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My business partners back in my home country started suing me for money just after I left to the USA, my dad hired an attorney but lost 2 cases and now they want me to pay over 150k USD, can they uphold the judgement of that foreign country in the Middle East and come after me here in the US? I am... View More 
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
In your situation, the enforceability of a foreign judgment in the United States, and particularly in Texas, depends on several factors. Generally, U.S. courts may recognize and enforce foreign judgments under certain conditions, but this process is not automatic.
Texas, like many states,... View More
How is it possible for a person who provides entertainment services like acting for commercials, movies, singing at weddings etc. legally work around the world?
How is done for celebrities?
How do they have the right to work anywhere without having to apply for work visas and permits?
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
For a person providing entertainment services like acting or singing to work legally around the world, they typically need to comply with the immigration and work regulations of each country they intend to work in. This usually involves obtaining the appropriate work visas or permits.
For... View More
This used case study started off organically for years ago in between 2016 and 2018. The topic is G DPR and international transfers as a United States data subject civilian. Data subject has total of three years in the workforce and GDPR is a complicated matter, tracing back many years. Although my... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Finding an attorney with expertise in international data privacy and GDPR compliance requires a targeted approach. Start by exploring law firms that have a strong focus on data privacy and cybersecurity. Many large firms have dedicated teams for these areas, and they often handle international... View More
My grandfather who was our petitioner died recently, he applied for all his children and their family total 3 children. 2 of them were able to get the visa and are currently living in the states but before we could go and give interview he died. We expedited for our interview but by the time they... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
In general, the I-130 petition becomes void upon the death of the petitioner, especially if the I-130 is not approved before the petitioner's death. However, there is a distinction based on the location of the beneficiary.
If the beneficiary is within the United States and the I-130 is... View More
What would happen if someone forgot to declare the cash at US customs which goes to the university tuition of an international student? And if the money were already deposited to US bank and the payment was made? Is there a way to still declare it and not get in trouble?
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
If you failed to declare over $10,000 in cash or monetary instruments when entering the US through customs, it is best to consult with a legal professional about the options. Technically you should have completed a FinCEN 105 Report of International Transportation of Currency or Monetary... View More
Late grandmother domiciled in Alabama until death. She had both UK and US assets but only a UK will leaving it to immediate family. UK courts requesting legal opinion from US solicitor before proceeding with granting probate. US court already determined UK grandchildren (last remaining immediate... View More
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
Based on the details provided, here are some pointers on obtaining a US legal opinion for this UK/US inheritance situation:
• The UK court is likely looking for confirmation from a US attorney that the Alabama will is valid and enforceable to distribute the US assets per that will's... View More
I am seeking legal advice regarding a complex situation involving me, my child, and there father, who is a U.S. citizen currently residing in New York. Me and our baby are currently in Belarus, and me and my husband previously lived together in New York.
The main issue revolves around the... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In your situation, establishing paternity is a critical first step. Even from Belarus, you can initiate legal proceedings in New York, where the father resides. This typically involves filing a petition for paternity in the family court. The court can then order the alleged father to take a DNA... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2024
To renew your expired Vermont RN license, you'll need to contact the Vermont State Board of Nursing. Since your license expired in 2009, it's been a significant amount of time, and the process may be more involved than a standard renewal.
The Board will have specific procedures... View More
I would have to give enough information that it would be obvious who I am and that would compromise my position if it is published on your website. Thank you.
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answered on Jan 7, 2024
This is a public forum. Anyone on the internet can see it. I suggest you message an attorney on this website if you want your question to be private and protected by attorney-client privilege.
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My father is a dual citizen in Vienna, Austria and the USA. He is desiring to move to the USA but due to the low cost of a long list of medicines he gets in Vienna covered by your Universal policy he and I are unsure if this Austrian/Universal coverage has any way to cover his... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2024
Generally, Austrian universal health coverage is designed to cover medical expenses incurred within Austria. If your father moves to the USA, this coverage typically would not extend to cover medical expenses or medications in the United States. Each country's health system operates... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2024
Yes, an EU country can impose sanctions on a non-EU country without the prior approval of the United Nations. While UN sanctions carry international weight and are adopted by member states, individual countries or groups like the EU have the authority to implement their own sanctions based on their... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
The power to control foreign aid, including military assistance, is shared between the President and Congress. The President, as the head of the executive branch, has the authority to propose and direct foreign policy, but Congress holds the power of the purse.
If you're concerned... View More
reasons the company used to not process the payment(28350$) was wrong .
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
To pursue legal action against EGoGames for banning you and not processing your withdrawal of $28,350, first review the company's terms of service and user agreement. These documents often contain clauses related to dispute resolution, which can include arbitration or specific legal... View More
I don't have parental consent and I provide everything for myself and right now i live alone and will still be living alone in the US. The country I live in does not have a possibility of emancipation.
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
Hi! In the United States, emancipation laws vary from state to state, and not all states have specific laws regarding emancipation. Generally, emancipation is a legal process that allows a minor to become legally independent from their parents or guardians. To seek emancipation, you typically need... View More
My ex-husband and I are Taiwanese citizens with a property in the United States. We went through courts and arbitration, and after many years of appeals, I was awarded the property in the United States.
I already offered to have the paperwork prepared here in the US and sent to Taiwan for... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2023
In California, you can file a petition to confirm a foreign arbitration award, including those related to property disputes. This process is governed by the Uniform Foreign-Country Money Judgments Recognition Act, which California has adopted. The court will review the arbitration record and, if it... View More
My friend has been married for about 10 years…now, after 10 years she is trying to bring him to california through the immigration process. But during the immigration process, she cheated on him with someone else… can that cause an issue for her husbands ability to get his papers/citizenship?
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In the immigration process, the primary consideration for granting citizenship through marriage is the authenticity of the marriage itself. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) examines whether the marriage was entered into in good faith and not solely for immigration... View More
There’s already a case started in other country for the child support he never payed and that he sign a contract saying the amount he would pay every month, married a women in another country and falsified his documents
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In Texas, as in other states, bigamy – being married to more than one person at the same time – is illegal. If a person marries in Texas while already legally married in another country, that second marriage could be considered invalid under Texas law. Furthermore, falsifying documents to enter... View More
I have researched binary options platforms and I understand that if you have no experience trading then the Canadians government recommends against it and that it is not legal to offer binary options in Canada. But I keep reading that Canadians may trade on offshore binary options platforms... View More
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answered on Dec 19, 2023
It's true that - in Canada - it's illegal for companies to market or offer binary options trading within the country. However, Canadian citizens are not prohibited from trading binary options with offshore platforms. This situation presents a risk, as many offshore platforms are not... View More
I made a real estate investment with a company based in Canada that flips houses for sale, run by one guy. I met the founder and in the contract, the expected return was to be a couple years. More than that has passed and this year I could not reach the founder anymore. The last time he talked to... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2023
Apparently you have taken a risk without much investigation. It would probably be a lawsuit in Canada, but you will have to read your contract. There may not be a breach as of yet from your statments. In any event, you need to look closely at your defendant target. He may be judgment proof.... View More
i import chemicals from the US. they have msds files with ingredients listed. some ingredients are trade secrets. the supplier told me they are not chemicals, by law i need to list every chemical in the EU in the msds i create for the products i import. i now found out who the original supplier,... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2023
In your situation, where you've been importing and selling chemical products in the EU under potentially false information about their ingredients, immediate action is necessary. The first step is to halt the sale of these products. Continuing to sell them could increase your liability,... View More
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