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I'm going to be going to a city court as a voluntary witness. I currently have arrest warrants. Will I be arrested for my warrants while I'm there? The case I'm witnessing is not related to my warrants, and I don't have legal representation regarding my warrants.
I live in Eastern Oregon on a small acreage outside of city limits with irrigation water rights. Since last fall, my neighbor, who owns a 40-acre parcel and usually grows alfalfa, has adjusted his wheel line to water several feet over onto my property, damaging the back of my shop, my fence,... View More 
answered on Apr 15, 2025
It sounds like you have a case of trespassing water on your land. You will need to get estimates of what it costs to fix the problem and to prevent further damage. You may need injunctive relief if there is no way a contractor can remedy the situation. Also you will need your contractor to serve... View More
I am renting an apartment where pesticide spraying occurs once a week in the common areas, specifically the parking lot and sidewalk, without any warnings, schedules, or signs. I regularly walk my dog in these areas and am concerned about the lack of communication regarding pesticide use. Is this... View More
I am the respondent in a tort matter that began as a small claims case, which I successfully transferred to Circuit Court after requesting a jury trial. The petitioner was given 20 days to file a formal complaint. While she did file the complaint within the given time, she failed to serve me... View More
As a landlord with a rental agreement that specifies the duration guests or family members can stay, am I allowed to hand deliver an unauthorized occupant notice? The occupant has stayed longer than permitted, and the tenant recently canceled a meeting to discuss this issue.
answered on Apr 15, 2025
Certainly you can personally deliver Notices so long as you personally hand the Notice to your tenant. Make a note of date and time. One advantage is you don't have to add an extra 3 days for mailing.
I developed a point of sale software that is currently being used by several retailers. I have a unique name for the software that I want to trademark, and I've verified that the name is not being used anywhere. I own the software code. Can I trademark the name, and if so, what is the process... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
It depends on a lot of factors. I would advise obtaining proper legal counsel to perform a trademark search for you. Even though it might be retailers, it is common for the Trademark office to deny protection for "similar" types of goods and services, i.e., a dentist who uses a specific... View More
My adult son is staying with his brother and sister-in-law to babysit for them while they work. A detective recently contacted his brother, informing him that they needed to move my son out because he's under investigation and cannot be around the children. However, there have been no charges... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
The detective's verbal directive without formal documentation raises significant due process concerns, as law enforcement typically cannot forcibly remove someone from a residence without proper legal authorization such as a court order, formal charges, or documented safety plan. While Child... View More
How do I file an appeal with appeals court?
answered on Apr 12, 2025
Do understand that while at one time, if you showed the Judge that had applied for rental assistance, the case was continued until your application was resolved, that is no longer the law. Currently, if the landlord has not received the rental assistance payment before the start of trial, the court... View More
I am 17 years old, and my parents have kicked me out of the house for nearly two weeks. I've reached out to DHS and others for help, but received little assistance. I have been physically abused by my mother and have recordings, photos, and written documentation of the incidents. Despite being... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
I'm really sorry you're going through this—it sounds like an incredibly difficult and unsafe situation. First and foremost, your safety is the most important thing. If you're still out of the house, **do not return** if you fear for your safety or well-being. If you haven't... View More
On January 17, I underwent surgery for a blockage in my intestines at Providence Hospital with Dr. Craft. I was released on January 25, but returned shortly after with necrotizing fasciitis. I was then flown to Providence in Portland where Dr. Kurtz indicated there was a hole in my intestine with a... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
I'm really sorry you've been through such a frightening and painful experience. Dealing with complications like necrotizing fasciitis and a collapsed lung after surgery is serious, and it's understandable that you're questioning how your care was handled. It’s also completely... View More
I'm looking for a real estate lawyer to assist with paperwork regarding a conservatorship for my brother. We own property together as tenants in common, but he was recently diagnosed with dementia and cannot sign over the property. The property has been under joint ownership since around 2014.... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
You're handling a delicate situation with care, and it’s clear you want to do right by your brother while protecting the shared property. Since your brother has been diagnosed with dementia and can't legally sign documents, the next step depends on whether a conservatorship is... View More
