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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: I need to get a divorce and dont have money my ex make 10 thousand a month we have a house that he is living with a girl

I want have of everything he have bean marrige for 15 yrs

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Florida on
Q: Can I sue a Dr for including wrong info in my chart that caused my life insurance policy to be cancelled.

The Dr recorded that I had malignant neoplasm to the Medical Information Bureau. My life insurance company received the same information and subsequently cancelled my policy. The Dr wrote a letter correcting the incorrect diagnosis, which I supplied to the insurance company. They still declined... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Florida on
Q: Sales tax forms for multiple states

If I have clients in states that I do not reside in and I sell them products. Do I need to have a sales tax ID for each state that they reside in?

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

When you sell products to clients in different states, you might need to collect and remit sales tax for those states. This depends on whether you have a sales tax nexus in each state. Nexus is typically established if you have a physical presence, significant economic presence, or meet certain... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Florida on
Q: I developed a retina tear after cataract surgery and told by a retina speciasist to have surgery immediately.

Surgery was scheduled for 2 days later but canceled because of suspicion of a stroke. My doctor said he could not do the surgery until the following Monday(a week later) because he would be out if town. Monday came and he canceled because ge was stuck in NY. I told him I was now blind in that eye.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: If my employer had me arrested for theft and I wasn’t even working that day will I be able to have the case dismissed

What is it called when an arresting officer files report with inaccurate information, that led to an arrest?

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: Can landlord withhold security deporit and extra additional rent payment that I paid if I terminated lease prior?

Back in May I signed a lease for 12 months for an apartment in Naples FL. The landlord asked me for security deposit, May rent and another additional extra rent which I paid and he cashed out. Now, 3 months later I am terminating the lease and moving out of state for personal matters. The landlord... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law for Florida on
Q: Contractor working on my house left 6mo ago owing me $250. He left behind around $1500 in tools. Can I sell the tools?

Months ago, he asked if he could pick up the tools. I said "Sure, if you have my $250". I haven't heard from him since and the tools are in my way. I want the tools out of here and I want my $250.

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Copyright and Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: How do I request a dismissed from this action with prejudice from the FL case 1:23-cv-21976 zuru lawsuit?
Bao Tran
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answered on Jul 25, 2024

Based on your query about requesting dismissal with prejudice from a Florida case, here are the key steps and considerations:

Understand "Dismissal with Prejudice":

This means the case is dismissed permanently and cannot be refiled.

It's a final judgment on...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: I am going through a divorce. Both cars are in my name. If she takes one of the cars, will she have to make the paymen
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jul 25, 2024

If she is to be awarded one of the cars, the divorce decree should provide that she makes the payments. In any case, if the payments are not made, the car would be subject to repossession.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Florida on
Q: Person is suing me for damages during a car accident. I was driving a company vehicle. Who is responsible?

The person reported my vehicle which belongs to to company I was working for. The owner of the company did not have insurance. After the accident a police officer stopped me. There were no damages to the vehicle and the sheriff helped me look for the car insurance of the company vehicle. The owner... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jul 25, 2024

Liability on the part of you or the company does not depend on whether or not the vehicle was insured. If, as you say, you didn't cause the accident, you would not be civilly liable. But causation and damages would be something for the plaintiff to prove by a preponderance of the evidence.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Health Care Law for Florida on
Q: As a practicing Board Certified Oral Maxilofacial surgeon with a medical degree as well but no medical license.

But only practice under my Dental degree , can I legally use DMD , MD on my letter head , building, business cards

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Florida on
Q: What would happen if Biden resigns or dies before the election, the House won't confirm a VP, and President Harris wins?
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Jul 25, 2024

Article 2, Section I, Clause 6 of the Constitution provides that:

"In Case of the Removal of the President from Office, or of his Death, Resignation, or Inability to discharge the Powers and Duties of the said Office, the Same shall devolve on the VicePresident (sic), and the Congress...
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0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Are items in the Florida "As Is Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase" such as Risk of Loss % negotiable?

Our primary residence is on the market in Saint Johns County FL. We received an offer from a perspective Buyer yesterday. In my discussion with our Sellers Agent I stated that I would like a couple of minor changes on our counter offer, such as changing the Risk of Loss percentage from 1.5% to 3%.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: I live in the state of Florida and we are renting. our ac broke over 2 weeks ago can i do something legally

We are renting in the state of Florida. our ac broke two and a half weeks ago. Our landlord says they are getting quotes, the part is coming, a lot of excuses. the house gets to 84 degrees, and we have children. There has been heat waves and heat advisory during this time. Can I do something... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Products Liability for Florida on
Q: I am looking for a product liability lawyer. My 2019 RAM caught fire and was a total loss while towing our 5th wheel.

RAM had a recall out for a defect that caused hot automatic fluid to shoot onto the turbo. This condition occurs under load at slow speeds. Ram failed to notify me of this and my truck is a total loss. I need a lawyer!

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