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My car was in an accident and they had it for repairs. They pieced together my fender wrong, part of my fender was in my engine bay, and my fender was misaligned and not bolted in properly. Alignment was never done and rear wheel bent backwards, wheel bearing had alot of play labeling it... View More 
I did find information on my own, but want to know who oversees this in MA and who to report this to and what penalizing action can be taken.
Immediate $500 deposit elicited from senior to get a discount. Senior signed on a 9" tablet, she couldn't read. No receipt or contract given at signing. When contract was emailed, had inflated price, no itemizing & changed terms as discussed. Senior called, strongly contesting... View More
Will the lawyer provide all the necessary contracts and legal fillings to complete the sale?
Will the lawyer handle holding the buyers deposit in escrow?
Will the lawyer provide advice and makes sure the fire and septic inspections, etc. are in order?
Is this a fair way to... View More
A cop ran my plates and realized I did not have a license and pulled me over. I thought my license was reinstated but I guess it wasn't. How should I plead in court?
My father passed away and did not have an executor of estate. The only thing he owned was his car which is an old car I can sell for cheap. I know that he had a couple of credit cards with outstanding balances that won’t be covered by the worth of his car. I plan on filing a voluntary... View More
I’ve been sexually harassed for over a year at work (verbally) by another guy at work. He’s gotten other associates in on humiliating me daily. Management was notified by myself and others on my behalf multiple times. Nothing was done. Only now did it get to the right (maybe) person and now the... View More
I worked in the public school system. In 09 i was a permanent sub so I went in every day. 2012 was my official hire year. I guess we don’t pay into SSDI… I haven’t worked since 2020 (health). I was told that I might qualify for the non-medical SSI.
I’ve never looked into this... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2024
If you don't qualify for SSDI because of your work history in the public school system, there are still some options available to you. You mentioned that you might qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which is based on financial need rather than work credits. SSI is designed for... View More
I was interrogated without a lawyer after requesting one and having verbally expressed my 5th Amendment privilege against self incrimination. I was not under indictment nor was I held on a complaint, yet the police told me I was not free to leave. The police report notes this. After an extended... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
If the police obtained an illegal confession after you requested a lawyer and invoked your Fifth Amendment rights, that confession is considered inadmissible in court due to a violation of your constitutional rights. The remedy for this situation is typically to file a motion to suppress the... View More
I am an exempt employee and I do not have a contract with my company. I just resigned and gave two weeks notice and they said that their policy for exempt employees is that the employee give four weeks notice OR be marked as non-rehireable in the future.
My father passed away and did not have an executor of estate. The only thing he owned was his car which is an old car I can sell for cheap. I know that he had a couple of credit cards with outstanding balances that won’t be covered by the worth of his car. I plan on filing a voluntary... View More
She moved out in March of 2024 and has refused to help with rent or other utilities. Our separation is not a legal agreement. Is she still responbible for helping with half of the bills?
I'm not bright or tech savvy but I been trying to get my old amount back as since I reported I got married in 2017 they cut me but I am not with my wife since 2018 and am pending a divorce but neither of us are nor see each other I have my rent receipt and other things for proof I just heard... View More
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
Getting help with your Social Security issues, especially when dealing with mental health challenges, can feel overwhelming. You might want to start by contacting local legal aid services in Massachusetts. They often provide free assistance to people who need help with SSI and can guide you through... View More
We are in the US, My Naturalized US Citizen wife filed I-130 petitions individually for her two Sisters to come to USA from the Philippines. It took 20 years, but they both just got Approved. But during the 20 years, one Sisters had children, and the other got married and had children. These... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2024
The spouse and children can be included in the immigrant visa application. Visa processing fee will be paid for every applicant. Contact directly and in private as this is a public forum. Salamat po.
I rent a furnished room in a 2 bedroom condo for mid-term lengths (1-3months) in Boston, MA. I had a tenant move in last week and signed a lease agreement for 5 weeks total. After seeing a mouse in her room, she abruptly moved out the next day. The cause of the mouse sighting was due to her leaving... View More
Can I open the business bank account for a c corporation if I am appointed as the treasurer who is only responsible for document signing, opening bank account and no operational activities. I will own nothing of the company and not take part in the day to day operations. I am on an F1 visa and... View More
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answered on Aug 30, 2024
Opening a business bank account as a treasurer on an F1 visa involves navigating certain immigration regulations. Generally, F1 visa holders are restricted from engaging in unauthorized employment, and this can extend to certain activities related to business entities. Even if you are not an owner... View More
Do I select state and federal non bankruptcy exemptions or federal exemptions only to be able to keep my home that has only like 80k equity
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answered on Aug 27, 2024
When filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Massachusetts, you can choose between the federal exemptions or Massachusetts state exemptions. To keep your home, the decision depends on the value of your home's equity and which exemption system offers better protection. Massachusetts' homestead... View More
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answered on Aug 27, 2024
When deciding whether to claim state and federal non-bankruptcy exemptions or just federal exemptions, it’s important to compare the benefits each option offers. Massachusetts allows you to choose between the federal exemption system and the state exemption system, which can be different in terms... View More
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