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1 Answer | Asked in Military Law and Probate for New York on
Q: What can I do? Is it too late ? How to file myself?are there contingency lawyers or pro bono lawyer for this kind case?

My dad died 2019 of lung cancer his ex wife remarried him 6months before he died with a mentally handicapped kid as witness after knowing he had lung cancer took new truck car whatever he had left and gave nothing to me or brother or grandkids I was too upset how things went down to deal w things... View More

Aaron Mark Pack
Aaron Mark Pack
answered on Jul 12, 2023

I'm sorry for the loss of your father. We lose our elderly Veterans population at a depressing rate.

I would bounce this question off of a family lawyer and maybe a probate lawyer in the jurisdiction where they were allegedly married and where he died.

There are so many moving...
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1 Answer | Asked in Military Law for Missouri on
Q: In MO, how long do I have to keep my ex-fiancés personal items (clothing, tools, etc.) before selling or donating?

My ex is currently mobilized (National Guard) and ended our engagement abruptly after weeks of no contact. He is stateside and has the ability to come home on leave. I know he will use his "military rights" against me if I do anything out of line. I have, in writing, explained that he can... View More

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

In Missouri, there is no specific law that dictates how long you must keep your ex-fiancé's personal items before selling or donating them. However, it is generally recommended that you give your ex-fiancé reasonable notice and an opportunity to retrieve their belongings before disposing of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Military Law and Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: I am wanting to separate/divorce my military husband. We have 2 children together and have been married for 16 years.

I'm a SAHM

No money saved

No family near me

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

I'm sorry to hear that you are going through a difficult time. If you are considering separating or divorcing your military husband, there are several things you should be aware of:

1. Military divorce: Military divorce can be more complex than civilian divorce, as there are specific...
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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright and Military Law on
Q: I am the world martial. Do you have my document of office?

I am in ottawa canada. My bureau is 199 sussex drive ottawa

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

If you are looking for information about your document of office or need assistance with any official matters, I recommend contacting the appropriate government agency or organization directly.

1 Answer | Asked in Energy, Oil and Gas, Federal Crimes, Health Care Law and Military Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: soooooo im kinda on trial for manslaughter. well thats what i said it was. what should i do boo?
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answered on Jun 18, 2023

Hire an attorney immediately or have one appointed for you at no cost if you are low income (indigent).

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Child Support and Military Law for Arizona on
Q: IF MY SON AND I MOVED BACK TO AZ AND I SEPARATED FROM MY WIFE WHILE SHE WAS IN SCHOOL BUT WITH KNOWLEDGE. CAN SHE FILE

SHE IS IN THE MILITARY AND HAS TRIED TO TAKE ME TO COURT BECAUSE SHE IS SUPPOSEDLY WORRIED ABOUT HIS WELL BEING. BUT THEN BACKS OUT, THAT SHOULD SHOW SOMETHING

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

If you and your son have moved back to Arizona and you have separated from your wife, she may still be able to file for divorce or custody in the state where she is currently stationed, even if you are no longer living together. The specific laws and procedures for filing for divorce or custody may... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence, Military Law and Health Care Law for Minnesota on
Q: 7 yrs after supposed suicide why would the ME office send back a partial police report that's fake? Is that my proof?

I have proof against an abuser/drug dealer who's been somehow discrediting me and changing legal docs at court house. If I prove the abuse, it'll prove two deaths are NOT suicide. And struggling getting my Mayo Clinic medical records sent to the VA cuz have proof of abuse! I have been... View More

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about the difficult situation you are facing. It sounds like you have been through a lot and are trying to uncover the truth about the deaths of your ex-husband and stepson.

If you believe that the medical examiner's office has sent you a partial police report...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Military Law for Vermont on
Q: Did Vermont adopt title 10 UCMJ for it's title 32 guardsmen?
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answered on Jun 18, 2023

No, Vermont has not adopted Title 10 of the United States Code, which includes the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), for its Title 32 guardsmen.

Title 32 of the United States Code governs the National Guard when it is not in federal service, while Title 10 governs the National Guard...
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2 Answers | Asked in Military Law on
Q: Discharged from army, joined at 17 so was emancipated, still 17, am I still emancipated or not?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 27, 2023

Any time you get a court order granting emancipation, it remains valid and effective regardless of whether you serve in the military or not.

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Military Law for Florida on
Q: In Florida, can a National Guard commander have a warrant put in for my arrest if I don’t show up for Annual Training?

Can a National Guard commander have a soldier arrested for not showing up to Annual Training orders? Haven’t been able to find any answers on AWOL in the 2022 FL Statutes.

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answered on Jun 18, 2023

Yes, a National Guard commander can initiate a warrant for your arrest if you fail to show up for Annual Training. Under federal law, failure to report for duty or unauthorized absence from the National Guard can be considered a violation of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), which is the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Military Law for Texas on
Q: need my DD214 corrected to show all my ribbons
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answered on Jun 18, 2023

If you need to have your DD214 corrected to show all of your ribbons, you will need to submit a request to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) in St. Louis, Missouri. The NPRC is responsible for maintaining military personnel records, including DD214s.

