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We have among the alderman who never shows up for a meetings, and we have an additional alderman who has been arrested on federal drug charges however he is not yet been sworn in and at this point we do not have a core I would appreciate any advice that you can give me
answered on Dec 16, 2024
It depends on what type of municipality is involved. Some home-rule municipalities have provisions in their charter for recall of aldermen. In a general-rule municipality, a residence would have to petition the district court for removal on one of the statutory grounds set forth in the Texas... View More 
answered on Dec 16, 2024
Because you are 17, a parent will have to appear in court with you. Your only option to keep it from mom is to tell dad and ask him to come with you to court. If mom sees the car insurance bill, she is going to figure it out because the cost for your car insurance is about to go up significantly.
My roommate is taking advantage of me. For context: we are cotenants, we do not have a written roommate agreement in place, only verbal agreements as follows: Rent would be split equally between us with the exception of his pet rent of twenty dollars, groceries, and cleaning of the place would be... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2024
If your landlord is willing, you might consider a "friendly" eviction suit in which your landlord evicts you and your roommate from the premises and then relets the premises to you alone assuming that you have the financial ability to pay the rent and utilities alone.
I was at a convenience store and the police pulled guns on me and was calling me someone else's name. I was not in my vehicle and when I gave the officer my driver's license and told him that I was not the person that he was looking for does he still have the right to go inside my truck.... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2024
It depends on why the officer searched the car. It may very well help if she accepts responsibility for unlawful carrying the firearm, but it depends on what exactly you mean by "under the console" and where that is inside your vehicle.
I was misinformed by an insurance agent that I qualified for a premium tax credit in the marketplace, and the marketplace also showed I was eligible. However, I later learned I am not eligible. How can I resolve this and correct my eligibility status? Should I contact the marketplace or IRS to... View More
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answered on Dec 17, 2024
You'll need to take prompt action to address this premium tax credit situation. Contact the Marketplace immediately to report that you're not eligible as an F1 student - this helps establish good faith effort to correct the error and may help reduce any penalties.
For the tax... View More
So I was selling a iPhone 14 on Facebook marketplace and a person texted me to meetup.( I’m 15)the person said he would Zelle and he agreed to meet up in front of my house. He was kind of suspicious but I remained optimistic and ignored them. He tried to grab my phone at start when he lowballed... View More
Does it any effect on my immigration?
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answered on Dec 15, 2024
For F-1 students, it's important to know that receiving Premium Tax Credits (PTC) through the Health Insurance Marketplace could potentially impact your immigration status. These credits are considered a form of public benefit, and using them might raise concerns during future immigration... View More
not sure how to proceed, she said she doesn't want a divorce but gave me an ultimatum to make it work.
answered on Dec 16, 2024
You should hire an experienced attorney who practices in the area of divorce law in or near the county where you reside ASAP.
The mother of my daughter keeps my daughter away from seeing me for her selfish reasons and there is no custody agreement or court order
answered on Dec 16, 2024
Yes, family law and child custody attorneys handle cases involving visitation rights with children. You should look for one in or near the county where the children reside. You most likely will need to file an original suit affecting the parent-child relationship ("SAPCR") to establish... View More
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answered on Dec 15, 2024
In most cases, F-1 students are not eligible for Premium Tax Credits (PTC) through the Health Insurance Marketplace because you need to be a U.S. citizen or have lawful permanent resident status to qualify.
If you're on an F-1 visa, you typically have different healthcare options... View More
The provider has her on medication that she does not need.and it's in Arkansas
I’m in Amarillo Texas and a few days ago I took my spouse to report to parole I was sitting in the parking lot playing gAmes and casually texting spouse who was inside building. The next thing my spouse gets in the car and as I start pulling away a crazed looking man in a black shirt with a... View More
what can I do legally to protect myself from my parents condition legally? Their family has caused extreme suffering and mental anguish for myself. Took over a credit profile leading to temporary homelessness, tried to control my finances, sent me to a place on a bribe. im developing a strong... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2024
Move, cut off contact, change your phone number and email address.
answered on Dec 24, 2024
No. But there is a separate process to stay the enforcement of a judgment pending an appeal if the defendant lacks the financial ability to post a supersedeas bond in the amount prescribed by law. You need to hire a very experienced appellate attorney to assist you with this process.
I contracted with a tree surgeon to remove three dead palm trees from my property. I requested that they be inspected prior to removal to ensure that they were in fact dead, and not simply damaged. The tree surgeons employees removed the trees and upon review of the video tapes on my surveillance... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2024
It can. If an individual is not mentally competent, the person's legal guardian, or a guardian ad litem, can bring suit on the injured person's behalf.
My employer did not deposit my whole paycheck last Fri. I immediately told my manager and he said others had same issue. I messaged throughout the day and was told payroll was resubmitted at noon on Friday and it will deposit most likely next business day. It's now Thursday of the next week... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2024
You can file a wage & hour claim with the Texas Workforce Commission:
https://www.twc.texas.gov/programs/wage-and-hour/texas-payday-law
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