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Q: Child raised money through Krispy Kreme’s to go on a trip to Washington. The trip has been cancelled

Child raised money through Krispy Kreme’s to go on a trip to Washington. The trip has been cancelled and the money raised was for her. The amount was 1,100 and her trip was 750$ her teacher stated that after the trip the remains would be refunded. Now that the trip is canceled the school is... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 15, 2020

A Georgia attorney who works with education law matters could best advise, but your question remains open for four weeks. I'm sorry for your daughter's letdown after all her efforts. It would be difficult to offer any general input without knowing the school policies. If you were able to... View More

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Q: When a person is transferred to another hospital and is not able to speak does their contact info transfer to?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 15, 2020

A Georgia attorney would know state-specific procedures best, but your post remains open for two weeks. As a general matter, yes, the transfer of this is supposed to be coordinated between the two facilities - family contact information, PHP contact info, insurance claim rep contact info, and other... View More

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Q: I have an outstanding debt with my old apartment. What should I do so that I’m able to move again.

I am not able to pay fees all at once

Anitra Walker
Anitra Walker
answered on Apr 22, 2020

Did the old apartment complex file an eviction and get a money judgment against you or did they sue you after you left and obtain a money judgment? If so, one option is to contact the old apartment complex in an attempt to reach a settlement of the debt. The settlement should require the... View More

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Q: I have a pastor friend , he resigned He went back for notes and sermons But they were thrown away is this Legal?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 17, 2020

I'm sorry to hear that something like this happened to someone who brings comfort and support to a community. It is legal, unless it could be proven otherwise, which could be difficult. Hopefully, it was not an act of cruelty, but instead, maybe part of the cautionary measures people are... View More

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Q: Can u find out if I have money anywhere I'm not aware of

Maybe unclaimed

Anitra Walker
Anitra Walker
answered on Mar 30, 2020

The Georgia Department of Revenue has an unclaimed property database which can be accessed using the following link at no charge ---

https://dor.georgia.gov/unclaimed-property-program

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Q: In a gated community in Georgia, is it legal to allow only one real estate company to post their for sale signs and

Other realtors from a different company can not use their own signs with their name posted this one company has a monopoly on the community. Is this legal?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 2, 2020

A Georgia real estate attorney would be able to advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. As a general matter, it could be legal because it sounds like the actions of a private entity. Had it been affiliated with the government, doing something like that could have run afoul of... View More

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Q: After a death with no will. Who takes possession of deceased property?

My roommate passed away now his girlfriend of 2 years is trying to take everything he owned and claim it as hers. His mother also lived here with us and she disagrees and feels that the stuff should belong to her. How do I stop the girlfriend from taking all of his property?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 2, 2019

I'm sorry for the loss of your roommate and your being thrust into this difficult position. You need a response without delay because you are probably under pressure regarding the possessions. Repost in the Probate and Estate Planning sections, and a Georgia attorney knowledgeable in this area... View More

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Q: We stayed at an Airbnb and had forgotten our laptop.

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Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 4, 2019

You could contact the owners to ask if it turned up after you left. If your homeowner's policy covers such losses (it could exclude business equipment), that could be an option to explore. But if the value of the laptop is not high, the possibility of a hike in premiums is a factor to... View More

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Q: If a tire shop sells you tires with dry rot on them, is that illegal?
Seth Meyerson
Seth Meyerson
answered on Nov 12, 2018

It may be negligence (civil liability). Did the tires fail? Did it cause you damages? Is there a warranty on the tires.

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Q: In Georgia are school buses a luxury or do they have to be provided by law?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 14, 2018

I don’t practice in Georgia, but I noticed your question hasn’t been picked up in 7 days. If you want state-specific information upon which to base an action you are contemplating, check with a Georgia attorney. But as a general matter, I don’t believe school buses are considered a luxury in... View More

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Q: How can I obtain a copy of a video tape from a apartment complex when the manager refuses to release it
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Oct 14, 2015

What do you want the tape for? If it could be evidence in a case in which you are a party, you can subpoena the tape, perhaps.

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Q: What does the phrase "Citation, But Not Service, Is Requested At This Time" mean
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Sep 22, 2015

In what context? Who made what notation?

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Q: I work for church. As a minister. I've been unable to afford to send the papers that I archived for them.

They want take me Court. They also helped pay shipping for a set of vestments I ordered. They offered. They want those too.

What can I do?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 19, 2015

I do not understand your question. Perhaps you should go speak with an attorney because it appears that you need specifically tailored legal advice.

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Q: Can my 15 enter a tattoo Studio with me while I get a tattoo?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Sep 15, 2015

Ask the tattoo shop.

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Q: Can the summons time be shortened to 7 days?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 12, 2015

What type of case is it? You didn't say

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Q: Hi I was wondering what a warrant application hearing is?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 28, 2015

A hearing about the application for a warrant?

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Q: Where do bills originate in Georgia
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 1, 2015

http://law.justia.com/constitution/georgia/conart3.html

does that link, right here at justia help?

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Q: Filed a motion of relief because I have got behind on payments do I have to infront of judge if I can bring payments

Current before court date. I'll just need a couple of weeks to pay court cost and attorny fees.

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 30, 2015

Probably. You filed the motion, you should attend the hearing.

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Q: Do resturant in Gergia have to have rest rooms
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 1, 2015

Call the health department and ask. Yes, probably.

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Q: Can a name used on Facebook and other Internet sites constitute a reason to say someone is involved in gang activity.

My nephew raps/makes music and uses his alias name on internet. Some way authorities want to say that it is gang related and charging him with gang activity. He is 17 he has been in trouble once before for taking another young man cell phone. They are also charging him with prowling because he and... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 10, 2015

Perhaps. You did not say what name is used.

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