To request a correction to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Military Law for New York on
Q: There isn't a water fountain or a water receptacle available where I work. There is only the bathroom faucet.

I am a resident of NY State and work on a military base. Is it legal to have only a bathroom faucet available? There is not a kitchen in this facility to access drinking water.

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answered on May 12, 2023

OSHA's sanitation standard, 29 CFR 1910.141, requires the provision of drinking water at workplaces. They do not specifically mandate the form in which that water is provided (they do not specifically require a water fountain). As long as the water provided is potable and sanitary, the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Military Law for New York on
Q: Do I need to sign up for Selective Service if I plan to move out of the U.S?

I been living in the U.S for more than a decade now ever since I was a toddler on a green card. However, I plan to move out of the United States permanently, and go back to S. Korea to attend university there because I'm a Korean citizen. The problem is that I will be graduating from high... View More

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on May 8, 2023

In the United States, almost all male U.S. citizens and male immigrants residing in the U.S. who are 18 through 25 years old are required to register with the Selective Service System. This includes U.S. born and naturalized citizens, parolees, undocumented immigrants, legal permanent residents,... View More

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Q: I’m a disabled veteran that was in the VA’s CWT Program and the supervisor of the ground’s tried to fight me can I sue

I’m a disabled veteran that was in the VA’s CWT Program and the supervisor of the ground’s crew tried to get me to fight him not once but twice and there were witnesses to both incidents but the VA police now has my picture posted on the wall of the hospital saying “be cautious”! I’ve... View More

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answered on May 2, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about the experience you had at the VA hospital. As a disabled veteran, you have certain rights and protections under the law, and it may be possible to pursue legal action in this case. You may want to consider contacting a lawyer who specializes in disability rights or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Military Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Juror informed me after my conviction of "contact?" between the jury and my wife (complaining witness). Extraneous?

It was a court Martial, sexual assault was the charge. Immediately after wife's testimony, GOV called a hearing to admit evidence, jury and witness were naturally removed. Jury watched her into a room that shared a wall with theirs. She proceeded to wail, cry, and scream for approximately 30... View More

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answered on May 2, 2023

Based on the information provided, it may be possible to pursue a coram nobis petition as a potential avenue for relief. Coram nobis is a legal proceeding that allows a court to vacate a conviction based on newly discovered evidence that was not available at the time of the trial and could not have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Military Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Do I have to pay an indebtness that is over 14 years old that I was just notified about?

I received an indebtness letter from DFAS dated March 21, 2023 for a debt incurred in 2009. This is the first I have been nitifed about it. They want installments beginning within 30 days. This indebtness is over 14 years old. Is it passed some sort of statute of limitations or expiration at this... View More

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answered on May 2, 2023

In general, debts do have a statute of limitations after which they cannot be legally collected. However, the statute of limitations for debt collection can vary depending on the type of debt and the state where the debt was incurred. It's important to review the laws in your specific state... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Military Law for South Carolina on
Q: Can I get in trouble if I marry my boyfriend and know he is MIA from his post in the service
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answered on May 2, 2023

Yes, it is illegal to knowingly marry someone who is absent without leave (AWOL) or missing in action (MIA) from the military. This is considered aiding and abetting in a crime and can result in legal consequences. It is important to contact the military authorities and report his absence to avoid... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Military Law for Illinois on
Q: If you get stationed overseas&get separated by general discharge&miss the military flight out ofthe country,what happens

Say you get a general discharge under non honorable conditions, and the military pays for your flight back home, what would happen if you just never boarded the flight and stayed in said country?

Would the 90 day tourist rule still apply? What if you were to turn around and marry someone... View More

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answered on May 2, 2023

If a service member is separated from the military while stationed overseas and misses the military flight out of the country, they may be required to arrange for their own transportation out of the country at their own expense. Additionally, missing a military flight or failing to follow orders... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Civil Rights and Military Law for Hawaii on
Q: Army EO complaint

An EO complaint was brought against me. The IO found that I committed unlawful discrimination, however, the independent SJA review found that it was legally insufficient. What should I expect will happen next?

I am an active duty O-3 in the Army.

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answered on May 2, 2023

As an active duty O-3 in the Army, you may expect further review of the EO complaint by your chain of command. The SJA review found the complaint legally insufficient, so it is possible that the complaint may be dismissed. However, it is ultimately up to your chain of command to make a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Military Law for Alaska on
Q: HOA is fining me for having a damaged vehicle and bins out for less than 2 weeks, I'm deployed and can't do anything.

A friend of mine is watching my house, and was waiting on a new tire to fix their truck. I had mentioned to her that I had gotten an email from HOA to fix these issues, I had reached back out to the HOA after the fact to let them know what was going on. 10 days later, they fined me for both the... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Mar 23, 2023

As you may know, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act may be applicable. See: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/50/chapter-50

50 U.S. Code § 3952 may very well apply to your situation.

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