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In Maine, if I only receive mail at a particular address, does that make me a tenant, and what documents are necessary to prove residency at that address?
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Receiving mail at an address in Maine does not automatically make you a tenant. Tenancy typically involves a formal agreement between the property owner and the individual, usually through a written or verbal lease, where the tenant agrees to pay rent in exchange for living there. If there is no... View More 
I'm currently going through a divorce with my ex-husband, who has obtained an ESA designation for our family dog after our separation. He is withholding the dog from me, despite us sharing its care during our marriage. There are no legal agreements or court proceedings addressing the... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In a divorce, pets are typically treated as property, meaning they are divided like other assets unless there is a specific agreement in place. The fact that your ex obtained an ESA designation for the dog may complicate things slightly, as this designation may grant him certain rights to the dog... View More
I wish to drop a criminal mischief charge against a woman who kicked and threw rocks at my door to avoid going to court, as she has requested a jury trial. However, I want to ensure that the written no trespassing order, issued by a police officer, remains in effect. Is it possible to keep the no... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2025
A no trespass order is separate from a criminal charge in court. It would remain in effect even if the criminal charge is dismissed. Typically, a no trespass order is effective for one year. You should contact the DA's office about your concerns with the trial and proceeding on the criminal case.
I was charged with an OUI and have completed all the necessary programs, including DEEP in August 2023, IOP in May 2024, and 14 one-hour sessions from June to September 2024. I also completed the required 150-day suspension period and paid the fine last year. With these conditions met, is this... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2025
In order to be reinstated, you need serve the suspension period, complete DEEP and any recommended counseling, and pay a $50 reinstatement fee to the BMV. It sounds like you have completed everything and need to pay the reinstatement fee. You can pay the reinstatement fee online at:... View More
I sold my share in a multi-member LLC business in Maine, which I started with an investment of $7,500. I sold my part for less than $5,000, and I owned the business for less than 2 years. I didn't receive any other compensation or benefits, and there were no outstanding debts or liabilities... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2025
You should discuss this with an accountant because there may be other information needed to answer. But it sounds like you would want to include it as a loss on your tax return.
I had a solar company perform a site survey, design, and installation, plus an electrical post-inspection. Two months later, I noticed my dining room ceiling is caving and will likely continue, as they installed the system above an almost flat roof. I discovered my signature was forged in DocuSign... View More
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answered on Mar 1, 2025
You're facing a serious issue with both property damage and potential fraud. Document forgery is a criminal offense, and you should consider filing a police report about the forged signatures, as well as reporting this to your state's consumer protection agency and contractor licensing... View More
I am selling my part of a multi-member LLC to another person in Maine. We have drafted a buy-sell agreement for the transaction, but it has not been reviewed by an attorney. All members of the LLC have agreed to the sale. Since this is my first time handling such a transaction, I would like to know... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2025
The paperwork for change in the membership in the LLC is kept with the LLC, and not filed with the state. The LLC will need to file an Annual Report with the Maine Secretary of State by June, and that should reflect the change in the membership.
As part of the buyout, you will sign a... View More
As a Canadian citizen, I was charged with careless storage of a firearm and careless storage of ammunition in my own home, where there were no children. I left a trigger lock off a firearm when Canadian laws require multiple locks and separation between firearms and ammunition. Although everything... View More
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answered on Feb 16, 2025
This is a complex situation that could potentially impact your ability to enter the United States, as firearms offenses are taken very seriously at the border, even if resolved without a conviction.
Your specific circumstances - the discharge of the firearm charge and the administrative... View More
I filed a small claims case against a veterinarian for negligence related to the misdiagnosis and improper treatment of my dog, which contributed to his suffering and eventual passing. The defendant has filed a motion to dismiss, citing the Maine Health Security Act (MHSA), arguing that my claim... View More
I went to my Disposition conf. (for D.V. Charge) and was not personally involved in any negotiations.
Not only did my lawyer not contact me prior to my date.. I had to text him to find out where he was once I was there. Once we had met up in a conf room.. I was told to "hang on"... View More
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answered on Feb 11, 2025
Dispositional conference are held in chambers between the State's attorney and defense counsel. The defendant is not present for the conference in chambers. The defendant is required to appear in court and be available to discuss any offer with counsel. If any agreement is reached between the... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
The federal tax rebate for solar installations, known as the Investment Tax Credit (ITC), is currently set through legislation. Changes to it would require an act of Congress, meaning lawmakers would need to vote on a repeal, reduction, or extension. As of now, the ITC is scheduled to remain in... View More
Considered zone of employment after work so worker’s compensation is covering medical only and not 2 days lost wages, property damage and pain and suffering
answered on Mar 4, 2025
A Maine attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. Not normally on a W.C. matter - small claims are not set up for that - they usually have their guidelines for cases that are straightforward and limited damages. W.C. has its own adjudication systems/panels. Most small... View More
During the custody agreement with my sons mother and I, we agreed to let her claim him on his taxes each year. This year she did not earn enough to get the child tax credit. Am I able to claim him without legal repercussion from the state or his mother?
answered on Feb 2, 2025
Hello,
According to the custody agreement, your son's mother has the right to claim the child on her tax return. This agreement doesn't change even if she doesn't qualify for the child tax credit. So, you can't claim the child on your return without her agreement.... View More
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answered on Jan 6, 2025
The Fourth Amendment requires that law enforcement need a reasonable and articulable suspicion a crime, traffic violation, or public safety concern exists in order to stop a vehicle. So typically the police cannot stop a vehicle for no reason.
Fourth Amendment rights can be lessened if a... View More
the bone was not set correctly with the plate and screws and the plate sticks up which constantly aggravates the tendons
now having surgery and paying another years deductibles and bills for another specialist to operate to remove the plate & screws and if that does not take the problem... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2025
Whether the first surgeon did something wrong - did not follow standards of care in setting the wrist with hardware - must be stated by another surgeon. In Maine if the surgeon did not follow proper standards of care in setting the wrist with hardware then a potential claim may be brought for the... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2024
You should contact a family law lawyer to answer this question. I only handle criminal defense law.
after her tooth removal she developed lumps on her forehead and temple area, bruising on her cheek, abdomen, and knees that she had none of before
answered on Nov 27, 2024
I am sorry to learn of your wife’s symptoms after her tooth extraction. What you mention in your question is concerning. Maine medical malpractice law requires that another similarly qualified dentist be able to objectively review the dental records and conclude based on that review that the... View More
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answered on Nov 19, 2024
What is your question?
The value of the property is $53000 and is owned outright.
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answered on Nov 18, 2024
No... I doubt you can exempt enough value in the house to keep it. The CH 7 Trustee will take your interest and will be a tenant in common with Mother. His interest will be sold, and both of you will lose possession.
Are we allowed to live in the house while dealing with probate? If we are do we continue to pay the mortgage payment as it is? Or do we have to pay fair Market value rent for the house to remain living in it until it's sold to close out the estate?
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answered on Nov 17, 2024
If the mortgage payments do not get paid in a timely manner by someone, the lender will have the right to foreclose and all heirs lose their equity in the home.
If you and your brother are the sole heirs and the home does not need to be sold to pay your mother’s debts, you each have... View More
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