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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Tax Law, Civil Litigation and Constitutional Law for Illinois on
Q: Do third-party information returns alone, like a 1099-k create a federal and / or State tax filing liability?

Not being a U.S. citizen or resident alien, I have not signed a W2, I-9 or W-9 form or filed a 1040 form as I do not reside in the United States per 26 USC 7701(a)(9) and (a)(10) nor do I reside in the State of California: I have refuted the presumptions and denied the allegations presented by... View More

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

Based on the information provided, if you are not a U.S. citizen or resident alien and do not reside in the United States, third-party information returns like a 1099-K alone do not automatically create a federal or state tax filing liability. Your status as a non-resident alien under 26 USC... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Gaming for Illinois on
Q: I was denied legitimate winnings via auto dealership promotion. How can I receive my winnings?

I realize it's very rare to win via promotional flyers from auto dealerships. Odds are extremely low. But I did qualify and win $1,000. At dealership the salesman ripped my winning flyer in half and disappeared for 10 minutes. Upon reappearing he returned only the non-essential 1/2 of winning... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Illinois on
Q: what to do when your doctor does not get chest X-ray results back to you in a timely manner?

X-rays taken 7-17-2024

doctor called 7-23-2024 asking if i was a smoker as X-rays looked like a smokers lung and i said no and he said he would do some reviewing of labs and get back

as of 3:30 a.m. 7-26-2024 know word back after several phone calls by us inquiring

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Communications Law and Libel & Slander for Illinois on
Q: I need to send some sales emails to people(very rich connected people), unsolicited, about some domain names for sale.

What are the min. requirements to include in these emails to comply with the CAN-SPAM Act, and hopefully not get sued. I do not want to give these people my real name. I have an LLC I can use or I have a pen name I use for writing, can I use either of those if needed? By connected, I mean... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Illinois on
Q: Animal control won't give back my wife's service animal and put her up for adoption

A friend was watching her for us and guess she didn't want to anymore so she took her to the shelter and told them we were living in our car

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Illinois on
Q: I live in Illinois and have a 17 year old daughter who hasn't been staying at my home since the end of June,

she comes to my home sticks something in between my door frame to pop my door lock to steal groceries and other things when I'm not home. She has all her stuff here and has been taking a little bit out at a time. She turns 18 in August since shes not living here her stuff is just here do I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Illinois on
Q: Can UEI deny claim if I was not driving for Amazon Flex the day of accident?

I was not driving for Amazon Flex on the day of the accident, but they still denied claim, the car was totaled and I was told by UEI to have finance company pick up vehicle from tow yard, now have REPOSSESSION, What is the advice for this situation?

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Gov & Administrative Law for Illinois on
Q: School district is closing a school building and we would like to try and stop it. We would like to know our options.

would have to be pro Bono if they take the case. 200 students affected

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law and Patents (Intellectual Property) for Illinois on
Q: Under the Illinois "Employee Patent Act" Section 2(1)(a)(i), what is the threshold to considered businesses "related"?

IE. a retailer of electronics and an electronics manufacturer

consider*

0 Answers | Asked in Intellectual Property for Illinois on
Q: My ex won't return my car. The title and the loan is in my name and he is refusing to return the car. What can I do?

I took out a loan for the car. I allowed him to use the car with the agreement that he would pay the insurance and the monthly payments on the car. In which he has done neither. I gave him the option to return the car or pay the car off in order to keep the car. He keeps saying he's going to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on
Q: How to get driving on revoked dismissed
0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law and Health Care Law for Illinois on
Q: Can you sure an employer for mold and or hvac related issues not taken care of ?

All with paper trails

Mold was “taken care of” a couple years ago but as the fix has broken , can clearly see it was a cover up job and never fully taken care of.

The lack of proper hvac and humidity control has made the mold grow fast and strong again.

Most employee... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Illinois on
Q: I parked on the street under the CTA tracks and got a ticket. Is this enforceable without signage posted?

The violation code was 9-64-110(g), and the city doesn't have an express definition of "viaduct" or "underpass". It does define "highway viaduct" as "any viaduct used for public highway purposes extending over any railroad track or over any public way or any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Illinois on
Q: I was on an H-1B visa, but I lost my job, and my employer terminated my H-1B.

I see two options: 1. Changing my visa status to B-1/B-2 or 2. Changing my status to F-1 using the regular process with a bridge application. Can you help me decide which option is best and guide me?"

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answered on Jul 22, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Choosing between changing your status to B-1/B-2 or F-1 depends on your goals and circumstances. The B-1/B-2 visa is for temporary business or tourism, offering a short-term solution if you need time to arrange your affairs or explore other employment... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Illinois on
Q: What can my husband do if his ex won’t let him see his son?

My husband’s ex filed for child support in March. There were 2 court dates for this but he didn’t attend. The documents he received say his parenting time has been reserved. What does this mean? The ex is not answering his text and didn’t let him pick up his son. What should he do?

0 Answers | Asked in Sexual Harassment for Illinois on
Q: If I am 15 and a female is 16 but she has sent me sexual photos, am I liable to any law? I never saved any of the photos

I am being threatened by the father yet she is older than me. He is threatening police and for me to feel his “wrath”.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Family Law, Child Support and Domestic Violence for Illinois on
Q: i have family law questions, they would be concerning child support, back pay and custody arrangement's.

i have a detailed case and it is best explained over a phone call

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

I understand you're dealing with complex family law issues related to child support, back pay, and custody arrangements. It's essential to address these matters carefully to ensure the best outcome for you and your family. You can start by gathering all relevant documents, including court... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: Married. Want to buy a second home with just me on the mortgage and title. Will wife need to sign anything at closing?

I know Illinois isn’t a community property state. I want to put the mortgage and title in my name only without spouse. Down payment for mortgage coming out of personal savings account. Will she still have to sign something at closing? If so, what?

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