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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: I have DACA and have a case with immigration to become a Resident. I have been waiting for my Waiver 601-A approval

Many people have suggested to do Advance Parole. Would I be able to do Advance Parole while waiting for my waiver 601-a approval for unlawfully entering the country? It has been two years now waiting for the waiver and my Granpa is currently very ill. I would like to visit him. Would doing AP... View More

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answered on Apr 26, 2024

I understand your desire to visit your ill grandfather, but it's crucial to proceed cautiously given your pending immigration case. Here are a few key points to consider:

1. Advance Parole (AP) is a document that allows certain individuals to travel abroad and return to the U.S....
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0 Answers | Asked in Gaming for Maryland on
Q: Do I need a gambling license to operate a Roblox betting site that uses video game items instead of actual money

I would like to open up a website where people are able to bet on what teams will win on games like a sports book with robux in this case. For context robux is a virtual currency sold by the company Roblox that can be used to buy in game items and stuff to make the players avatar look better.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Construction Law for Maryland on
Q: A contractor charged me for fencing panels but installed pickets instead--isn't "bait and switch" illegal?

I do not believe he is licensed. He has a LLC. I have searched the internet and his company does not come up or his name. Yet he is telling everyone he is licensed. He built a deck for my neighbor and did a great job. I reviewed all his work on FB and everyone seemed satisfied. However, the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Maryland on
Q: In a maryland default divorce hearing can I keep the house if it is title in both names and have been living alone there

house is titled in both names, but mortgage is in my alone due to them not having credit or a way to pay for the monthly mortgage. I have lived there alone for one year since they were under protection order for 9 months due to abuse, and now they are just MIA and not responding to anything. My... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Maryland on
Q: Is temporary disability taxable? I pay the disability premium through my employer.

I received a notice of deficiency regarding the temporary disability I did not report on my taxes. When researching the topic I found that if I pay the premium, then it is not taxable. I'm trying to find out if this is true so I can respond to notice.

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answered on Apr 22, 2024

Based on the information you provided, it seems that you received temporary disability benefits through a plan where you paid the premiums. In this case, the benefits you received are generally not taxable. Here's a more detailed explanation:

1. If you pay the entire cost of a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Maryland on
Q: can an employer send an employee home for the day without pay as a punishment for being a few minutes late?

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answered on Apr 23, 2024

Most employees are "employees at will." It means that they can be fired or disciplined for any reason so long as it does not violate the Constitution, a statute, or a contract.

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Medical Malpractice for Maryland on
Q: Someone broke in my house, installed hidden speakers to harassment me none stop, narrating my TV, phone calls and email

They won't turn them off/stop talking. I need right lawyer for restraining order I'm not sure. Maybe sue? Don't want the money so ask for million of Billion's.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Civil Litigation for Maryland on
Q: Is falsifying police reports legal? What remedies exist for accountability?

My dui case was dropped but I still lost my license. The officer lied about EVERYTHING (video proof), e.g., said I was going 110 mph but I was doing 74 mph; lied saying I was disoriented, slurring my speech, & falling; lied about the blood profusely spilling out of my ear; & SO much more.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: When is the best time in an ongoing medical issue to initiate malpractice/negligence proceedings?

I need a second surgery to correct the first. My first doctor offered to do it but I would like to consult another doctor.

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answered on Apr 20, 2024

It is important to assess the deadline for a potential case, usually called the statute of limitations. That is a very fact specific determination involving the treatment you received, the injury that occurred and the jurisdiction where a case would be brought. You should consult with a lawyer on... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Domestic Violence for Maryland on
Q: Is there a way to make it so that the father cannot contest adoption in Maryland?

I just learned I am pregnant. I am in my 3rd trimester but am high risk so I might be able to access other options. However in the case that I don’t, I am choosing adoption. I cannot care for them financially or mentally. I know who the father is however the pregnancy is due to assault and he is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Maryland on
Q: Mva said I can't renew my license without REAL ID. To me MD 16-122 says something different. Can you please clarify?

