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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Indiana on
Q: What to do when worked without cpt?

Hi, I graduated college in May, 2024 and I am planning on going to graduate school in August. I just found out that my cpt extension wasn't done for the internship that I did in the spring semester. I have worked the same internship in the last summer and fall, which I did with valid CPT. I... View More

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answered on Jun 19, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation with the CPT extension. Working without proper authorization can potentially have serious consequences for your immigration status. Here are a few thoughts on your situation:

1. Your DSO is correct that there is not much that can be done...
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking for Indiana on
Q: Can a bank that has a lien on my car file charges against me if I refuse to give them an address to repo the car?
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answered on Jun 15, 2024

If a bank holds a lien on your car and you refuse to provide them with an address to repossess the vehicle, they cannot typically file criminal charges against you for this refusal alone. However, they do have other legal options to pursue the repossession.

The bank can hire a repossession...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: how long legally are they allowed at detain someone for questioning before having to release them…..

My house was raided today an my boyfriend an I were detained separately, as well as we were both taken down to the police station for further questioning. I was released for asking for a lawyer an I still haven’t heard from him. As well as he hasn’t been booked on any charges

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answered on Jun 15, 2024

In the United States, the police can typically detain someone for questioning for a reasonable period, generally considered to be up to 48 hours. If they have not charged the person with a crime within that time, they must either release them or formally arrest and charge them.

Since you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Wrongful Death for Indiana on
Q: I if someone gets arrested in Indiana and they are found not guilty at trial. Can they arrest another person for the sam
Charles Candiano
Charles Candiano
answered on Jun 13, 2024

It appears your question was cut off. If I understand correctly, you are asking whether it is possible for the state of Indiana to charge another person with wrongful death after someone is acquitted. The answer is that the state of Indiana absolutely can arrest another person for the crime. The... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Indiana on
Q: Must I attend the marriage interview, if my divorce with the USC spouse is final and I have filed VAWA due to abuse.

USCIS has just scheduled us for an interview for forms i130 & i1485 based on the prior marriage. However, I have self petitioned myself for VAWA (i-360, i485 & i-765) due to the incessant abuse in the marriage, which led to the eventual divorce 3 months ago. Am I supposed to go for the... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2024

In your situation, you likely do not need to attend the marriage interview scheduled based on your prior marriage and the I-130/I-485 filed by your ex-spouse. Since your divorce has been finalized and you have filed a VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) self-petition (I-360) along with a new I-485... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: Grandson found cell phone on floor at dq and kept it is it stealing
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answered on Jun 11, 2024

It is Conversion, both civilly and criminally as he is depriving the owner of its value and use.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Indiana on
Q: Fui acusado por delito menor tipo A en Indiana Que cargos puede recaer sobre mi

Puedo seguir con el permiso de trabajo

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Entiendo su preocupación. Aquí hay información general sobre su situación:

1. Cargos por delito menor tipo A en Indiana:

- La pena máxima suele ser hasta 1 año de cárcel y una multa de hasta $5,000.

- Los cargos específicos dependerán del delito cometido.

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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Indiana on
Q: How long do you have to transfer willed property into your name?

My mother and her sister inherited a home from their mother in 2011. Their brother has been residing in it since that date. Neither my mother nor the sister cared to do anything with it legally yet. However, my mom is in stage 4 cancer and has a few weeks to live and I have been made her executor.... View More

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answered on Jun 6, 2024

This is a very good question! However, a good answer requires more information and will be complicated no matter what. When you say they inherited this home, was it through an estate? Is there a deed in their names? If so, the deed would have very important and valuable information about what... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Indiana on
Q: I filed chapter seven bankruptcy and I did not reaffirm my mortgage . I make my payments electronically and are current

Can I report them myself with a bank statement

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answered on Jun 5, 2024

Yes, you can report your mortgage payments yourself using your bank statements as proof of payment, even if you did not reaffirm your mortgage during your Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Here's what you can do:

1. Obtain your bank statements showing the mortgage payments you have made since your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Estate Planning for Indiana on
Q: Do I have any rights pertaining to my deceased father?

My father signed a POA before he passed leaving everything to his wife & her kids. His wife just passed away as well. I find no evidence of a will. I've contacted his lawyer to see if he had a trust but she won't respond. Do i have any rights?

