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I am a 66-year-old retired nurse with a disability. Recently, I learned that my sister and her children deliberately planned for a year to exclude me from a family trip to Hawaii, making sure I wouldn't find out. This caused me significant emotional distress, including tears throughout their... View More 
Two years ago, we hired a contractor to repair our roof due to storm damage. The contractor requested our insurance quote and assured us that the work was covered, so we didn’t get a bid or sign a contract. The work was completed without any payment or further communication with the contractor or... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2025
Forward the quote to your insurance and see if they will pay it for you.
I was wrongfully imprisoned and charged with criminal mischief in Kentucky after unintentionally escaping from a hospital while I was very sick. Additionally, I have a dismissed charge from Indiana on my record. I would like to know how I can clear my name and remove these false and misleading... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2025
You should be able to expunge your record immediately and remove all the charges once and for all.
I voluntarily signed away my parental rights to both of my children during a private adoption. The adoptive family has since been charged with sexual assault, which resulted in my children going into foster care. Currently, my grandmother is fostering them, and I live with her to help because of... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2025
You can certainly try. I would file a motion to rescind the termination.
I had an incident where my hair was severely damaged after a salon treatment involving pure bleach. The treatment lasted for about 10 hours over two days, and I am still going to the doctor due to scalp issues, including scabs. These visits have resulted in medical bills, although my insurance... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2025
Sue the salon and the stylist both for your medical bills and damages from the treatment.
I surrendered my dog to a shelter and falsely claimed I found him, which led to their acceptance of the dog. Later, they discovered I was the actual owner and contacted me, stating I needed to retrieve my dog or face potential charges for lying and abandonment. Could this situation result in legal... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
I doubt there is any jail time involved, although you could be charged with abandonment for failing to retrieve him.
While staying at a bed and breakfast, I drove a golf cart owned by the establishment. After parking it, the cart rolled back and collided with a truck. I did not sign any waivers or responsibility acknowledgments about liability before driving the golf carts, and there were no signs or verbal... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
Don’t pay it or respond. If you didn’t sign the agreement, you’re not bound by it. Make them sue you and force them to use their insurance.
I'm involved in a current legal case in Kentucky regarding the charge of WANTON/RECKLESS EXPLOIT ADULT BY PERSON O/$300. Could you explain what this means for the defendant, including the potential penalties and the legal process involved?
answered on Apr 16, 2025
The charge is a felony which carries 1-5 years and a $1000-$5000 fine., plus any restitution that may be owed. Highly recommend hiring an attorney and not representing yourself.
I have had permanent custody of a 14-year-old and a 15-year-old for 10 years. The biological father has spent most of his time in prison and was not granted visitation rights. The mother had visitation rights but stopped seeing the children years ago. Can I pursue adoption without involving the... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
No. Both biological parents will have to be personally served as parties to the adoption.
I have several qualifying conditions, such as epilepsy, chronic pain, and degenerative disc disease, which make me eligible for a medical marijuana card in Kentucky. I want to switch from pain medication to medical marijuana because I have a fatty liver. However, I live with an individual who is on... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Won’t likely be any problem for you but I doubt that will go over with his probation officer. Roommate may need to find new place to live.
On March 2, 2025, my car was repossessed. The finance company says I can get it back if I pay $987.78 plus the March and April payments. However, I haven't had the car since it was repossessed; it's been at the repo and auction lots. Can they require me to pay these two monthly payments... View More
I received a paper in court labeled 'Terms and Conditions of Dismissal' related to a disorderly conduct charge in Kentucky. Is this the same as a diversion agreement?
I am currently under "Terms and Conditions of Dismissal" for a disorderly conduct charge in Kentucky. This agreement, signed on May 2, 2023, states that I should not violate any laws of the Commonwealth of KY to avoid a contempt charge. On April 1, 2025, I received a seatbelt citation... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Technically, yes, but practically, no. Most likely will not affect your diversion agreement.
I received a document from the district court of Hardin County, KY, related to a disorderly conduct charge. It outlines "Terms and Conditions of Dismissal," including paying a fine and not violating any laws of the Commonwealth of KY for two years. Violations are punishable by contempt.... View More
I live in Kentucky, and my boyfriend was charged with shoplifting and identity theft in Pike County. He was released on bond but missed his original arraignment and was later picked up in Perry County on a parole violation warrant. He is now in Perry County jail, facing no charges there, but... View More
My adult son, who has no mental health issues, is currently detained overseas in a human rights matter. If I want to hire a lawyer to assist him, do I need his permission to do so?
In February 2023, I purchased a 5-year-old car with a $2,500 down payment. Over three years, I paid more than $15,000, but due to a 24% finance charge, the total cost amounted to $30,000. I was not given a warranty because of the car's age. Recently, I found out a tracking device was installed... View More
I live in Kentucky, and I have a judgment against me related to a workers' compensation claim. I haven't filed for any homestead exemption, and the case hasn't gone to trial yet. Can the state force me to sell my primary residence to fulfill the judgment?
answered on Apr 11, 2025
They can if there is sufficient equity in the property to satisfy the judgment.
I am writing on behalf of an individual affected by my employer's attendance point system, which uses ADP to track attendance. Our employer has a system where we have 65 total points, with 5 "freebie" days that incur no points. Points are deducted for missing a day (6 points) and for... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It seems like you're in a difficult situation, especially with the changes to the attendance system affecting your points and potentially your job security. If your employer has made repeated errors in recalculating attendance points without proper notice or explanation, this could be... View More
I was granted a full expungement, yet my name and appeal still appear on the Justia website. Why is this information still accessible, and what steps can I take to address this issue?
answered on Apr 10, 2025
Not sure how, where or why your name appears, but you may want to send them a copy of your expungement order requesting they remoe the information.
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