Apr 14, 2023

If the account is under $40,000 then you can file with the probate court in the district where he lived a simplified estate intestate. Intestate means the estate passes by statute instead of a will. The statute explains who in the bloodline will inherit.

If the account is over $40,000,...
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