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my husband is blind because of the cancer he did not send it. what can i do legally to the person who did this or find out who did send it pretrending to be my husband
answered on Feb 5, 2020
I think your best procedure is to go to the police where you live and file a criminal complaint.
I have a application on file and willing to name a co inventor for help with this huge law suit. Has to be a nice person and a patent litigation attorney. I'm truly the real inventor I proved that december 3rd 2019 my name begins with a c. This can be not only a big opportunity for me but a co... View More 
answered on Jan 26, 2020
I regret that I am neither a parent litigation attorney nor an investor in such patents or inventions. Sorry.
The buyers guide has as is checked but also says Integrity Warranty Services 3month/3000 miles. The dealer told us at the time of purchase it is a powertrain warranty and "if it has gas, grease or fluids it's covered" They did not explain any details or limitations or provide a copy... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2020
I regret that I do not handle car warranty matters. You should call the Virginia Attorney General's office, consumer division and make a formal complaint.
Child will be 26 yrs old in Nov 2020 and in the military. There is only $350 left to pay on arrears but $19,000 in interest.
answered on Jan 13, 2020
I regret that I do not handle domestic relations cases. Sorry.
Say a kid is walking to school and slips and breaks a bone, or a car looses control and hits a kid or a bus full of kids?
Father died intestate in VA, heirs are wife and two children from previous marriage. Wife is personal representative of estate. Father had large collection of vintage musical instruments (personal property) and over the last 4 years they have been appraised and sold. Two children did not agree to... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2020
Perhaps they should request an accounting from the personal representative and if they question fair market value present it before the courts; however, I suggest they get a lawyer involved sooner rather than later.
My dbids access card was recently flagged for something that happened 27 years ago in Salinas CA. Im honorable discharged Combat Veteran of 23 years. I work on base at fort eustis, VA.
answered on Dec 27, 2019
I regret that I do not handle military base access card matters. Sorry.
I live in the State of Virginia. I believe that I am being harassed by a neighbor in a manner that I feel meets the definition of a private nuisance. I would like to file a court order to prevent this behavior. I know the origin of the disturbance but I am not sure if I know the individual's name.
answered on Dec 26, 2019
The claim of forgery to an written instrument is a serious charge that will require an hand writing expert to testify that the signature on the lease is not yours. You certainly, However, can sue your roommate for forging your signature on the lease. There is a different issue that you may have... View More
After the death of our Mother, My brother filed a lawsuit on behalf of our family. However, he is the only plaintiff on the case; however, the paper work filed by the lawyer has our names listed as children.
answered on Dec 19, 2019
Generally, the Estate of a decedent is represented by the Executor of the Estate in a lawsuit. The facts of the case control how the lawsuit is styled and it may be that all the heirs must be named as claimants in your particular case.
My housemate didn't pay her half of rent & utilities for 3 months, so I had to pay both my share and hers to the landlord. I got judgment for over $2500 from the court. But she finally moved out, and I don't know where she went. I know where she works, though. Can I use her work... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2019
I handle the filing of Garnishment Summons for wage attachments and for bank account attachments. I charge by the hour. If you want to retain my services, please give me a call so I can send you an Engagement Agreement for your signature before I begin the work. Thank you.
My friend is transgender, male to female, and is having trouble with our school. She is unable to use the female bathroom even though she identifies as female and she is not allowed to room with other females on overnight field trips. She gave the idea of making the parents of students who want to... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2019
I regret that I do not practice in the area of restrooms and boarding for overnight trips for transgender people. Sorry.
cable bills with no lease are they considered a tenant of sufference?
answered on Nov 30, 2019
The person in question seems to be more like a guest than a tenant.
In the event landlord can raise rent, how much notice is needed? Said differently, can the increase be effective immediately i.e. at next due payment?
In the event the tenants don't agree can the landlord evict tenants before the end of the lease?
Of note, this is a six month... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2019
In consideration of a lease with a 6 month term, at the end of the 6 months, the lease becomes a month-to-month lease by operation of law unless it is renewed in a new written document. During the term of the 6 months, it is a binding contract for which the rent cannot be increased unilaterally but... View More
All parties agreed on price and signed. Can the seller back out because the appraisal came in higher than expected?
answered on Oct 28, 2019
There are certain contingencies in a NVAR form real estate contract, revised as of July 2019, if that is what was used. There may or may not be an escape clause in the real estate contract you signed. The best way to know if to hire an attorney who can review the contract and give you a formal... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2019
Your question involves a personal injury legal issue. I regret that I do not handle personal injury cases. Sorry.
So when my ex and I moved into an apartment together, I paid the $500 security deposit and we agreed that she wouldn't have to split it because I would get it back when we moved out. So when we move out, the apartment complex sends her the check by accident with both our names on it. She... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2019
Your mosy likely recourse for success is to file a lawsuit, probably in Small Claims Court, if the amount is $5000 or less.
I have documentation of the occurrence and now I am unemployed now do to the information being released.
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