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Q: How does one go about transferring an abandoned title on your own personal property?

It still runs and drives just has a couple flat tires and I haven't heard from the owner in almost a year with no other way to get in contact as I don't know his whereabouts

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Q: I was attacked in my own yard by 2 large angry women. I stood my ground. And I ended up getting arrested.

My sister, who had been staying with me for about 3 weeks returned home. She was screaming that she was moving out right now. I yelled back GOOD. Another person was coming up the driveway screaming she was going to "beat my a**".I recognized her to be my neice. She had been banned from... View More

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Q: Would it be a breach of lease to pay my roommate do my share of cleaning? Nothing in the lease about this situation

I want to pay my roommate to do my share of the cleaning in the shared spaces but my landlord thinks it's a breach of lease, like subletting without permission, even though there is nothing in the lease about this kind of situation. He doesn't mind if we do it but "warned" us... View More

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Q: I have a mobile home in a park near Ridge Manor Fl. I have a huge tree branch that is directly over my residence and I

have contacted the owners/Mangers several times about my concern for this branch that appears to be in distress and may come down at anytime? I have paid for a licensed arborist to asses the situation with pictures and a written report about the tree or tress in question? Have had no response from... View More

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Q: Hello, I am in need of a lawyer for Chapter 33 visitation suspended indefinite with FDOC

Someone that can look into this for me to gain access back to go see my loved ones.

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answered on Jan 6, 2025

I'm sorry you're facing this challenge. Start by contacting a lawyer who has experience with visitation rights and the Department of Corrections. They can help you understand the specific reasons for the suspension and what steps you need to take to address it.

Gather all relevant...
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Q: Can a consulting firm withhold my ability to access our non profits files stored on Google drive under old email?

I am the executive officer for a non profit. We were a part of a network of affiliates under a 3rd party consulting firm. Recently, we decided to pause our affiliation with FIRM due to ideological differences. When I was hired, I was setup with a FIRM Gmail account, all of our files are in a Google... View More

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answered on Jan 6, 2025

It can be frustrating to lose access to important files, especially when you’ve fulfilled your contractual obligations. Generally, access to Google Drive files is tied to the account that owns them. If the consulting firm controls the Gmail account, they have the authority to manage access unless... View More

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Q: Can you sign a mortgage agreement with an entity turn around and resend it over to their cells a year later?

The entity needs that was on the mortgage agreement I didn't know until recently but that entity wasn't even active and I just found out a couple days ago that one year after I signed my mortgage agreement with them that same entity signed over a quick claims deed to themselves with an... View More

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Q: Can I have a usa trump flag in display on my property with hoa?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 24, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney who deals with HOA law on a day-to-day basis, the short answer for any jurisdiction is that it would depend on the HOA's rules or by-laws. Some HOAs restrict... View More

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Q: Can you get kicked out of someone’s house when you pay rent without a notarized letter?

My mom and I live with my grandparents who own their home and we pay monthly rent. The last time they called the cops on us the cops told them that without a notarized letter from the court they cannot kick us out because we pay monthly rent to them. Is this true and what would the proceedings be... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 20, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. Maybe repost under the Landlord-Tenant heading. Attorneys who work in that area would have insight into this. Also, it probably wouldn't be a bad idea to discuss with such attorneys... View More

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Q: Can neighbors sue a truck company and the person renting the truck, if the person knocks down utility lines when leaving
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 18, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. They can, but electric power or communications companies have more experience in such settings, depending on damages. Good luck

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Q: cop told me to take incorrect address citation to court, and hell ask to have it waved. do i submit no contest? or NG?

he told me if i corrected it in 7 days of the citation, hell tell the judge to wave it. im unsure if i need to submit a no contest or not guilty plea. also unsure if there are fees associated with either plea

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answered on Oct 25, 2024

If the officer advised correcting the address within seven days, it might be best to follow that guidance first. Update your address as instructed and notify the court to see if the citation can be waived based on the correction. This approach could potentially resolve the issue without needing to... View More

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Q: I bought a car within the first hour of buying it it died while I was driving on the interstate. Can I sue?

It’s a 2005 Honda civic lx the man told me the only thing it needed was a o2 sensor.

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answered on Oct 25, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the trouble you’ve experienced with your new purchase. Whether you can pursue legal action depends on several factors, including the terms of your sales agreement and any promises the seller made about the car's condition. If the seller assured you that only the... View More

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Q: My husband of 32 years is threatening to stop paying the mortgage of the primary residence.

What are my options if he stops paying the mortgage?

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answered on Oct 21, 2024

I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. If your husband stops paying the mortgage, first review your financial situation to understand how it will impact you. Contact your mortgage lender to discuss your options, such as modifying the loan or setting up a payment plan to... View More

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Q: can a Pennsylvania Dealer (used car) license plate be valid in Florida? Is it legally allowed to be used in Florida?

Owner of Condo Unit has his car parked in lot with a PA Dealer plate on the car for 3-4 months at a time. The condo is in Florida.

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answered on Oct 16, 2024

Using a Pennsylvania dealer license plate in Florida can lead to legal issues. Dealer plates are intended for vehicles used in the course of business by dealerships, and they come with specific restrictions. These plates are not meant for personal use or for vehicles that are primarily located out... View More

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Q: Who pays the balance of the attorney fees when an estate is insolvent.

There are not enough assets of the estate to cover the total attorney fees. Am I, the executor, responsible to pay out of pocket?

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Oct 15, 2024

Yes, depending on the terms of the retainer agreement you made with your attorney, you are probably liable. I doubt that it provides that the fees you owe are contingent upon the estate having enough to pay the attorney fees.

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Q: Cold enforcement put a lien on my property they said it cannot reduce the price because they are registered with cou cou
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answered on Oct 12, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the lien on your property. Having a lien can impact your financial situation and your ability to manage or sell your home, so it's important to take action.

First, confirm the details of the lien by reviewing any official documents you received. Check with...
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Q: I own a mobile home and pay lot rent. We are flooded from Helen and Milton. Can’t pay lot rent , what now?

I’m going to have to file bankruptcy, and need help dealing with Legacy corp, cannot live in three feet of water for long.

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answered on Oct 12, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about the flooding and the challenges you're facing. First, prioritize your safety by finding a safe place to stay if your home is currently uninhabitable. Reach out to local emergency services or shelters that can provide immediate assistance.

For your...
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Q: Is it legal for Lowe’s to sell a product that scans the incorrect code and higher price due to internal error
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answered on Oct 11, 2024

If a product at Lowe's scans at a higher price due to an internal error, it could be a violation of consumer protection laws, which often require retailers to honor the posted or advertised price. Many regions have laws ensuring that consumers pay the correct price, especially if the item has... View More

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Q: Do you have to file a marriage license with the state, if you had a minister marry.

Afraid to lose Social security benefits

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answered on Oct 10, 2024

I understand your concern about how marriage might impact your Social Security benefits.

In most states, for a marriage to be legally recognized, you need to obtain and file a marriage license with the state. Not filing the license could mean the marriage isn't legally recognized,...
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Q: Can I have a calls of stock in a C corp in Wyoming that has super preferred voting rights?

class not calls

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answered on Sep 25, 2024

Yes, you can create a class of stock in a Wyoming C corporation that has super preferred voting rights. This would fall under the category of customized stock classes, which allow corporations to allocate different voting powers to different types of shares. The corporation’s bylaws or articles... View More

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