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0 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for South Carolina on
Q: No contact order and no return to home CDV charge but I'm on my husband other bond can I be taken off

He has cases from 23 which I'm on bond 4/24 i was arrested for CDV 1sr degree can't return home or have contact will they take me off his bond ans send him to jail

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Law and Contracts for South Carolina on
Q: Why did the title to my old car come in the mail after I made the trade for a new car ?

I just traded my 2017 ford mustang in for a 2024 model, today the title for the 2017 came In the mail and it had my name listed as the owner , I’m confused as to why did the title come in my name ?

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answered on Apr 21, 2024

When you trade in a vehicle, the dealership typically handles the transfer of ownership and title to the new owner (which would be the dealership in this case). However, there can be a delay between the time you trade in your old vehicle and when the title transfer is officially processed by the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Government Contracts for South Carolina on
Q: Can a federal employer reduce fringe benefits by the amount of hourly wages instead of the actual hourly fringe rate?

Example, for a day of authorized vacation, the employer reduces the employee's benefits by the hourly wage ($25 x 8 hours = $200) instead of the $4.57 x 8 hours = $36.56, the daily rate paid for fringe benefits?

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for South Carolina on
Q: What legal action can we take?

My daddy put his place of business that had a house on the land in my sister name so her son could go to a different school. The verbal agreement was that she would sign it back to him when her son graduated. Me and my brother lived in the house. My brother passed away in December and the same day... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Based on the information you provided, there are several potential legal actions you and your father may be able to take. However, it's essential to consult with a local attorney who specializes in property law and estate matters to determine the best course of action for your specific... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for South Carolina on
Q: Charged with murder then later on has arraignment for different crime. Afterward goes to station to redo fingerprints et

Was told that the charge replaced originally murder charge and had to go redo fingerprints bc ones done with murder charge was inadmissible. Also the bond on original charge was switched to updated charge. Does this sound right? And does that mean any evidence collected with original charge of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Adoption for South Carolina on
Q: NC ordered us guardianship of my cousin. We live in SC and want to adopt her. Does jurisdiction have to me moved?

Guardianship was ordered in NC but we live in SC. We have had guardianship for 4 years and we want to adopt. I was told by a SC lawyer that NC has to release jurisdiction. We was told we needed a lawyer in NC to get jurisdiction and then get a lawyer in SC for the adoption

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law for South Carolina on
Q: When does being a team player at work cross the boundaries when it comes to work. When is it too much work being given

I was hired as a referral specialist. My coworker got hurt and she has been out for 2 months. I have been made to cover her work assignments in addition to my work. My job calls it being a team player. But I feel it's past the point. I am always being asked to do others work when they are out... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for South Carolina on
Q: Hi I’m being evicted from my rental unit with me $ my small kids I have been physically assaulted by office manager

Need help with legal rights

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

I'm so sorry you and your children are going through this traumatic situation. Being assaulted and facing eviction is incredibly stressful and scary. Here are some steps you can take to protect your legal rights and get help:

1. File a police report about the physical assault. This...
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0 Answers | Asked in Education Law for South Carolina on
Q: Hi! I am a doctoral student at Liberty University in the Educational Leadership and Supervision program.

I need assistance in my Educational Law class. Do you know of any court cases that deal with grading as far as grades being fabricated and not reflecting the true ability of student whether that is passing or failing. We are working on a legal entanglement case.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for South Carolina on
Q: Can my wife get child support if judge orders 5050 with no child support

Can she take me back to get child support if it was orderd 50 50 with no child support?

1 Answer | Asked in Probate for South Carolina on
Q: can i purchase real property from a closed probate estate?

The property in question is in the deceased's name who died ten years ago. She only had one heir listed in her probate case who was also her personal representative. Her parents were deceased and no other relatives (if any) could be found. The case was closed due to inactivity because the PR... View More

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

Hire a SC attorney that knows real property to search the title and determine heirship. Then make offers to each heir for their quit claim deed to you. Who is paying the taxes? If noone, there may be a tax sale or a foreclosure sale.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for South Carolina on
Q: Could you help me get my phone back that was only taken and put in my property when I was arrested. I didn't go to jail

I went to the hospital and was released from there

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answered on Apr 8, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are a few steps you can take to try to retrieve your phone from the police property:

1. Contact the arresting police department: Call the non-emergency number of the police department that arrested you and ask to speak with the property and...
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Q: Is it illegal to share a room with my nephew who is a minor, if I his aunt, am an adult?

He is 11 almost 12, I am 22 almost 23. We can only afford a two bedroom apartment. I will hopefully be living with my sister and nephew. Unless this is against the law. I cannot find a definite answer online, hopefully you can help! Thanks!

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answered on Apr 6, 2024

In general, there are no laws that prohibit an adult from sharing a room with a minor relative, such as an aunt sharing a room with her nephew. Family members often share living spaces due to financial constraints or personal preferences.

However, there are a few considerations to keep in...
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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination for South Carolina on
Q: I feel racially discriminated after a failed job interview.

I came in for a job interview I had frequented this location as a doordasher and had been a victim to their rudeness quite a bit. It had been months since and I was coming for a job. I enter and go stand at the counter. A lady asked me did I want something to eat and I informed her I was there for... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for South Carolina on
Q: I if a business property " Self storage facility" doesn't close 30 days after signed contract are the sellers in breach

of contract and have to refund the earnest money deposited?

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