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I do not have no brothers or sisters I'm my only child I was born in 1981 why do I have to go to probate they own their own home they did not have no liens on it or anything they made me personal representative at probate for something I think everything is rightfully mine don't have no... View More 
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answered on Jul 21, 2023
In situations like yours, where a person passes away without a will (intestate), their assets typically go through the probate process to determine how they will be distributed. The probate court will handle the distribution of the estate according to state laws, which can vary depending on the... View More
She Said oh the cyst was not on your ovary. It was on your colon, so why did you give me a full hysterectomy if it was on my colon. I didn’t need to get a hysterectomy. I was fine. She saw a cyst at the exam. She said she was going to do a hysterectomy. She did the hysterectomy and it was not on... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2023
A doctor, on review the records, would need to inform us if it was negligence to not know the location of the cyst prior to the surgery. Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be needed to evaluate what the doctors... View More
It’s a Ford Ford Focus 2016, was considered in a class action lawsuit that was on recall.
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answered on Jul 14, 2023
Sellers have a duty to disclose known material defects or safety recalls regarding the products they sell. If the seller of the car failed to disclose that it was subject to a recall and this omission resulted in harm or financial loss to you, you may have grounds to pursue legal action.
Could the stay affect the sale?
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answered on Jul 13, 2023
If you filed for Chapter 13 bankruptcy before the auction took place, it is possible that the automatic stay may have affected the sale. However, the specific timing and details of the bankruptcy filing, as well as any actions taken by the foreclosure sale trustee, can impact the outcome.
I have filed I-130 and its in in status of getting interview now, and I filed U4U program and this I-134A case got confirmed in April 2023. Till now I still can not move forward any of this cases and bring kids to me from Ukraine. Its a brutal war in Ukraine and beside my... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2023
A writ of mandamus can be dismissed. The Unite for Ukraine process is totally discretionary and there are too few examiners to process the applications, but visas that are subject to unreasonably low Congressionally mandated levels are political matters.
Complain to your Congressional... View More
How can I show this legally
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answered on Jul 12, 2023
Have your grandmother sign the gift deed in the presence of a notary public.
Notarization is typically required for the document to be legally valid.
The 63-year-old lady was chatting in the street while the 8-year-old boy was riding in the neighborhood. Suddenly, the bike hit the lady's hip, ankle, and fingers. The boy was playing with his sister and wasn't looking forward while riding his bike. He's not purposeful. The lady was... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2023
Yes, the lady can sue for negligence. Depending on the particular facts the boys parents and/or their insurance may be liable. She should consult with an experienced personal injury attorney who will gather all of the facts, conduct an investigation and determine her best path forward.
I have an Etsy shop called Jean Genie vintage Co. There are others using a name similar in other states: Jean Genim Denim, the Jean Genie, and then another Jean Genie Classics (on Etsy and actually from my same town).
I’m wanting to get an LLC to protect my business. But I don’t want... View More
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
The name "Jean Genie Vintage" may be trademarked by David Bowie's estate, so you will need to determine whether the name is trademarked and contact the trademark holder to see if they would be willing to allow you to use the name. You will also need to consider whether the name is... View More
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answered on Jul 11, 2023
To file misconduct charges against a police officer for harassment and kidnapping, you can follow these steps; Gather evidence, such as police reports, photographs, or witness statements. File a complaint with the police department. Contact the district attorney's office. Consult with an... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2023
Sorry you are not getting your transfer promptly. You are considered an "at will" employee and can be terminated at any time with no reason needed, unless you have a written contract that says otherwise. If you make too much fuss about not being transferred promptly, you may be fired... View More
I was checking out at a store and the employee and manager accused me of throwing things at her when she wouldn't sell me something. She asked me not to return to the store. This was done in front of other customers as well. I tried telling them I didn't know what they were talking about... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2023
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Technically, one could sue if they suffered harm as a result of a false statement. The legal theory is defamation. But from a practical standpoint, it could be difficult to find a law firm to handle something... View More
The agreement wrote on paper was I pay off the loan she used the property as collateral for. I pay taxes etc. It was like a rent to own deal.
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answered on Jul 3, 2023
Hire a SC attorney to sue for breach of contract. Otherwise you will never get a Deed. And you could be foreclosed on or subject to a tax sale at any time.
At the time, I was being hospitalized to have a stem cell transplant to survive an aggressive form of non Hodgkin lymphoma. We agreed to drop the underinsured coverage at a time when I was I jeopardy of dieing if I did not undergo the procedure. Arguably we were not thinking clearly to agree to... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2023
Have the signed form reviewed by experienced personal injury attorneys in your state.
No contract for job. Incomplete and shoddy work. Taking too long to complete. Asking for money and has never presented us with an invoice or an accounting of what has been paid. Now asking for $10k. This may turn into a civil lit/contract law situation
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Although you do not have a written contract, presumably you do have a verbal contract, which is the verbal agreement for the work to be done and the compensation to be paid. It would be a good idea to preserve all of your evidence now, as you noted, it may turn into a civil litigation/contract... View More
Company Y share the names with their spouse that works at Company X?
answered on Jun 29, 2023
There is not enough information here to fully analyze your situation, so I must recommend that you consult with an attorney. I am wondering about the relationship, if any, between Company X and Company Y, and how the information from Company X came to be stored with Company Y. I am also wondering... View More
We have a prenuptial agreement and a additional marriage agreement that covers everything we own and child custody already so that fact that he won't leave is threatening to me
answered on Jun 29, 2023
You should immediately consult with a Family Law attorney, who will likely advise you to begin the process by filing suit and requesting a Temporary Hearing.
get out, is that fair? i have done a lot of work on the house without compensation.
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Depending on all the details, your situation is likely governed by the SC Landlord-Tenant Act and your Lease. Without more information, I cannot provide much more insight, but I would recommend reading the Act and your Lease and highlighting or underlining everything relevant to your issue, and... View More
My neighbor and my mom were chatting in the street near our house. My son, 8-year-old, was riding a bike. When he was around 5 ft away from my neighbor, he stopped and turned his head to talk to his sister, then he pressed down on his pedal while still looking backward at his sister. Then quickly... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Your neighbor can ask for any amount of money for anything such as pain and suffering, but that does not mean that your neighbor would be entitled to anything for same, or the $5,000.00 being requested. If you are going to make an effort to resolve this dispute, or not, you should consult with an... View More
A 46-year-old female with a disability, I believe my rights have been violated, and I am seeking justice for the mistreatment I have endured. I am on a team of 6; same job different territories. Issues: Bullied by my boss and it is always done in front of an audience. Favoritism is shown to... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Certainly document everything and contact a Plaintiff's employment lawyer, sooner than later because there are statutes of limitations on your claims, and if you do not pursue them timely you may lose them forever. Some employment lawyers offer free consultations, I always offer free... View More
My mother has dementia, we are doing paperwork while she is still mentally here but no money for an attorney. Will, living will, dual power of attorney. I know we can file at the court house, we just wanna make sure we have the paperwork done right.
answered on Jun 29, 2023
You should consult with an attorney. If your mother has dementia, she may not have capacity to execute the documents. You may need to pursue a guardianship. You should consult with an elder law attorney.
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