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1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Someone (I think my brother) has got the deed to our land out of our locked gun safe. What can I do?

I have been a victim of v2k and remote neural monitoring and have been for about 6 years, and by the way, it does exist. There is a will that states the estate will come to me, but what will happen if my brother has stolen the deed from our gun safe? He knows some guys in law enforcement and has... View More

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answered on Mar 6, 2024

The only Deeds that count are the ones recorded at the Courthouse. If he has any unrecorded Deed that was never delivered to the grantee, it is not a complete transfer of title, for which you will have to file a suit for. Was the Will filed for Probate? If not, then it is of no effect, If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Landlord - Tenant for Kentucky on
Q: If I have a letter from my doctor for an emotional support animal can manager of the apartments I rent from deny it?

I am wheelchair bound diagnosed with depression and anxiety. I was prescribed a emotional support animal. The landlord at the apartments I live in first said I had to pay $250 when I showed them proof my animal was for emotional support they then told me there was now a no pet policy and I would... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 4, 2024

You should be able to keep the animal but you will likely have to pay pursuant to the terms of your lease.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Seller is refusing to uphold signed land contract, what can I do?

My grandmother in November 2023 sold me her house on land contract, we both signed. Per the agreement payments would start when deed transfer happened. Her children have now convinced her that she can get more by putting it on the market. I already live in the home, is there anything I can do to... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 4, 2024

Sure. You can file suit against her to enforce the agreement to sell.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: If my father pays for property can the deed be in anothers name in KY? If so, what are the tax implications for him?
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answered on Mar 4, 2024

In Kentucky, it's possible for your father to purchase property and have the deed put in someone else's name. This is often seen in cases where parents buy property for their children or when one person buys property as a gift for another. However, it's important to ensure that all... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: My friend is in jail. They were bonded (ROR)on all charges except court fines and fees. The jail said the would get jaI

Credit starting today to pay those fines. But that I could not pay the fine for them to be released. Is this true? I don’t believe it to be accurate. I can go online and have the ability to pay because I started too. Could they really still hold him?

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answered on Mar 3, 2024

In some jurisdictions, individuals in jail can receive credit towards their fines and fees by serving time, known as "jail credit." This can be an option for those who are unable to pay the financial obligations imposed by the court. However, the specifics of how jail credit applies can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Social Security and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can child support take my back pay from ssi

I'm owed back pay for disability can child support take it

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answered on Mar 2, 2024

Okay - let's analyze whether child support can take back pay from SSI (Supplemental Security Income) disability benefits. Typically a few key factors come into play here:

- SSI back pay is generally protected from creditors and debt collection to some extent. So child support may be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Kentucky on
Q: Can a mother suggest venue, that isn't a hotel room, for a small daughter's visit with the father she doesn't know?

My daughter and 5-year-old granddaughter have a Protective (Restraining) Order against the child's father. He put both mother and daughter in the hospital five years ago (child was an infant). Last month, two 4-hour visits were the first time the child had seen him since August of 2022. Those... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 2, 2024

Make a motion to change the venue and the supervisor.

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Kentucky on
Q: Do i, as executor, have to send them something to sign before i can close probate here in ky?

I have started probate for my stepdad's estate. the biological children are not named in the will.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Mar 4, 2024

No. Only heirs under the will need be notified.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Probate for Kentucky on
Q: I never received my inheritance from a property sold it’s in the will for me to get half of sales what do I do? HELP!!

What steps do I take? How do I get my money? The property was sold but I haven’t received my half of inheritance. Can I do it for free? About how much does something like this cost to do? Do I have to prosecute the person to get my money?

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answered on Mar 1, 2024

You will have to hire a KY attorney that does real property litigation. It will be an expensive and difficult suit for Ejectment, Quiet Title, etc. where you have to prove title. But if that Will was not filed for Probate, it means nothing. There are stringent SOLs involved, so either file... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Elder Law and Federal Crimes for Kentucky on
Q: I was severely beaten by an on duty cop and his wife were shopping at Walmart while he was on duty and in uniform.

