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I am a federal employee who took annual federal leave to attend various appointments, including medical ones. Before my leave, I completed paperwork for Reasonable Accommodation and provided it to my employer. I informed her about my medical appointments and gave documents that would not infringe... View More 
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
Your federal employer cannot generally demand proof of your specific activities during your annual leave unless there is a clear and specific policy requiring it. As long as you have provided the necessary documentation for your Reasonable Accommodation request and your medical appointments without... View More
I was awarded attorney's fees in a civil lawsuit in Massachusetts, and we placed a lien on the plaintiff's home in 2017. However, the lien expired two years ago. Today, when I tried to renew the lien, I was informed that it expired due to the statute of limitations. Can I file a request... View More
I purchased my home in Texas in October 2023. My mortgage company estimated MUD property taxes based on the land value instead of the newly completed home and the selling price. I discovered this issue in March 2025 when I received a statement showing an escrow shortage of over $1,200, resulting in... View More
I am currently deployed overseas for 18 months but plan to return to Texas. Within the next 2-4 months, I want to purchase an AR-15 rifle due to its rarity and high-end value. My previous FFL dealer can only hold it for up to 2 weeks. Given this, I was considering having my sister, who also has a... View More
I am seeking advice on how to correctly answer Question 20(g) on ATF Form 4473 regarding mental health. Over 10 years ago, I voluntarily admitted myself to a mental rehab facility due to a psychotic episode related to insomnia. I was not adjudicated as a mental defective nor formally diagnosed and... View More
I need guidance on how to address potential financial mismanagement involving my mother's assets. My sister is the Power of Attorney for my mother, who has dementia, and I am her primary caregiver. For the past year, I've tried to communicate with my sister about missing funds, but she... View More
I am receiving regular prenatal care from an OB doctor in Puerto Rico, including required blood tests. I wish to have an unassisted home birth and have asked some midwives if it's illegal in Puerto Rico, and they said it isn't. Can you confirm whether having an unassisted home birth in... View More
My mom is planning her retirement, and recently, we worked with an agent to move her federal savings into a SPIA annuity account. However, we discovered that the agent electronically signed my mom's name on the annuity application without her knowledge or authorization. He claims that to... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2025
I am questioning if your mother did not authorize an electronic signing. I am guessing that this is the situation, and I also believe that she signed something to move money into the account. Electronic signatures are binding in most situations.
How was the money moved to the annuity if... View More
As a nurse employed by the Montana Department of Corrections, my employer is "transferring" several positions to another location within the department, which is a 90-mile drive from our current location. We are union employees and have been informed that we must bid on positions at both... View More
I am experiencing significant challenges with a family law case involving my children. The other party has engaged in criminal threats via text messages and violated our parenting plan, with parental alienation being facilitated by the judge, DCF, and court staff. Despite submitting evidence about... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
It sounds like you're dealing with a highly difficult situation. First, document everything thoroughly. Keep a detailed record of all incidents, including messages, actions from the other party, interactions with the court, and any impact on your children. Evidence is key, so make sure any... View More
I am homeless and have been camping on the gradient boundary of a navigable stream in Texas for over four years without any prior issues with law enforcement. Recently, police officers informed me verbally that I could not camp there, but provided no formal written notice. They then removed my tent... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
In Texas, police can remove belongings in certain situations, but there are strict guidelines regarding the treatment of homeless individuals and their property. Generally, police need to give proper notice before removing belongings, and there must be a legal basis for doing so. If you were not... View More
I received a 10-day eviction judgment after missing a court date I was not notified about. Despite having letters from my doctors confirming my disability, the lawyer stated that I am not disabled and have no pending ERAP application, which has been closed to the public since January 20, 2023. What... View More
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answered on Apr 8, 2025
You should immediately seek to file a motion to vacate the eviction judgment, especially if you never received notice about the court date. You have the right to request a new hearing if you can prove that you missed it due to a lack of proper notification. This motion is typically filed with the... View More
As the president of the HOA board, I am concerned about whether our HOA is required to divulge the costs associated with a lawsuit currently in mediation to its members, or if this information is protected under attorney-client privilege. Additionally, I am interested in understanding if the costs... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2025
Certainly the billing records of your attorneys would be confidential and shouldn't be disclosed.
But the total amounts paid the attorneys probably is not confidential and may be a legitimate interest of the members.
Check with your attorneys and see what they say.
I am currently staying in a family supportive housing shelter in San Jose, CA with my daughter and grandson. The shelter is asking us to leave because they mistakenly think my daughter is on EMP (Electronic Monitoring Program), but she is actually on CRP (Community Release Program) from juvenile... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
You have the right to stay in your shelter as long as you meet the program's requirements. If there is a misunderstanding about your daughter’s CRP status, it’s important to clarify the situation with the shelter. Since she is on the Community Release Program and not the Electronic... View More
I received a ticket for careless use of a vehicle on BLM land in Idaho. The paperwork instructed me to appear in court, but instead, I had to speak with an attorney who threatened to upgrade my ticket to a misdemeanor if I insisted on seeing a judge. I was not informed beforehand of a change in... View More
My current landlord has falsely accused my wife and me of behaviors under clause 24 CFR 982.552(c) related to our former landlord, impacting our rental agreement and reputation. Despite providing proof that I reported my income change 10 days after employment through email, my landlord did not... View More
I work with a charter school and am seeking clarification on compliance with the Texas Education Code Chapter 44, particularly related to the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) posting requirements for procurements over $25,000 using public funds. We have not faced compliance issues in the past... View More
I own a property that was undergoing rehabilitation in Wayne County, but the Landbank has taken it over without sending me any notices or a copy of a default judgment. I've paid all the taxes, and there has been no prior litigation regarding the property. I've reached out to the Landbank... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2025
If the Land Bank actually received a judgment to take your property, you would need to confirm that you were served properly by them. You have ONE YEAR from the date of the judgment to request the court to set aside the judgment for good cause.
I am starting a creativity coaching side to my sole proprietorship and want to advertise that I've completed two years of study, earning 50 credits in an accredited clinical mental health graduate program. I plan to make it clear on my website, print materials, and social media that I am not a... View More
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