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answered on Sep 25, 2024
Following an accident in which a vehicle is totaled, the owner of the totaled vehicle is entitled to the fair market value (FMV) of the vehicle at the time of the crash. In other words, if your vehicle had a FMV of $5,000 at the time of the crash, $5,000 is all you can recover no matter the amount... View More 
answered on Sep 25, 2024
Nope. The trademark registration does not have to cover every service/good you provide. However, if selling prints is something that you want to do long-term, then it would be smart to contact a trademark attorney and file an application to add that service to your existing trademark registration.
Own eyes as the k9 officer hit my cartoon with a ball on a rope. Only then did the dog alert. Is that not totally bogus?
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
What you describe sounds like it could be a violation of your Fourth Amendment rights, which protect against unreasonable searches and seizures. If the officer manipulated the situation to make the K9 alert by using a toy or ball, it could indicate that the alert was not legitimate. The K9's... View More
The HoA Covenants and Restrictions prohibit any sign not explicitly approved by the HoA; however, this provision has been historically, unequally, and inconsistently, enforced.
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answered on Sep 25, 2024
In Georgia, an HOA can impose restrictions on signage, including political signs, if those rules are laid out in the HOA's Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). However, these restrictions must be applied consistently and fairly to avoid claims of discrimination or selective... View More
I need a lawyer willing to take my case that’s not so expensive. Please someone help me. I miss my son and it’s affecting him to. Looking for a lawyer in Clayton county ga
answered on Oct 3, 2024
You will to gather funds to hire any attorney. I'm not sure what "not so expensive" is as most attorneys have a retainer and charge by the hour. Contact attorneys directly so you can get pricing and provide them with more information on what you are seeking.
I'm going to keep the house and she wants to leave( she is already approved for another town house) what do I need to do and also to keep mortgage the same when she leaves divorce final?
answered on Oct 3, 2024
Hire an attorney to represent you. Mediators don't write agreements or orders. If you attend mediation then you can reduce to writing what you all agree with. Otherwise, an attorney can draft paperwork with what the parties agree too and if there is anything the parties do not agree too,... View More
How long does it take for it to be sealed? And is there anything I need to do? How will I know? My probation officer basically just told me the date my probation would be completed and I never heard from him again.
answered on Sep 25, 2024
This depends on your case's jurisdiction (the Court from where your matter was discharged). Some courts have their administration track the matters and automatically proceed with record restriction. Others notate the file and await the Defendant's request for record restriction.
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answered on Sep 23, 2024
The Federal government through the NHTSA mandated that all cars manufactured from 1986 and on to to have the third brake light. Georgia law requires that if a car was manufactured with two brake lights, both must be operational (OCGA 40-6-25(b)) and in general that all brake lights work properly... View More
What does this mean or what is the cause
answered on Sep 23, 2024
An attorney would need to review the records to answer this question, but it sounds like there is brain swelling either from a traumatic brain injury (fall, accident, etc.) or a lack of oxygen to the brain, which can have many causes. I recommend contacting a medical malpractice/wrongful death... View More
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answered on Sep 23, 2024
Sounds like theft by taking to me. If there is a payment dispute, the remedy for the subcontractor is to file suit in civil court, not take it upon themselves and seize valuable collateral as compensation.
The judge reset the jury trial 4 times now due to the arresting officers not showing up at trial. Can I the defendant move for this case to be dismissed for lack of evidence? What motion or dismissal request would be the proper way to request dismissing the case if the Motion for Directed Verdict... View More
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answered on Sep 23, 2024
You could move for a "motion to dismiss for want of prosecution," and you can make the motion orally if you're in court and the officer does not appear.
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answered on Sep 23, 2024
I’m sorry to hear about your loss. When handling your husband's estate, you typically aren't personally responsible for paying his debts from your own funds. Instead, the debts are paid out of the estate during probate.
As the representative, your role is to manage the estate,... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2024
I'm not sure what one thing has to do with the other but without the custodial parents consent you will need a court order to get a paternity test. If you take the mother to court to assert your parental rights, the court can order a paternity test. Speak directly with an attorney to... View More
The father of my child is asking us to leave the house, under his name, and is demanding short time. He moved out years ago. The lawyer has not presented me with papers or anything physical but constantly calls me, and reminds me of deadline. I told him, nothing is legitimate until I see papers.... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2024
If you have a family court case you should hire an attorney with experience in handling those matters. As you are the opposing party, and you do not have an attorney, the attorney representing the other party does have to speak directly to you, regarding the case. And they can choose to... View More
aggravated assault(x2) , criminal street gang , terroristic threats & altered serial number weapon charge. I haven’t been formally charged on anything / Indicted on any of those charges what can I do to get those charges dismissed so I can return back to my active duty
answered on Sep 25, 2024
Your charges are felonies, so the District Attorney has some time before they are required to indict your matter before you are eligible for dismissal based on lack of prosecution. If you desire to return to military service, occasionally, an attorney can convince the DA to look at the matter... View More
The passenger in my car exited and ran , he was then tased before falling allegedly two firearms was found in the open field where he was arrested one firearm with the serial number was altered he stated “ the weapon was in the when he got in there I was questioned and stated “ I knew nothing... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2024
The police are allowed a lot of discretion and leeway in the type of charges they bring during an investigative phase. Although the weapons were not found in your vehicle or your possession, since they were found close to the scene of the crime, this is likely why they charged you both with the... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2024
An attorney can draft paperwork that can be signed by the parties. But there are certain requirements that must be met in order for that paperwork to be legally binding. Speak directly with an attorney who can assist you in a legal power of attorney.
Not aware and slipped off because it broke and i hit my neck on the side of the counter what should be my next step because I did get injured
answered on Sep 21, 2024
First, seek medical attention for your injuries. Inform the management of the hotel so that an incident report can be made. Take notes and pictures from the scene of the accident so that you have proof of the harmful condition of the property. Last, schedule a free consultation so that you are... View More
Eight months ago, our HOA went from builder control to community control. The election, to our belief, was illegal in that the HOA mgmt. company broke bylaw & CC&R rules plus State (GA) HOA code rules in conducting the election. They also counted votes in secret without an auditor present.... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
In your situation, the first step as a community is to gather support from as many homeowners as possible who share your concerns. Document all the actions that violate the HOA's bylaws, CC&Rs, and Georgia state HOA code. This documentation will be critical if you decide to pursue legal or... View More
Kids don't wana come
answered on Oct 17, 2024
If there is a court order giving a parent visitation then the children do not get to decide they don't want to go. Until a new order modifies the existing order, all parties should abide by the visitation outlined and the children should be produced when it's the other persons parenting time.
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