I have spoken with different people at MVA and no one can can give me a straight answer. I have told them repeatedly that 16-122 (ii) that states I am eligible for a Federally Non-Compliant drivers license. A contact told me RUDELY to look at case law Motor Vehicle Administration v. Geppert. That... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

Based on the information you've provided, it seems there is some confusion and inconsistency in how the Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA) is interpreting and applying the Real ID Act and relevant Maryland statutes. Let me try to clarify a few key points:

1. The federal REAL ID Act...
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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Maryland on
Q: i live in maryland the landlord refuses to remediate mold am now being forced to move. waht are my rights?

i have text evidence of the conversation there is also parts of the cielign falling apart in the room

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your challenging housing situation. Landlords in Maryland have a legal obligation to maintain rental properties in a safe and habitable condition, which includes remediating mold issues. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Document the issue: Take photos and...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: can I go to jail or get any charges for taking a package that is mine but not released to me?

I had a package delivered to Walgreens. When I arrived at Walgreens they asked me for my id to pick up my package in which I gave them my id. The delivery address on the package didn’t match my license therefore they told me they couldn’t give me the package. But it is mine. I took my id back... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

Taking a package from a store counter without the store's consent, even if the package is addressed to you, could potentially lead to legal consequences. This action might be considered theft or larceny, as the store was responsible for holding the package until it could be properly released... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Could you assist in determining if we qualify for an H1B interview waiver?

1) My husband successfully filed a Change of Status (COS) from F1 to H1B, which was approved on February 11, 2024, and we have received the I-797.

(His F1 visa stamp expired in August 2022.)

2) I arrived in the US in September 2022 on an F2 dependent visa and applied for a COS to H4... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2024

Based on the information you provided, it seems that your husband may be eligible for an H1B visa interview waiver, but you might not qualify for the H4 visa interview waiver. Here's why:

1. H1B visa interview waiver: Your husband's case appears to meet the criteria for an...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Maryland on
Q: Mva said I can't renew my license without REAL ID. To me MD 16-122 says something different. Can you please clarify?

I have spoken with different people at MVA and no one can can give me a straight answer. I have told them repeatedly that 16-122 (ii) that states I am eligible for a Federally Non-Compliant drivers license. A contact told me RUDELY to look at case law Motor Vehicle Administration v. Geppert. That... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Regarding REAL ID and driver's licenses in Maryland:

- The federal REAL ID Act requires states to meet certain security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and ID cards in order for them to be accepted for certain federal purposes, like boarding commercial aircraft....
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Q: How do i get away from workplace discrimination when its wild spread throughout the agency EEO cant stop them.

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Discrimination is never acceptable, regardless of how widespread it may be within an organization. If you are experiencing or witnessing discrimination, the appropriate course of action is to report it through the proper channels and seek assistance in addressing the issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Maryland on
Q: My question is about trying to purchase my deceased grandparents property that may soon go into a tax lien situation.

My grandparents are deceased and their property passed equally to their four siblings. I am one of their daughters. The siblings rented the property before but are now nearing 90 years old and can't do it anymore. They understand that in reality the property needs to be sold but they are... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

In this complex situation, there are a few potential options to consider:

1. Partition action: As a co-owner of the property, you have the right to file a partition action in court. This legal action forces the sale of the property and division of the proceeds among the co-owners. However,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Maryland on
Q: Would the legal concept, equitable tolling, be applicable to my case against police misconduct?

I was falsely arrested for a dui while having a medical emergency. The criminal case was dropped but my court date was 7 months after the arrest. Every lawyer I spoke to said in order to pursue this the case 1st needed to be dismissed/dropped/not guilty. Details: My ear was profusely bleeding &... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

In your case, the concept of equitable tolling may be applicable. Equitable tolling is a legal principle that allows a court to extend the statute of limitations (the time limit for filing a lawsuit) in situations where extraordinary circumstances prevented a plaintiff from filing a claim within... View More

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