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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: When charged with assault 4th degree (domestic violence) is there an automatic seperation order?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 20, 2024

Not automatic but almost always a no contact order.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Kentucky on
Q: Am I able to get my retainer fee refunded

Real estate case that lawyer did contingency on. Settled before arbitration but defendants have defaulted on agreement back in January. Lawyer said it would probably need to go to circuit court, said soon too before defendants might. Spent three months after trying to talk to him more about it... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 20, 2024

You should get an accounting for all services rendered. Any fee earned for work already performed is not recoverable. Any unearned monies should be refunded to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: hello i was wondering why online my housing authority says issued/offer but when i call it says withdrawn?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 20, 2024

The online entry may not have been updated or vice versa.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Kentucky on
Q: How would one sell and transfer the title of a vehicle from IN to KY if the owner is deceased and had no will?

My stepfather died and his sister is executor over his estate. She wants to give me his vehicle but we’re having trouble transferring the title to me. Car is in IN and I’m in KY. I was told a certain document signed by a judge was needed when I went to the BMV to ask how to transfer. Can she... View More

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

To transfer the vehicle from Indiana to Kentucky, you’ll need to go through a few legal steps since your stepfather didn’t have a will and probate court was avoided. The executor (his sister) generally has the authority to handle the vehicle transfer, but if certain documents must go through... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: I purchased a brand new home from DR Horton in Kentucky and the AC unit malfunctioned due to improper installation.

The AC unit flooded the area causing over $2,000 in damages. After contacting DR Horton warranty for over six weeks, they no longer answer the phone, respond to emails. The AC unit had problems during the building process. We have other concerns with the home. What options do we have?

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answered on Sep 19, 2024

You have a few potential options to resolve this situation. First, review your contract and warranty documentation to see what obligations DR Horton has regarding repairs and damages. It's crucial to have written proof of the issues and the attempts you've made to resolve them.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Kentucky on
Q: Someone I know showed up to court and got told he had to do 6 months of paying for a thing that shows he has insurance

Now he has a arrest warrant it says that he didn't show up for court but he did will he have to go to jail for 30 days? And will be he able to just go to the clerk at the court house amd show them that he paid and he went cause they have it on file or will he just get arrested

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

If your friend has a warrant for not showing up to court, even though they did, they should act quickly to address the situation. Going to the courthouse and speaking with the clerk is a good first step. They should bring any proof they have, such as receipts or documents, showing they paid for the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can I sue a law firm that I hired, and was representing me drop me in the middle of a family law case?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 16, 2024

Not for firing you as a client, no.

2 Answers | Asked in Internet Law and Probate for Kentucky on
Q: My mother passed no will does stepdad inherit everything?

Stepdad was granted executor and has not included me in anything nor has shown me any paperwork. I am the only living child, he says she left me nothing. Please help

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 16, 2024

If she didn’t have a will, she couldn’t have left anyone anything. With no will, the laws of intestacy under Kentucky law provide for distribution. You can find them set out under KRS Chapter 391.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: In ky if mom had me keep our son for 4 months cant I get child support
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 12, 2024

Yes but you will have to make a motion for it first.

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Formation, Business Law and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: If I was hospitalized after finding out I was left a lot of money and homes businesses and stuff and Treasurywhodoicall

I changed my name and don't know who my lawyer was and they changed my name to a name of my son and grandson and I have identity and bank id chips and need to know we're to get it read by scanner to retrieve my info

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answered on Oct 2, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing. To start, visit your local bank branch and explain the situation to them. They can help access your accounts using your bank ID chips and verify your identity securely.

Next, contact government offices such as the Department...
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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: Can I sue title company for giving me a deed when I paid cash and then a year later finding out there's a lien

Bought a house a year ago title company said clean title paid cash now they're telling me that an old loan I'm 20 years ago that I was not aware of is foreclosing on the house that I paid cash for. Can I sue the title company but not finding this

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answered on Sep 11, 2024

Title companies claim not to represent anybody, so no duties owed. There are still some causes of actions against them, but it is tough. If a lawyer was involved, it may be possible to go after him legally and/or professionally. If there was a warranty deed, breach of covenants against... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Consumer Law and Banking for Kentucky on
Q: Cash app denying my dispute and not properly investigating $16,000 stolen out of my account

The the thief deposited my money directly to his account while I was incarcerated cash app is denying dispute and not investigating I don't know what to do

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 11, 2024

You’ll need to sue both cash app and the thief.

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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Personal Injury, Legal Malpractice and Trademark for Kentucky on
Q: The jail officers signed my name (forgery) to documents while in jail. I want to file a lawsuit for compensation etc.

Boone County Jail

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answered on Sep 14, 2024

If you believe jail officers forged your signature on documents while you were in jail, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit for compensation. Forgery is a serious offense, and if it has caused you harm or violated your rights, you should consider taking legal action. It's important to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: Hello. I was wondering how i go about filing a motion of discovery in the state of Kentucky
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 11, 2024

You file the motion asking for all of the evidence against you as well as all exculpatory evidence. You file the original in the court file and send a copy to the prosecutor.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: My boyfriend was arrested no rights being read police never even interviewed him he is being charged off someone else

Statement he is sitting in jail no court date or anything what can we do

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 7, 2024

Hire a lawyer to get case redocketed and get a bond set for him.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: I tested positive for fentanyl today at probation office. I am 100% sure that I did not ingest any fentanyl or opiates

They are sending it off to a lab, and I am positive that the results will come back that I didn't do anything. But right now I'm stressing really bad about it because I have a lot on the line. How reliable are these lab results? What can I do to calm my nerves and reassure myself until... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 7, 2024

Go have your own independent test for fentanyl so you’ll have evidence to refute the positive test.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Kentucky on
Q: How much time can you get if you use the identity of a relative who is deceased
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 5, 2024

Depends. If Class D felony, 1-5 years. If class C felony, 5-10 years.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: Will they arrest me if I go in to get an id made in another county. Only id is needed at the time being
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 4, 2024

Most likely not. Drivers and ID licensing are separate divisions of the clerk’s office.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Bad Faith for Kentucky on
Q: I purchased a brand new car in February 2024 and reached out to my insurance broker to add it to my existing policy.

My broker did not offer me new car replacement on my policy. My car is now totaled. Can I sue my broker for not offering this on my policy?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 5, 2024

No. But you likely need to find a new insurance agent.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Kentucky on
Q: Ex wife lost custody of our child to cps. Can I get some custody at initial hearing even if I live in another state?

The state took emergency custody of my child that I have with my ex-wife as well as the younger child that she has with her now husband. I live in a different state but have joint custody and have our child every other weekend and for all breaks. Can I get sole custody of her at the initial court... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 2, 2024

Possibly. You’ll need to make sure you attend the hearing in person or electronically or in some manner the court permits.

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