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Q: Does the approved i130 expire if the i485 was denied for failure to submit the Covid shots?
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answered on Mar 18, 2024

The approval of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, is a significant step in the process of sponsoring a family member for a green card. However, it's essential to understand that the approval of this form does not automatically guarantee the approval of Form I-485, Application to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: Hi, I’m want some advice on coronavirus shots and what to be done about development pains over the course of time.

I got the coronavirus shot about two years ago and ever since I’ve had horrible shoulder pains, I’ve gradually gotten worse and worse and worse. Now it’s to the point of where I can’t really sleep at night. I’ve lost my strength in that arm. I ain’t able to use it at all like I used to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: Coronavirus shot damaged my shoulder. What can I do about it. Advice on how to handle it leagully would be great.

I got the coronavirus shot back when they were just starting to do them and I’ve had shoulders pains ever since and they keep getting worse. What do I do about this leagully?

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Government Contracts and Medical Malpractice for Texas on
Q: Can my job ask me to provide a picture of ny medication

My job said I need more proof to exude my absences because doctors notes aren't enough. They said I need to send a picture of the medication that was prescribed to me by the doctors to approve my leave of absence

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Texas on
Q: Texas mom, 24, Looking to find out if I need to find a lawyer to represent me in court OR if I can get a court appointed

I have plenty of evidence of my own to support my own case I believe. So far I have a photo album with almost 50 different pieces of photo and video evidence. I walked away from my son and his father at the beginning of 2023 due to uncivil or even hostile home environment for what seemed to be... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 18, 2024

It is unclear if your matter concerns a CPS case that has been filed against you, a divorce proceeding, or a suit affecting the parent-child relationship (SAPCR).

Court-appointed lawyers are available in criminal cases and in cases in which Child Protective Services is seeking to remove...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: Is this considered assault?

I was renting space on my future mother-in-laws property. Yesterday she was screaming at my fiancé and I went to see what was going on and got dragged into the argument. The mother said I was not a man because I was standing behind my fiance trying to deescalate things and told me to stop being a... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 18, 2024

This could be considered a Class C misdemeanor assault under Section 22.01(3) of the Texas Penal Code: "A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly causes physical contact with another when the person knows or should reasonably believe that the other will regard the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Texas on
Q: Tx can I be executor of an estate & beneficiary? Can I purchase the home if it still has a mortgage as exec of the estat

My parent passed recently and I am the only child (no step or half siblings) & per the Will I am to inherit the house (which still holds a mortgage in parent name alone) & the parent was not married. Can I be executor of the Will & beneficiary? Can I purchase the home from myself? How... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 18, 2024

Yes, you can be both the beneficiary and executor under a Will.

There is no reason for you to purchase the home from yourself. Probating the Will vests title in you as the sole beneficiary of your parent's Will. Of course, if you don't pay the mortgage, the lender has a deed of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property and Legal Malpractice for Texas on
Q: clouded title preventing the sale of inherited property. the other party filed ppwk with the wrong legal discription

The lawyer who probated the will is wanting a signature for a settlement to the other party. The paper he wants signed has no information for what the settlement is. The will was signed by 2 judges and gives sole inheritance of the property to defendent and plantiff is not in the will. The... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 18, 2024

Typically, an incorrect legal description can be corrected so that the "paperwork" reflects the correct legal description.

You can clear title by filing a suit to quiet title in a district court in the county where the property is located.

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Texas on
Q: neighbor has a water well pipe running 4" underground my land. Does he have legal rights if it is his only water source?

I have an rv to move to a portion of my land and run water from my well to the rv and a septic pipe to my sewer. I have two acres and had my water well and septic put in when I built my house. This property is unrestricted and in the country so we don't have to follow code. My neighbor said I... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: I have multiple questions regarding a matter that was brought to a detective and no legal action was made

I have a previous employer that is trying to wrongly accuse me of a felony type action. This matter has been brought to the local police department, and detective two years ago. When previous employer walked into my current employer tried to tell management that I had a previous felony and... View More

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answered on Mar 18, 2024

In situations where a previous employer is making unfounded accusations against you, particularly of a serious nature like felony actions, and is attempting to influence your current employment based on these allegations, it's important to understand your rights and the steps you can take to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Texas on
Q: Wanted to seek clarification on the late fee clause in our contract, and really apprecaite any advise on this.

Hello,

Wanted to seek clarification on the late fee clause in our contract, and really apprecaite any advise on this.

"If Payment is not made within 5 days after receipt by Obligor of invoice, vendor shall send Obligor an email reminder. If payment is not made within 24 hours... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Texas on
Q: I am confused about the new DOL law about 1099s.

If I have a therapy practice, and have provisionally licensed folks providing 4 hours of service per week, previously they'd be 1099'd. With this new law, do they *have* to be W-2'd? It seems silly to W-2 someone that is only providing 4 hours of service per week. Any clarification... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 18, 2024

You mention a therapy practice and provisionally licensed folks. As I understand the laws pertaining to licensed therapists in Texas, a provisionally licensed therapist is required to be supervised by a licensed therapist. A worker who receives a Form 1099 is supposed to be an independent... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Texas on
Q: I just got a apartment and have only been here for 7 days and already been served a non rent breach of lease notice to v

I just moved into an apartment and have only been here for 7 days. My neighbor next door has apparently been here for 9 years or so. Mind you, i work from 7pm to 3am so i come home at night. I gave already received 3 violations for noise complaints wich i haven't been loud at all and now i... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Mar 18, 2024

It depends upon the terms of your lease. I imagine it must be really annoying having a Ring doorbell going off at 3 AM every night. It is going to be your word against your neighbor's as to how noisy you are. My guess is if your neighbors have a 9-year history of making petty noise... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Texas on
Q: My ex is trying taking me to court for temporary sole custody, I have no lawyer but she does. What should I expect

I went to jail recently for something non related, during this time she put him in another school.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Texas on
Q: What are the elements of Texas disorderly conduct cases for unreasonable noise and offensive gesture?

What are the elements of Texas disorderly conduct cases for unreasonable noise and offensive gesture the State must prove at either a preliminary hearing or at trial?

Some elements may be sprinkled throughout section 42.01, but it would be nice to have a definite 1,2,3... list of elements... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Contracts for Texas on
Q: We are sued in MO I need a general denial form and form to change jurisdiction to Texas our company is in TX,

the contract with client states that she can only bring suit in Teas but we need to answer this law suit before we get a judgment I do not where I can find these forms

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: I'm applying for the k-1 and my fiance has a child who is under the age of 18. When should I apply for them to travel

I'm applying for the k-1 and my fiance has a child who is under the age of 18. When should I apply for them to travel here, do I need to apply for them or are they included since the child is under 18

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answered on Mar 16, 2024

When you apply for a K-1 visa for your fiancé(e), it's important to consider their child in the process. The child of your fiancé(e) may be eligible to travel to the United States with them under a K-2 visa. This visa is specifically designed for the unmarried children, under the age of 21,... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Texas on
Q: Would the late fee incurring starts after 5 days of receipt of invoice or after 24 hours from e-mail receipt

"If Payment is not made within 5 days after receipt by Obligor of invoice, vendor shall send Obligor an email reminder. If payment is not made within 24 hours thereafter, vendor shall send Obligor a letter by certified mail or hand-delivery notifying Obligor of vendor's intention to... View More

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