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answered on Oct 9, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for over two weeks. It may have been left open because it didn't include a question - it was more of a comment. You could repost with a question. There is no need to include personal details. Good luck
I was not given a reason for refusal. This is medical question.
answered on Oct 20, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm sorry your question remained open for a month. It was probably overlooked in the Mergers & Acquisitions heading, instead of something closer, like Health Care. At any rate, it could depend on the reason... View More 
answered on Sep 23, 2024
Any decision about a bankruptcy filing must be made from your full financial circumstances, and past, and probable future.
But about your car- warranties, whether you proceed with some form of bankruptcy relief or not.
Confer with an experienced lawyer in your jurisdiction before proceeding.
Case from 1977 it’s 47 years old can it be reopened anyhow anyway
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about what happened to your father. Seeking justice after so many years is challenging, but not necessarily impossible. You might want to gather all the evidence and documents related to the original case to understand its current status.
Reopening a case from... View More
answered on Sep 20, 2024
Many people are rude. Many doctors are rude and many lawyers are rude. When they are rude, you don't sue them, you avoid them. In your case, you know that your doctor is morally and legally obligated to "fill out your FMLA paperwork" which means that one of their support staff... View More
Renting a room from someone whom also lives in the home and they already have security cameras in place.
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answered on Oct 16, 2024
Generally, you are not required to remove security cameras that belong to the homeowner when you’re on probation. Since the cameras and the house are not yours, and you’re simply renting a room, the existing security setup typically remains the property of the homeowner.
However, it’s... View More
The building I live in is 9 stories tall and has two stairwells at each end of the building. There is one elevator that is very slow and breaks down every few months or so for a couple days at a time, and is operated by key fabs that have also malfunctioned. There is construction starting in our... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. This may be something that fire marshals or other local officials involved in fire protection & public safety would have the most insight into. Good luck
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
Public employees, like police officers or government officials, are often protected by a legal doctrine known as "qualified immunity." This doctrine is designed to shield them from personal liability when performing their official duties, unless they violate "clearly... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2024
If a restraining order has been placed on you, it’s important to follow its terms closely. Contacting a friend of the person who placed the restraining order could be seen as indirect contact. This might be interpreted as a violation of the order, which could lead to legal consequences.... View More
Im a recipient of the Indiana A&D Waiver & am aware the Provider is making fraudulent claims for services not being provided. I'm unable to get the Assisted Living facility nor the Fssa Office who are compensated to oversee & case manage these concerns, neither providers will... View More
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answered on Sep 13, 2024
It sounds like you’re facing a frustrating situation with your provider and the lack of transparency around the charges and services. You have every right to understand what you’re being billed for, especially when you suspect fraud. Providers and case managers are supposed to be accountable... View More
My wife became a US citizen this morning after her oath ceremony. Her 17 year old daughter lives with us and came here on a K2 Visa, now has her Permanent Resident card. Is she automatically a US citizen as a minor, now that her mom is a US citizen?
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
Congratulations to your wife on becoming a U.S. citizen! Regarding your stepdaughter, under U.S. immigration law, a minor child can automatically derive citizenship if certain conditions are met. For her to qualify, your wife must be a U.S. citizen, your stepdaughter must be under 18, and she must... View More
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
When community corrections or a probation officer threatens you with police presence or revocation, it's important to stay calm and understand your rights. Make sure you know the specific conditions of your probation or parole, as well as any recent accusations or violations they may be... View More
My mother has had a stroke two years ago almost she's trying to go to Tunisia to see a Muslim man nobody in the faimly knows of except for her. And will fear the worst the case is she's physically unable to take care of herself if she goes is there any action to take
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answered on Sep 13, 2024
If your mother is physically and mentally unable to take care of herself, you may be able to intervene in her travel plans, especially if her health or safety is at risk. You could consider having an honest conversation with her about your concerns, stressing how important her well-being is.... View More
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
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
To find out who first obtained the patent for the car vent clip-ons, you can search the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) database. This database allows you to look up patents by keywords, inventor names, or patent numbers. By searching for terms like "car vent clip-ons"... View More
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
from selling are trailer
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answered on Sep 11, 2024
When you own a mobile home but rent the lot it sits on, the park's management typically has some rules that govern what you can and cannot do, including selling your home. However, they usually cannot stop you from selling your trailer altogether. What they can do is set requirements that need... View More
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
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
answered on Sep 23, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney on specific Indiana law, there are usually protocols for submitting bills observed nationwide (either through insurance regulations or through the provisions of... View More
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
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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
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