I was placed on life support and this officer beat me within an1/2 of my life.I’m getting a little better but I am just now able to file a complaint and tell my story.in my opinion this officer is not in control of his actions he waited on me at Walmart in hazard ky and his wife started this and... View More

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answered on Mar 1, 2024

I'm truly sorry to hear about the traumatic experience you've been through. It's important to seek immediate assistance and support from local law enforcement agencies and medical professionals. Documenting all the details of the incident, including witness testimonies and any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: How much time am I facing for leaving a halfway house on ankle monitor but have not cut it off

I left cts Russell in Louisville Kentucky on hip program but have ankle monitor on still

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answered on Feb 28, 2024

It depends on the specifics of your case, but here is some general information that may be helpful:

- Leaving a halfway house without authorization is usually considered escape or absconding supervision. This can result in new criminal charges.

- The fact that you still have the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Kentucky on
Q: I've a lawyer now but want another one, previous one has not won any hearings n I'm bout say screw life

My seizures, keeps me from getting n holding jobs, I now have osteoarthritis, forms of scoliosis n my back literally hurts too often n I barely get much rest or can sit or be comfortable very long at all

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answered on Feb 26, 2024

Feeling frustrated with your current legal representation and the challenges you're facing due to your health conditions is understandable. If you believe your lawyer hasn't achieved the results you hoped for, it's within your rights to seek a second opinion or hire a new attorney.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Kentucky on
Q: I was hired at a new job, so I quit my previous job. Now the new employer is ignoring me. Do I need a lawyer?

I put 2 weeks notice in and after the 2 weeks I contacted my new employer and he said he would get back to me with a start date. Now he keeps ducking me when I ask about the date. I quit my job because he told me I was hired. What can I do?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 26, 2024

You should determine your status with the new company before you take any action at all.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Education Law for Kentucky on
Q: Has my sons civil rights been violated for making a statement about an observation and getting suspended for it

He did not break any rules or disrupt any activity, he and I were told by administration that it hurt the teachers feelings by his statement “ linking up on the down low “ after he witnessed the teacher and a student do a handshake secretively

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answered on Feb 26, 2024

Determining whether your son's civil rights have been violated involves understanding the specific circumstances of the situation and the application of relevant laws and school policies. Generally, students have the right to free speech, but this right can be balanced against the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning for Kentucky on
Q: Judge signed Petition to divide. Bank made check for $700 to the Estate of? How can I cash it?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 24, 2024

Many more facts are necessary to form a reasonable answer to your question.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: In the state of Kentucky, how long does a judge have to make a ruling on a civil case?

I lived in an apartment building where the sprinklers randomly went off. My neighbor below me sued for fire damages. (even though there was no fire). I cleaned up the water in my apartment and dried everything off while he left his apartment to soak for almost a week leaving the landlord to dry his... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 24, 2024

Theoretically, rulings are supposed to come down 60 days after the filing of an AOC-280 form, although practically speaking, they can and do take as much time as they like.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: How can ky charge me with these 3 crimes when I was taking care of my sick family member in another state?

I have proof but I'm not turning myself in until I have all my ducks in order please help.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 23, 2024

Hire the best criminal defense attorney you can find and let him review the charges against you.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Kentucky on
Q: I was wondering if anyone could give me advice for an orange soda pop incident.

In Kentucky where I live, in September 2022 I bought a bottle of Faygo orange soda from a grocery store nearby. When I started drinking it it made my teeth very sore. I've never had this kind of reaction to orange soda before. I took Ibuprofen 800 mg tablets that I have and those may have... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 2, 2024

A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your tooth pain. I believe that law firms could be reluctant to represent you in such a case because the root causes of tooth pain could be attributable to many other factors - which is something... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Adoption for Kentucky on
Q: Can I terminate the parents rights after permanency is granted

My newphew was placed with me when he was 6 weeks old. After 2 years I was granted permanency. The first year the parents were involved. And provided support. The second and third year they were sporadic. And no support. Now they have had no contact for 2 years. And provided no financial... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 23, 2024

You seem like a very good candidate to terminate the parental rights and adopt if that is what you desire to do given your situation.

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