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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for South Dakota on
Q: Hello, Can I file for green card together with my wife who is now working under TPS status? Thanks

So, my immigration status is F1-opt and working with an opt-EAD. My wife who came to US on F2 visa now is working under TPS-EAD. I also have TPS but not the EAD. Now, I applying for green card under EB2-NIW. My question is can I apply the green card filing together?

Shan Dimitris Potts
Shan Dimitris Potts
answered on Aug 3, 2016

You can not apply for a green card for your wife when you do not have one, you did mention you are applying under EB2 but there is no guarantee that your petition might be approved. You can only apply after yours gets approved.

All the best.

-Shan Potts

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for South Dakota on
Q: Can you sue a person who is aware they are infected with a STD and they knowingly or intentionally infect multiple peopl

This lady has been aware for years that she's had herpes simplex virus and as of today she has infected over 10 people

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Dec 28, 2015

Definitely worth having a personal injury lawyer look at the case. There may be a viable claim.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Native American Law for South Dakota on
Q: I was wondering if there is anything I can do to get my felony drug conviction reduced. I have finished my sentence

I was convicted of possession with intent to distribute while I was going to college in Albuquerque NM. The school I was going to was a Federal Native American College. The security guard said he stopped me because "smoke was rolling out of my windows" when I was pulling on to the campus.... View More

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 2, 2015

Probably not at this stage. Perhaps you should have a full discussion with a post conviction relief attorney in Albequerque

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for South Dakota on
Q: how are sealed bids received and filed to make sure they do not pass the deadline

If a Sealed bid was not marked in any manner noting the time and date it was received is that considered a legitimet bid when it comes time to open the sealed bids

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 27, 2015

Doesn't the bid have a date on it? That would be a big mistake, eh?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Dakota on
Q: what is considered an unlawful condition of a parole officer with regards to a parolee

a no contact order has been implimented via the parole offficer (can have 3rd party contact and it is not court ordered) the individual was found at our residence 9 days after missing a pbt and now has to take up lodging at a location other than our home.

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 24, 2015

You are not going to get a list of things that a parole officer cannot do here. That would require a lot of research, it is not just a basic legal question. Hire an attorney for this.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Dakota on
Q: Has any wife been convicted in South Dakota of raping her husband?

Has any wife been convicted in South Dakota of raping her husband? My friend is wondering if this has happened as it would give him a good idea of whether to tell his divorce attorney of how his wife keeps sneaking into the house and trying to rape him while he's sleeping.

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 25, 2015

Your question requires legal research to answer. He should be willing to tell his attorney about it whether any wife has been convicted or not. Why is it that you are asking instead of him?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Dakota on
Q: Is there a lawful Reminds office in Sioux falls that could look at un lawful indictments

Husband is in South Dakota state penitentiary who needs help with this case

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 26, 2015

What is a lawful Reminds office? You probably need to go see a criminal defense attorney about this.

1 Answer | Asked in Products Liability for South Dakota on
Q: If i build a drift trike at home and then sell it saying i built it at home, am i liable for any injuries they may have?

Hey there,

I'm 16 and thinking about building a professional quality drift trike (http://sfdindustries.com/products/Big-Wheels) similar to the one there.

I was wondering that if after a few months of me having some fun on it i would be able to sell it without being sued if... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Dec 28, 2015

Anyone can sue for anything, but doesn't mean they will win. More info is needed to answer in detail

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for South Dakota on
Q: I am required to make a payment with a chapter 7 bankruptcy. I recently lost my job. What are my options.

The payment I receive from a business sale is $1250. I must pay $812.50 to the court. I'm looking for a way I can keep my entire payment until I can get back to work.

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Aug 11, 2015

Speak with your attorney about this. If you do not have one, then you need to go see one about this.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Dakota on
Q: An attorney was requested before agents conducted an interview by the suspect but wasn't allowed and is this a violation

Suspect was pleaded out in return for states evidence and no jail time on counsels' advice but nothing became of it, did do 4month and 3yr probation plus restitution 5,000 is this a violation of right to counsel?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 13, 2015

It is probably too late to complain about this now. But go see a local criminal defense attorney to have a full discussion and figure out what options you might have.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for South Dakota on
Q: I am 17 on A CHINS petition. what are the requirements for it to be void in south dakota
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 18, 2015

You asked this in the criminal law forum. It is not a basic legal question, but one that requires research. Go see a local attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for South Dakota on
Q: Is there any legal recourse against a vacation management company that backs out of a deal after s deposit was paid?

IThe dates were available according to the online registration. We reserved the room for three nights and paid the deposit. The next morning we received an email from the management company saying that there was an overbooking issue. The dates were available according to the online registration.... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 14, 2015

It is unclear what, if any, damages you suffered since you got your money back within 24 hours.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for South Dakota on
Q: What U.S. law/case can I look into about the validity of verbal agreements?
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 14, 2015

As a start, you can look up the "statute of frauds" for your particular state. Talk to a local business or contracts lawyer about your specific situation.

1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice for South Dakota on
Q: when a lawyer is working on a estate and finds legal malpractice by other lawyer does he responabilities to the client t
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 18, 2015

The question got cut off, so not sure what you're asking. Generally speaking, if a lawyer spots legal malpractice by another lawyer, then, depending on the circumstances, he might have to let the client know.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for South Dakota on
Q: In SD is a person without insurance still able to recover damages if other driver ran a red light?
John M DeProspo
John M DeProspo
answered on Jun 17, 2015

Your insurance status has no bearing on the issue of liability. So answer is "yes."

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for South Dakota on
Q: Do I need to pay for days downtime to repair car wash I damaged?

I damaged a carwash and being sued $1500 material & labor, but $3500 for missed revenue. Can I argue not paying the missed revenue?

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Nov 13, 2015

Turn it over to your insurance company.

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for South Dakota on
Q: I have a bankruptcy decision and now have a lot of new medical bills. Can i amend the bankruptcy.
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Feb 12, 2014

A: You cannot amend to include post filing bills, only bill from prefiling. However, the cost to amend/reopen can be sizable. You should balance the amount of debt vs. the cost.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for South Dakota on
Q: Is there any way we can find if someone who owes us a lot of money has actually filed bankruptcy?
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Feb 12, 2014

A: Sign up for PACER, it is a free governmental service, as long as you use less than $15 a calendar quarter. Then sign on at the District Court's Bky Site for the specific district and perform a search. From the Docket you can print copies of the documents.

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1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for South Dakota on
Q: How do i find bankruptcy records
Andrew Bresalier
Andrew Bresalier
answered on Feb 12, 2014

A: Sign up for PACER, it is a free governmental service, as long as you use less than $15 a calendar quarter. Then sign on at the District Court's Bky Site for the specific district and perform a search. From the Docket you can print copies of the documents.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for South Dakota on
Q: What are the steps for filing an appeal with supreme court
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 20, 2015

File a notice of appeal, designate a record for the appeal, prepare an initial brief, most likely.

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