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I have a final protection from abuse order by default, the defendant didn't show up. In that order I asked that it be added that they shall retrieve their belongings within 30 days via a third party, it took the police 31 days to serve the protection order. one person is named on the order,... View More 
I live up a driveway with 3 trailers and only 1 driveway. The person next to me is constantly blocking the driveway, they own part of the driveway while I own most... is this reason to call sheriffs office?
Hello, I have a question about BMV in Maine and driving license renewal. I want to renew my driving license online, however I have found that my citizenship status not confirmed with BMV and I need to show them my passport. I am traveling abroad now and want to make a notarized POA to hire... View More
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answered on Sep 8, 2024
It sounds like you’re trying to handle the situation while you’re abroad, which can be tricky when dealing with government agencies like the Maine BMV. Generally, the BMV requires proof of citizenship to be presented in person, especially for matters related to confirming your identity. This is... View More
I am suppose to pick my son up Tuesday and he starts school Wednesday and I will not be able to transport him back and forth. How can I get an emergency school transfer put in place due to the other parent not communicating with me in the best interest of our child?
I'm being told I can't be in my apartment during the open house ...is this legal because I have property there and wish to keep a eye on it
I was involved in an accident ten years ago in Maine. I was a pedestrian and was hit by a car coming out of a business. The case went to court, where it was ruled that the owner of the business (a trucking company) had improperly parked a trailer at its entrance, obstructing the driver's view... View More
I want to both post the public notice, and have it personally served by the sheriff to my neighbor. when I receive verification i will record it in the Registry of Deeds. Does the person being served have to be mentioned within the notice?
Our Gray Gull Association in York Maine passed a major electrical project at a special meeting by the executive board without 64% of the owners approval?
I thought a project that falls under the Material section of the condo documents needed 64% but When I argued the point along with the... View More
I am my father's firstborn but upon his death was never made aware of the " forced heir" policy and assumed my father left me out of his will, though he never provided support through my childhood( my mother's choice). He was a lawyer so I assumed he had done this intentionally.... View More
Lived in the home to take care of my mother after my father passed away. Deed was signed over 20 years ago. Mother passed last year. Now other parties want to sell and want me out of the home. Do I legally have to sign to sell? I can't afford to purchase their share.
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answered on Jul 30, 2024
Any tenant in common can file an action for a Sale For Partition. Yes, you can be removed from possession and the Court can sell it. Hire an attorney if suit filed.
answered on Aug 20, 2024
A Maine attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for three weeks. You had a question, but it wasn't included in your post. You could try reposting. Do not include personal details. Good luck
Can the other land owner refuse the sale of the house? Or prevent the sale of the house? The other owner has tried to get me to agree to putting the house in a trust, and my knowledge of trusts is that you no longer own the property 100%.
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answered on Jul 15, 2024
Unless it is a mobile home, that house is part of the real property. If a MH, then you may wish to remove it. If you built a house on someone else's property, then hire a NJ attorney to file an action for a Sale For Partition. There you can claim, and possibly recover, some reimbursement.
Can the landlocked owner that I granted temporarily access use to log once and any repairs to my logging road and use through my property that the logger does be used as leverage to claim permanent use or future access?
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answered on Jul 5, 2024
Not sure of your question. But if you gave any type of access, then the dominant tenement or licensee might continue to use it. Ultimately he perfects it into a prescriptive use easement. You must terminate that access now.
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answered on Jun 23, 2024
The answer to this questions would depend on numerous factors, such as where is the vessel being held, does the person holding it claim any right to it, how it would be removed, etc? You should consult with a lawyer about the particular facts and circumstances of this matter before taking any... View More
I am on a deferred disposition and had to get a substance abuse assement and counseling I completed the six week program and turned down the "reccomdation" for extended counseling I didn't know required and reccomdation were the same in that respect can I get back into the... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
If you have a lawyer representing you on this deferred disposition, you should contact your lawyer for legal advice. Generally, you can ask to follow up with the recommendation for extended counseling now and be in compliance with the deferred disposition agreement. It is better to follow up with... View More
My husband is terminally ill with not very much time unfortunately. The house we live in is in his name only regarding mortgage and deed. He is also on Mainecare. He left me everything in his will but can Mainecare still come after the house?
answered on May 28, 2024
You need to consult with a lawyer who knows MaineCare rules. You may be able to transfer your husband's interest in your home to yourself if you have specific "gifting" authority in his Power of Attorney. Generally, gifts from a MaineCare member to their spouse are allowed under the... View More
I am dating someone aboard. They are Ukrainian and have a history of traveling. What requirements are they need to get their Visitors visa? One concern they have is they have only around 6k USD and that concerns them they will not meet the financial requirements. Is there any support that I can... View More
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answered on Apr 26, 2024
To obtain a visitor visa (B-1/B-2) for the United States, your Ukrainian partner will need to meet several requirements and provide documentation to support their application. Here are some key points:
1. Nonimmigrant Intent: They must demonstrate strong ties to their home country and prove... View More
The two evil women who testified against me perjured themselves in front of the judge and she had no right to take the testimony when there's no evidence and...
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
I apologize that you had to go through such a difficult experience in court. It sounds like you feel the allegations against you were false and unjust, and that facing the legal system without a lawyer was very challenging.
A few thoughts, while acknowledging I don't know all the... View More
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