I am seeking advice on how to correctly answer Question 20(g) on ATF Form 4473 regarding mental health. Over 10 years ago, I voluntarily admitted myself to a mental rehab facility due to a psychotic episode related to insomnia. I was not adjudicated as a mental defective nor formally diagnosed and... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
You’re right to be cautious when filling out ATF Form 4473—this form carries serious legal weight. Question 20(g) asks if you’ve ever been **adjudicated as a mental defective** or **committed to a mental institution**. Voluntary admission, especially without a court order or formal... View More
I work for a local non-profit and am trying to help a senior client who is susceptible to scams. During COVID, she was scammed into giving her personal information to someone who took out a fraudulent business loan in her name. Now, the IRS claims she owes $100,000 due to this fraud. She is living... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
I'm really sorry to hear about the challenges your client is facing. It’s important to know that there are resources available to help in situations like this. Since she’s been scammed, the first thing to do is file a report with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at IdentityTheft.gov.... View More
I had a hernia surgery on April 7th and was sent home afterward. However, I experienced intense pain at home, resulting in an ambulance trip back to the hospital on April 8th. The emergency team conducted exploratory surgery, discovering a cut in my bowel leaking into my abdomen. The emergency... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
I am so sorry for your pain. You have two (2) years to file a claim in court. If the hospital is a public entity (OSHU, et.al.), then you must file a tort claim notice within 180 days. It's as simple as providing notice to them that you have a claim.
Plan on April 7 being your... View More
I was involved in a court case where an individual sought a stalking no-contact order against me. The judge verbally denied the order as there was no evidence, instead telling us both not to contact each other for 90 days. Recently, I obtained court documents showing a lifetime order signed against... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
To correct the discrepancy between the judge's verbal denial and the lifetime order in the court documents, you first need to obtain an accurate record of the court hearing. You should request a **certified transcript** or **FTR (For The Record) audio copy** of the hearing, as these will... View More
I live in Oregon, and my daughter, who is under 21 and a college student, requires additional support due to being autistic. According to our divorce decree, my ex-husband is obligated to pay child support as long as she is in school. Though we agreed he could pay support directly to her during... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Your ex-husband cannot legally reduce court-ordered child support on his own, even if he is helping pay for tuition. Unless the divorce decree or a modified court order specifically states that tuition payments offset or replace child support, he is still required to pay the full amount. An... View More
The school RSO came to my house and threatened my husband to cite us with a class A citation, even after we have doctors notes and have been in touch with the school nurse, our kids have been sent home sick with fevers, and are on medications. Our son is in High school and has excellent grades.... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
You’re doing the right thing by keeping your kids home when they’re genuinely sick, especially with fevers and medical instructions. In Oregon, schools are required to report chronic absenteeism, but absences due to illness, especially with doctor’s notes and school nurse involvement, are... View More
I'm frustrated with a daycare's policy of charging a full monthly fee even when they are closed for holidays, spring break, Christmas break, random "professional development" days, and a three-week summer break. In December, for example, they are only open for two weeks, which... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2025
Typically this will be spelled out in any contract you have with the daycare, so my first suggestion to you is to look there. If the contract says they do not charge for those days but they are charging (or have charged) you, you have a basis to complain and perhaps even get any monies paid in... View More
I recently discovered that my father passed away in Oregon in 2022, but no one notified me. He was not married and had three surviving children, including myself. He owned a business, his home, and a vehicle. I've been in contact with his sister, who appears to be preparing to sell his house,... View More
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answered on Apr 3, 2025
Under Oregon law, any person who has custody of a will is required to deliver it to the court with jurisdiction over the estate or to the personal representative named in the will within 30 days of learning of the testator's death. This ensures that wills are properly filed and accessible for... View More
I am currently facing drug charges in Oregon, and my trial is scheduled to start next week. The initial plea bargain offered was for 169 months, which I find concerning. I am considering moving to another state. Could you provide information on which states might not extradite me back to Oregon?
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
In the United States, extradition between states is governed by federal law, specifically the Extradition Clause of the U.S. Constitution and the Uniform Criminal Extradition Act (UCEA). These laws require states to extradite individuals charged with crimes to the state where the crime was... View More
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