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Q: I’m 15 and want a body modification called a rfid implant do you see any legal restrictions
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 20, 2020

This is a fairly new area of law, and you might have to look into a number of sources to educate yourself on it. There are government agencies and other entities who have identified both legal and ethical issues in research papers, covering issues ranging from the liability of health care... View More

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Q: i am a heiresss to a house in cabo rojo, who do i speak to about itI? live in new york

executer does not contact me anymore after i told him i wont sign off

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 11, 2020

There are attorneys here in the Probate and Estate Planning categories. This includes attorneys who practice in Puerto Rico. You could speak with one of them, or you could search for attorneys independently. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

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Q: I’m looking to see how I can get the executor changed with a trust fund.

This person started a trust fund to help my nieces pay for college when my sister died. The first niece is now in college and is be asked to do extreme things like writing 10 page papers in order to receive part of the trust fund toward school payments.

George E. Patsis
George E. Patsis
answered on May 10, 2020

A petition can be made to the Surrogate's Court seeking the removal of the trustee.

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Q: Can a lawyer also be a public figure?

Currently I'm a law student and I would love to be a great lawyer or even a judge one day. But the thing is I would also love to make video's (Tiktok, Youtube). My question is whether it's possible to combine the two. I want to be taken seriously as a lawyer (or judge) but I also... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Apr 15, 2020

You could combine your interests, but it will require more research on your part than can be covered in a brief post here. If you go online, you'll see people who are active attorneys deliver lectures about law for the public's education or for continuing education purposes for other... View More

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Q: will a person on SSD get a check from the coronavirus?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 22, 2020

There's talk of individual relief checks by officials in Washington, D.C. We should have more information in the near future on what is finally decided in terms of relief measures for the public. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

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Q: My cars at old job an my friend overheard the boss saying their going to tow my car. Can I sue since I have no knowledge
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 13, 2020

It's difficult to say without knowing more about the arrangement you may have made. Instead of allowing situation to escalate into one where the car is towed, it could make more sense to find out what's going on, and getting car out of there if it's true. You probably don't want... View More

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Q: Hi I'm looking into closing or transferring money from my ex husbands 403B. Need expert advice please.

Was married 9 years while the 403B was collecting. Was told I needed a lawyer to begin the process.

Michael Francis Barrett
Michael Francis Barrett
answered on Nov 4, 2019

Assuming your judgment of divorce or settlement agreement awards you a share of the 403(b) account, you will likely need a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) to receive your funds. Seek out an attorney in your local area who handles QDROs.

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Q: How do I dismiss my marijuana violation?

Hey, I was recently charged with unlawful possession of marijuana in the state of New York. I have a court hearing on Tuesday. My friend and I both got a violation ticket for $100 but we were wondering if we could get it dismissed somehow because we don’t want it to be on our record for future... View More

William Jaksa
William Jaksa
answered on Oct 14, 2019

Need way more information to answer this. It might be worth the cost of consulting with a local lawyer. You and your friend could split the cost of an hour consultation. It could be the best money you spend to keep your future job prospects open.

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Q: Could someone be held legally liable for someone else’s suicide?
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Jan 7, 2019

There have been instances where another person participated in the suicide and thus faced murder charges. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my... View More

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Q: Do opposition papers filed by Principle Defendant in answer to Plaintiff need to be served upon nominal defendants?

Nominal defendants were included in filing by Plaintiff in a real estate partition action case between Plaintiff and Principle Defendant. They did not present themselves at any time in any capacity during the case and they were included purely for technicality. I am filing an Opposition to the... View More

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Jan 2, 2019

All named parties in a legal action need to be served with all filings. Rather than proceed pro se, why not consider limited scope representation as an affordable option. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with... View More

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Q: I was in a car crash last night and i was past cerfew do i have to tell the po or does. He get a report anyway
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 17, 2018

If this involves parole curfew, you could post the question under criminal law and someone who practices in that area could pick it up.

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Q: Can I be arrested or sued for being near a 16 year old kid when the mother told me to not associate with him ?

Even though the mother kicked the kid out the house and he lives with his aunt now,

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Mar 27, 2017

Yes, this may qualify as harassing a minor. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More

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Q: Hello... If I put a review on yelp & now the owner keeps harassing me can I sue them or what?
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Mar 18, 2017

Did you publish anything untrue about the owner? If so, you may be sued for defamation. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More

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Q: My landlord has ignored repeated pleas to fix a shoddy wheelchair ramp and is intentionally making access harder for me

I am in a wheelchair and my landlord is intentionally making access to my apt impossible. At the same time he verbally berates me for my handicap. Further he treats me unfairly compared to other tenants without disabilities.

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 3, 2017

This may be a violation of the ADA laws and a breach of your contract. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY,... View More

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Q: Does a nurse represent a medical institution in a legal case? If a nurse does wrong, is she an extension of the hospital
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 3, 2017

Lawyers represent companies. Her wrongdoing may be attributed to the hospital, but it depends on the specific facts and timing of such wrongs. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More

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Q: We have a legal question about a neighbor on whether we should report it to the police or not.

We have a legal question about a neighbor on whether we should report it to the police or not. We go away for the winter, our home is locked up. We have a deeded shared well with our neighbor, the neighbor sent us a message online after they broke into our basement as they said they heard water... View More

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 4, 2017

It depends on whether there is a shared easement for access into your basement since you share a well. Further, it sounds like she may have saved your house from flooding. Why not have a look-see for yourself? The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about... View More

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Q: If I was 20 at the time of my arrest, and 21 when I completed the DDP, is there any way I can get my full license back?
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 4, 2017

Check the terms of your court order. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas... View More

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Q: Someone overpaid my bill then ask me for $60. I don't want to go to jail at all. Can I get in trouble somehow for this?
Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 4, 2017

Your question lacks relevant details. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following... View More

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Q: Do I need to know the names of the people who are suing me?

Sued by a company I know but now they add et al

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 4, 2017

Read the complaint. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law practice website. I practice law in CA, NY, MA, and DC in the following areas of law: Business... View More

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Q: legal advice for senior citizens whose lived in building for 20 yr & pay $550 rent. Buildiing is going Co-Op. In Bklyn

She only has $900 monthly income. Apt selling for $3,000. How does this effect her? Located in Bklyn, NY

Ali Shahrestani,
Ali Shahrestani,
answered on Feb 4, 2017

It depends on whether her building is controlled by rent-control. If she's in the middle of a lease term, the new owner would have to honor that lease until its termination, generally. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More

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