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answered on Jun 5, 2024

POA ends at death of principal. The heirs probably own the real property, which may be the heirs of the wife. Hire an IN attorney to search the title and for assets.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Indiana on
Q: If the Police are lying about what is in their records, can a Lawyer make a Police Department show their records?
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answered on Jun 10, 2024

If the police are lying about what is in their records, a lawyer can help you request those records. This is often done through a process called discovery, where both sides in a legal case must share information. In many places, there are also public records laws that require government agencies,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Indiana on
Q: Can cps keep my grandson from me because of a closed case I had 5 years ago and a drug felony that's 5 years old

My case was 5 years ago and so was my felony I graduated a inpatient rehab and drug court and been sober that long I need to get placement of my grandson please help me

Robbin Trowbridge Benko
Robbin Trowbridge Benko
answered on Jun 3, 2024

Let CPS and the court know that you are willing to have a hair follicle drug test done to prove you no longer are on drugs.

If CPS won’t work with you on this send an e-mail to the judge saying you’re willing to take a hair follicle drug test to prove you’re not participating in...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: If I have physical custody and we both have split joint legal custody, is he allowed to leave state and not tell me?

I live in Indiana. My daughter’s dad has a record of abuse. We eased into visits having no overnights for a couple months at first. Now he has a gf from another state and goes there and leaves our child there and never tells me where she is, if she left state or who has her while he is working.

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Robbin Trowbridge Benko
answered on Jun 3, 2024

He is obligated to tell you were he will be taking your child especially if your child is “being left” with the gf. He is required to inform you why is your daughter being left with the gf. Where is he? Look in your court documents to see if the parents were given “right of first... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: How do I sue idoc Indiana department of corrections

I want to sue for the loss of a company and I was tortured 2 different incidents now I have ptsd they starved me half to death I have proof!!!

Wellstone regional hospital diagnosed me with it and had proof I was lack of protein malnutrition I wrote the jail the nurse and everyone about... View More

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answered on Jun 3, 2024

To sue the Indiana Department of Corrections (IDOC) for the loss of your company and the mistreatment you experienced, start by gathering all your evidence, including medical records from Wellstone Regional Hospital and any documentation of your malnutrition and PTSD diagnosis. This evidence is... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Indiana on
Q: how can i register an expired trademark

I want top register an expired trademark I see online

Sean Goodwin
Sean Goodwin
answered on May 21, 2024

A trademark clearance search should still be conducted to ensure that the expired mark is truly dead, and there are no pending applications or a family of related marks that can cause issues. The USPTO application fees are non-refundable, and it currently takes approximately one year for the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Indiana on
Q: Can workman's comp make me switch pharmacies? They are appealing my settlement. I was awarded palliative care.

I'm looking for statutes to back this up.

Charles Candiano
Charles Candiano
answered on May 21, 2024

Nobody can tell you whether they can make you switch pharmacies without reading the Compromise and Release that you both signed a/k/a settlement. The Compromise and Release is a formal contract that terminates the claim. It cannot be "appealed."

You say that you were...
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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Indiana on
Q: I have filed bankruptcy chapter 13. My attorney has failed to keep me current on documents needed and a court date. It

appears to the trustee that I have failed to comply. I would like to fire my attorney, but I have already paid quite a bit to the trustee. I don't know what to do.

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answered on May 21, 2024

I understand that you're in a difficult situation with your Chapter 13 bankruptcy case. Here are some steps you can consider:

1. Communicate with your attorney: Before taking any drastic measures, try to discuss your concerns with your attorney. Explain the issues you're facing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Indiana on
Q: I need help getting the title for a vehicle that we bought, from a friend, who has a lien on it

I've sent demand letter, which he refused to sign for. I've had Poseidon of vehicle for 2 years. He knew it had a lien n didn't tell us. I have text messages, undated bill of sale, and various other forms to prove it's our vehicle, just can't get title cuz he went pay lien

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answered on May 27, 2024

First, gather all the documentation you have, including the undated bill of sale, text messages, and any other proof of the transaction. These will be essential in demonstrating your ownership of the vehicle.

Next, contact the lienholder to inform them of the situation. Explain that you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Internet Law and Small Claims for Indiana on
Q: Hello, I got a Ticket local Ordinance at hammond In, because i failure to use through truck route, Do it effect my licen
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answered on Jun 8, 2024

I understand you are concerned about how a ticket for failing to use a designated truck route in Hammond, Indiana may affect your driver's license. Here are a few key points to consider:

1. Local ordinance violations typically do not result in points being added to your driver's...
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1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Indiana on
Q: Can my adult my autistic son get disability/SSI if he is working part time? He doesn't make enough to pay his bills.

Hello,

We have a 27 year autistic son who also suffers from severe anxiety, depression, and asthma. We have applied for and been denied disability benefits a few times now. He is receiving the state health insurance and they require that we keep applying for disability. The Arc of Indiana... View More

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answered on May 17, 2024

Yes, it is possible for your adult autistic son to receive disability benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if he is working part-time, as long as his income and resources are within the eligibility limits set by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

Here are a few...
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