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Q: Are there any criminal defense attorneys that service White County who also offer payment plans?

Are all fees due before going to court, which is in October

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: Can you get in trouble for picking up kids with active pfa

Mother is requesting father to pick up the kids after she put a pfa on him and listed the kids also. Couple is still married - she meets him and gives the kids to him

0 Answers | Asked in Small Claims for Indiana on
Q: If I have a letter that's says I won't owe would that be enough yo win the civil case

Co signed on car co signer file chapter 13 car company refused to file claim ... filed for realif then sent me a letter saying I wouldn't owe anything from the sale but now are trying to take me to court for the 10k is the letter enough to win against them

0 Answers | Asked in Patents (Intellectual Property) for Indiana on
Q: Can I get credit for an invention even though I have no proof?

I emailed a patent attorney about the idea of car vent clip-ons, years before air freshen clip-ons came out on the market. A young man called me several times, however he said he needed $10,000 to initiate the patent process. That was more than I could afford, not to mention fear of being scammed,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation and Tax Law for Indiana on
Q: What are my options when dealing with a business?

I stayed in a motel for five months. I was harrassed by the general manager and threatened by the assistant manager. I was charged a fraudulent pet fee which equaled to a nightly rate in order for management to remove me from property earlier than expected. I have called customer service multiple... View More

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answered on Sep 9, 2024

When dealing with a business that has treated you unfairly, there are several steps you can take to protect your rights. Start by gathering all the evidence you have, such as receipts, videos, and any correspondence with the motel management or customer service. Make sure to document every... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning for Indiana on
Q: What rights do I have as an heir in Dearborn County Indiana?

My father gave away most of not all of his assets through POA before he passed away. There's no evidence of a will & if theres a trust I have no knowledge. As an heir is there a way to find out if there is a trust? I contacted the his attorney about w no response. He gave his wife (now... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: I am a Hunter and I want to know how expensive is it to get my gun rights back I only have forgery and theft felonies?

What is the process and could I get governor pardon.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Indiana on
Q: How do I win an appeal for No Trespass at the University of Notre Dame?

I appealed two different years and got denied both times, it's not right when I am not going to hurt anyone there to begin with! Is there any legal alternative to appealing to them?

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answered on Sep 8, 2024

Winning an appeal for a No Trespass order at the University of Notre Dame requires presenting strong, compelling evidence that shows you pose no threat and have valid reasons for wanting access. You should focus on demonstrating that you respect the university’s rules and that your presence... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Foreclosure and Real Estate Law for Indiana on
Q: A few years ago My sister moved into my house and I tried to get her evicted through the court . Everything was in name.

I work in another town so I got an apartment because it was not barrage to live with her . I changed my address for mail.. well my sister went to the bank and had all mortgage paperwork sent to her with “ care off” and her name and address.. then she never paid the mortgage. Ihad no idea she... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice, Health Care Law, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for Indiana on
Q: Is it legal to be suddenly billed for months of medical equipment usage?

I've had a CPAP for at least a year and was told that my insurance would cover it. I've just received a bill in the mail with charges going back for the last 5 months. I called the number on the bill and asked why they started charging me 5 months ago, and why they didn't send me any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: If items of mine were stolen and pawned, does the pawnshop have to return the stolen property to me or do I have to buy

I didnt have serial numbers, but have a confession via text from the guy that stole them.

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

If your stolen items were pawned, you have a right to reclaim them. Typically, pawnshops must return stolen property to the rightful owner without charging them for it. This is often the case when you can provide proof, such as a police report and evidence like the confession from the thief.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Elder Law, Libel & Slander and Probate for Indiana on
Q: My mother is elderly, 81 years old. I suspect dementia. How can I expose her “caregivers” for lying to her about me.

I am my mother’s only daughter. My dad has passed. He wanted me POA Health Representative. My mother has gone and changed it from me to her sister with out notifying me. These “caregivers” she has have brainwashed her into believing I stole money from her, pills from her. I’m on drugs. All... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Indiana on
Q: Can my ex fight to get tax credit on my child?

My divorce decree states my ex husband (non custodial parent) can claim child 1 on taxes every year. It states I (custodial parent) can claim child 2 every year on taxes. Child 1 is now 19 and no longer being claimed by ex husband. I am still clamining child 2. Ex husband is trying to take me... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: Can local police in state A go to a county judge in state B to obtain a search warrant against a resident of state B?
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answered on Sep 8, 2024

When dealing with law enforcement across state lines, the process for obtaining a search warrant can be complex. Generally, police in one state (State A) cannot directly go to a judge in another state (State B) to obtain a search warrant against a resident of State B. Jurisdictional boundaries... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: I had a criminal public defender how do I go about getting a new one in Indianapolis Indiana?

I don't feel that he is defending me like he should I feel as if he's not even trying to negotiate with the prosecuting attorney's office better terms for me because I know that it's possible because I know what I got can be dropped down to a class A misdemeanor and I can be... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for Indiana on
Q: I work remote in Indiana for a company in Texas. Which state do I hire a lawyer in?

Non-payment of earned wages

0 Answers | Asked in Legal Malpractice for Indiana on
Q: my first UA was not recorded but now they are and my levels don't make sense what can I do

I'VE been ordered to take UA's and my first one was not recorded and I have not been smoking THC but now their saying my levels are increasing and the judge is disregarding the fact my numbers where not recorded and the woman running the test is not certified she only works for the court... View More

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