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I signed a lease agreement for my rental property, but my landlord did not disclose any information about possible lead paint. I recently discovered that my child has lead in his system. The landlord has offered $2,500 to help us move out. What are my legal options in this situation?
I am a 65-year-old pianist with a degree from Berklee College of Music, and I play classical and jazz music at my local subway station. Since 2019, I have been experiencing harassment from a woman who works at the station. She often ignores me when I try to check my metro card balance and becomes... View More 
I have two separate properties under the same revocable trust, and currently, one of the properties has an EIN. Can I use the same EIN for both properties within the trust? What would the tax benefits of this be, and are separate EINs necessary for each property?
If someone has committed crimes previously but wasn't caught until their recent offense, does this affect the severity of their charge? For instance, Peter was arrested for assaulting and robbing a pizza delivery man. He admitted to multiple similar crimes after being caught for causing severe... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2025
It depends on whether the admissions were taken in violation of his Miranda rights. I would need to know all the facts and circumstances of how he came to be interviewed and whether he was in custody and whether he waived his Miranda rights. But assuming the statements were legally taken, then of... View More
I am a permanently disabled senior with paralysis in my right leg, kyphosis, MS, and severe scoliosis. I currently receive home care from a Managed Long Term Care (MLTC) plan, but they are discontinuing my care due to my refusal to see a doctor based on my religious beliefs. I rely on God for... View More
I have been granted Withholding of Deportation or Removal under category (a)(10) and currently hold an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) under category C08. Should I file the I-765 form as '1.a. Initial' or '1.c. Renewal' due to a change in category? Additionally, how many... View More
I am a U.S. citizen originally from Nepal and need clarification regarding my marital history for my upcoming I-130 petition. In 2018, my ex-husband left me and moved to another country, leaving me alone. In 2019, I mistakenly listed my marital status as "single" on my Diversity Visa... View More
I have DACA status and recently learned about the Quilantan entry, which might apply to my entry into the U.S. through Mexico. I have vaccination and elementary school records from after my entry. I am married to a United States citizen and am seeking legal advice on how this might affect my... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2025
Your situation presents several potential pathways to adjust your status. The Quilantan entry refers to a legal precedent where individuals who were inspected and admitted at a port of entry (even without documentation) may qualify for adjustment of status - your vaccination and school records... View More
I have been served with divorce papers in New York. We have one child, and there are disagreements with the terms. My spouse wants me to cover medical and dental expenses, and she has requested to remain my beneficiary. She is also asking for maintenance fees and for me to pay court fees. We have... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2025
The asker can try calling around law school divorce clinics, but finding and retaining a qualified divorce attorney will not likely happen free of charge.
Providing legal services for one person is not pro bono publico.
I am planning to open a unisex salon in Accra, Ghana, and would like to use the name "Bloom Beauty Bar." While it's not trademarked in Ghana, I intend to use it internationally. I'm concerned about potential legal issues with employing this name in marketing and branding. Can I... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2025
Someone would need to search for the proposed name internationally in order to guess at an answer to this question. If it turns out that no one else already is using the name, then you could file a trademark application in Ghana and follow up with "Madrid" applications in other countries... View More
I am dealing with a non-payment eviction case in Southampton Justice Court, Hampton Bays, NY, where the landlord's lawyer claims to have sent multiple Late Rent Notices without evidence, such as certified mail tracking or delivery confirmation. The landlord has not maintained the lot according... View More
I purchased a skin injection product called Perfill LW from a third-party seller, which is claimed to be based on exosome technology and displays a CE mark, number 1984. However, I am unsure if the product is genuinely based on exosome technology or if the CE mark is authentic. I have not been able... View More
I have altered the verses of a song while keeping the beat and chorus the same, and this change drastically alters the meaning of the song. The original song is copyrighted, and I don't have permission from the copyright holder, although I know who they are. I'm unsure if I want to... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2025
Releasing a remixed song that uses the original beat and chorus without permission is risky from a copyright perspective. While you've changed the verses and altered the meaning, you're still using substantial portions of the original work that are protected by copyright law.
Your... View More
My husband and I are considering filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy due to being heavily in debt compared to our assets. Our debt includes significant credit card balances and the repossession of a non-working automobile. We have never filed for bankruptcy before. Could you let us know what the fees... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
You need to have a consultation with an experienced NY Bankruptcy attorney, who will explain the Chapters of Bankruptcy to you and in the consultation, the attorney will explain what the legal fee and other charges are. Good luck.
I filed an amended complaint in an employment discrimination civil case. The respondent requested an extension until March 3, 2025, to answer, but the judge never granted the order according to the docket. As of March 26, 2025, I haven't received a response. The court is the US District Court... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
Have you been able to contact the opposing party? I know the litigation is adversarial, but a courtesy call to see what's going on may save you a lot of time and unnecessary stress. You can always file for a default (if the procedural facts so dictate), the question is whether the default... View More
I want to sell embroidered iron-on patches inspired by designs from the TopGun movie in an online marketplace targeting the US market. The patches seem to be replicas of the movie designs, and I do not have permission or licensing from the TopGun trademark owners. I have not received any legal... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
You would likely face significant legal issues selling TopGun-inspired patches without permission. Movie studios like Paramount Pictures own trademarks and copyrights for TopGun logos, emblems, and distinctive designs, and they actively protect these valuable intellectual property assets through... View More
I am a developer planning to launch a taxi-hailing platform in New York, partnering with driver cooperatives. What should I consider legally regarding capital income exchange and structuring the cash split with the cooperatives?
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
This is a great question with a lot of moving parts. Structuring a platform like this—especially in New York—raises regulatory, tax, and contractual considerations. You’ll want to think through how revenue flows between you and the cooperatives, how profits and risks are shared, and whether... View More
I asked someone to play a hand wrestling game with me in a public area, where I told them to hold their fist out so I could drag it to my side. During the game, I let go of their fist which resulted in them accidentally hitting their face, causing a black eye. They had consented to the game, but... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2025
You question contradicts itself. On the one hand, you said your opponent "accidentally" hit himself in the face. On the other hand, you claim your intention was to cause harm. From a civil (as opposed to criminal) perspective, if your intentional actions cause someone to get hurt, you are... View More
I was contacted by a brokerage firm named Stockyard Holdings Group by phone, asking if I would waive my shares of my timeshare. They want me to sign a certificate of dividends or waive my right to shares, stating that I would lose over $600 per share. Is this a scam, and what should I do to verify... View More
Can I take legal action against my mother for kicking me out of her house in Rochester, NY, when I was 18 years old? I had lived there for several years, was not paying rent, and was not given any notice or reason for being asked to leave. The issue arose because my mother was unhappy with my... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
Anyone can sue anyone anywhere and at any time. The problem will be to win. Here, the problem to win is that the home owner can demand that her adult child vacate the premises. The problem for the parent is that she owes a duty of support to her child when under twenty one years of age. The child... View More
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