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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Consumer Law and Libel & Slander for Maine on
Q: Question about writing an online review for a business on yelp, google, or facebook

I have a problematic situation with a plumber who has run off with my deposits and I also discovered is operating without a license and is essentially operating a scam. I've filed reports with a few agencies, small claims, etc., but I am looking for advice on whether there are any issues with... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Maine on
Q: What are my chances winning a malpractice suit against a regional hospital?

For clarity, my daughter was recently seen at the portsmouth regional hospital in portsmouth NH, she didn't recieve the needed care for her injury and we were just rushed out of the hospital as fast as they could get us out of there. On top of that, I know 100% for a fact they violated HIPPA... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Maine on
Q: Neighbor keeps ignoring property line between our properties. Police wont enforce a no trespass order.

because they say this is a property line dispute. We have a survey and the property corners are clearly marked with irons. Should we file for a restraining order?

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Maine on
Q: Will the court question if there’s two different types of handwriting when filing for custody?

If a biological parent and step parents fill out custody papers together, is that frowned upon by the court? Is that something they would take into consideration?

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Maine on
Q: What are the chances of father getting full custody of child, when mother has full custody? Unmarried parents

Bio mom and bio dad (not together) have “non legal” custody agreement so bio mom has full custody , per Ohio law due to being unmarried. Child currently lives with father unless mother / mothers family asks to see him. Bio mom has shown a pattern 4 out of 5 years of child’s life not showing... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Civil Litigation for Maine on
Q: Can i bring my neighbor to court myself for blocking my right of way? And which court handles it in Maine?

I've tried 2 attorneys and they sent letters but nothing has happened and my deed states i have an easement and its the only way i can get to my camp. its on morrill pond in Hartland, Me.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Maine on
Q: I own a house 100% which sits on a property that is co-owned and I want to sell.

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.

0 Answers | Asked in Health Care Law and Medical Malpractice for Maine on
Q: I am a 55 yo woman. I received Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) at Acadia Hospital in Bangor ME.

Tx was for Tx Resistant Recurrent Depression, 10/28/22-1/30/23. Anesthesia complications. Intraoperative awareness on four treatment sessions. (Awake and paralyzed) Caused severe PTSD. Worked with therapist. Talked to Psychiatrist about occurrences and also spoke to Nurse Anesthesia Group about... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Domestic Violence, Identity Theft and Public Benefits for Maine on
Q: Will I win my case evicting a person that was a buyer and I'm the seller on private sale with a contract she broke.

The contract was notorized and she stopped paying the monthly payments in the contract after paying 5000depost&23000 non-refundable thats in the contract. She broke the contract in many many ways

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Maine on
Q: How can I be told not to travel on my own private road. Issued summons and arrest.

I have people that put up shelter and started living on my property. When confronted they obtained a protection order against me. Stating that they bought the land from me. They did not. I removed signs and found a camera on my road, I removed the signs and the camera. At which time I was charged... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Maine on
Q: Temporary access through my property to a land locked property.

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.

0 Answers | Asked in Foreclosure, Real Estate Law, Land Use & Zoning and Landlord - Tenant for Maine on
Q: I'm curious about squatting, but don't want a criminal record.

Because of economic issues I've been looking for options to make it easier. Squatting was one of the things I saw and was curious about. From what I've read trespassing is a crime, but squatting is a civil issue and appears to provide some protection from criminal charges. The question... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Maine on
Q: Can your work for your ex wife

Can you work for the person you owe child support to

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Admiralty / Maritime for Maine on
Q: If someone is holding onto your vessel and has been instructed to release your vessel and they do not, can you remove it
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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

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maine on
Q: I'm on a deferred disposition

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

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Maine on
Q: How can I transfer the house we live in from my husband to myself due to his terminal illness?

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?

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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

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maine on
Q: Dating someone aboard. What do they need to get a visitors visa

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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Maine on
Q: I had to go to court over a False Police Report and Entrapment and did not have a lawyer when I went to court.

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...
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