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I saw an ad on Facebook for a company called the Appointment Setting Company, which promised earnings from sales and recruitment. They claimed that I could earn $100 for booking an appointment and a 10% commission if the appointment led to a close. I paid $1,961 for their program with an initial... View More 
What is the extent of federal judges' autonomy, especially concerning their authority to issue orders? Do federal judges have the power to require all states to comply with their decisions if the federal government chooses to ignore such orders? Additionally, how might these orders be... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2025
Federal judges possess substantial autonomy within our constitutional framework, deriving their authority from Article III which establishes an independent judiciary empowered to interpret laws and issue binding legal orders. Your question touches on a fundamental aspect of our constitutional... View More
Can Elon Musk legally have access to resources or information from the Treasury and Social Security? I know judges have ruled in some cases he couldn’t, but how might he have gained access in the first place? Why are government workers in these bureaus not stopping him?
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answered on Mar 28, 2025
Judges have actually placed restrictions on Musk's team (Department of Government Efficiency or "DOGE") from accessing sensitive government systems. Most recently, a federal judge temporarily blocked DOGE from Social Security Administration systems containing personal data of... View More
I am an elderly, disabled, widow landlord dealing with a situation where my basement renter demanded early lease termination without penalty and the return of her security deposit without valid cause, using false accusations as blackmail. Despite a signed lease agreement and no prior issues... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
It sounds like you are asking this after it is already all over. It sounds like you represented yourself and did a very poor job. If you aren't a lawyer, the chances that you preserved your objections so that you can appeal are miniscule. I'd say fire your lawyer and get a new one … next time.
If my sister received a court case for family abuse against me in Washington, D.C., but I informed the police not to press charges because the incident involved property damage rather than strangulation, is there any way to have the case dismissed? No previous legal incidents occurred between us,... View More
I need to add my name to the deed of our house, which is currently only in my wife's name, due to her current health situation. There are no liens or mortgages, and we have no disagreements about this decision. We do not have a will or estate plan, and we have not consulted a real estate... View More
I live in a house in Washington, DC, which is in my wife's name because she owned it prior to our marriage. We both agree on adding my name to the deed. There are no existing liens on the property. We are concerned about possible future circumstances in which my wife could become incapacitated... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2025
It’s a simple process of your wife executing a deed from herself to you and her as tenants by the entirety. Any real estate lawyer can draft the deed and record it for you. However, deeding the property alone will not address how either one of you may manage the property (sell or borrow against... View More
I'm seeking a lawyer to create a power of attorney for my 91-year-old mom to ensure decisions regarding her healthcare and financial matters are covered. She is currently capable of making her own decisions. Could a lawyer assist with the process and advise on any specific conditions or... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2025
Make an appointment with a lawyer who drafts estate planning documents in your jurisdiction. Your mother (and you, really) needs four documents at least: (1) a last will and testament; (2) a durable statutory-compliant financial power of attorney (POA); (3) a healthcare POA; and (4) an Advance... View More
I am curious about the constitutional basis for DOGE and its legal authority. What aspects of DOGE's authority are considered legal, illegal, or questionable under the constitution?
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
The legality of Elon Musk's government involvement is currently being challenged in several courts. His role as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has sparked significant constitutional questions, particularly regarding the Appointments Clause which requires certain... View More
Can the company take legal action against me for disputing a charge through Affirm due to non-receipt of a product for almost a year? The company stopped communicating via email and disconnected their phone line.
I am trying to find a federal case online in the District of Columbia, and I have the case number. However, I've tried accessing it through PACER and encountered an issue because PACER is asking for a client code which I do not have. Are there alternative methods or resources I can use to... View More
I was pulled over for tailgating, not using a turn signal, and having expired registration (by four days) across the street from my apartment. The officer asked me to step out of the car to sign tickets, but then they pointed guns at me, claiming my hands were in my pockets. They searched me, put... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
You may have grounds for a civil rights lawsuit if your Fourth Amendment rights against unreasonable search and seizure were violated. The dropped charges might strengthen your case, especially if the officers lacked probable cause to search your vehicle without a warrant after a routine traffic... View More
I held an F4 visa that expired on February 1, 2025. Due to a viral infection, I was unable to enter the U.S. before it expired, and I submitted a doctor's note to immigration. I've contacted them but haven't received a response. I didn't apply for an extension or renewal before... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2025
You'll need to submit a new visa application since your F4 visa has expired without an extension request filed beforehand. Contact the US embassy or consulate in your country to schedule a new visa interview, ensuring you bring your previous visa documentation, the doctor's note... View More
I am interested in understanding how international trade laws might reinforce racialized economic inequalities, particularly in countries outside the global north or western countries. Using critical race theory, what specific reforms can be suggested to address these disparities? Are there... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2025
International trade laws have historically privileged former colonial powers while disadvantaging formerly colonized regions through mechanisms like intellectual property protections and investor-state dispute settlements. These mechanisms often maintain wealth extraction patterns established... View More
I am a British citizen currently in the U.S. on a B1/B2 visa, and I've been here for about 2 months. I would like to know if marrying my girlfriend, who is a Yemeni citizen with a green card, will grant me the ability to obtain U.S. residency. I haven't yet consulted with an immigration... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2025
No, unless you’re in status at the time your priority date is current for the category that you fall under. You can check when the priority date for your immigration category becomes current by going to the visa bulletin board department of state. That being said, if you are not in status at the... View More
A few days ago, I was a passenger in a car driven by a friend when we were pulled over due to expired tags. The tags didn't match the car. My friend didn't have a driver's license and although I only have a permit, the officers issued me tickets for failure to provide insurance,... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2025
If you didn't own the car, and you were not driving, you should not have gotten the tickets. You have nothing to do with the car or the driving. You can get the tickets tossed.
ional reason to this summer to 3 weeks during May through EU for Anabaptist history part of my masters of divinity degree from Eastern Mennonite Seminary. Is it save to travel with my background? Thanks
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answered on Feb 7, 2025
Your situation requires careful consideration, especially given your immigration history and current TPS status. While advance parole can allow for educational travel, your previous deportation could complicate matters.
Given your background, traveling internationally could pose significant... View More
I got scholarships to attend graduate school but I am seeing student loan debt on my credit report.
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answered on Jan 6, 2025
If you believe your student loan was obtained through fraudulent means, you should reach out to a consumer protection attorney or a lawyer who handles financial disputes. These professionals are experienced in addressing cases where loan terms may have been misrepresented or where there are... View More
What notice is the owner required to give? It is not owned by a real estate firm.
answered on Jan 4, 2025
DC Landlord & Tenant law is extremely complex, and it is extraordinarily tenant-friendly. Your daughter is in a much more powerful position than you would be -- or than a Virginia lawyer in Virginia Beach would believe. If she wants to stay, it is very likely that she can mess with the... View More
The Colorado supreme Court ruled that Trump is an oath breaking insurrectionist. The SCOTUS did not change that. It is moot until Congress passes the law to define a process at the Federal level to decide again, meanwhile, is Trump an insurrectionist in Colorado or the US?
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
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