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I’m trying to help a relative struggling with homelessness obtain appropriate housing; however—due my past financial losses arising from his previous addiction issues—I’m now unwilling to take responsibility for his lease in my name. He can’t possibly acquire a lease in own his name... View More 
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
Your relative's concerns are understandable, but applying for a non-driver's ID card in Alabama does not automatically trigger immediate arrest for outstanding warrants. However, it's essential to acknowledge the risk involved, as law enforcement databases may flag individuals with... View More
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
Being on Medicaid indicates that you are receiving assistance based on financial need, health status, or both. However, your status as a Medicaid recipient does not automatically exempt you from state tax obligations or potential garnishment actions in Alabama. If you owe state taxes, the Alabama... View More
She was told it is due to her having land in her name that her mother left her. Is there any truth to this or any way around it? She currently has no insurance coverage and no way to get any.
answered on Jun 8, 2023
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Your mother could consider trying to arrange a free initial consult with a social security disability attorney (among other types of attorneys, based on your selected categories). There is a section here for... View More
"Discharge for Misconduct: You will be disqualified for the period indicated and the maximum amount of benefits to which you may become entitled after the disqualification period will be reduced."
Also, there was no misconduct on my side. I have the entire termination process... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2020
An Alabama attorney could best advise, but you await a response for four weeks. From your description, this looks like a matter related to termination and eligibility for unemployment benefits. You could repost and add Employment Law as a category, or you could reach out to Alabama employment... View More
My ex-wife is a social worker for DHR in Alabama. After child birth, she decided to not go back to work. She then applied for food stamps and said I left them and she was all alone......which was a total lie. I had no idea about this. I found out much later and asked her to not re-apply......which... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2016
Possibly but you may have some exposure.If you don't have a divorce lawyer you may want to consult one on the constant threats. Right now you don't know the law (and she doesn't but is manipulating).
The ncp in my case is moving out of town and will not tell me where. However, he works at a state correctional facility in Bessemer and I was wondering would they serve him there if they can not locate a home address?
answered on Aug 4, 2016
If they can't yes. His attorney may want to know that so that he can make arrangements to make nice nice.
My former employer has retained 3rd party help to represent them at the hearing. I assume they are lawyers. Do I need legal representation for this hearing? Also, I live in Alabama, but it is the OESC that is handling my claim.
answered on Mar 19, 2016
Although Unemployment Insurance appeal hearings are typically less formal than a court setting, you could be at a considerable disadvantage if your employer has representation and you do not. The third party representing your employer is not necessarily an attorney, as non-lawyers are usually... View More
There is no order of custody and neither one of us live in California. We both went to cali for me to work. ShE went to get public assistance and didn't say she had put my name down in the process. Plus we bothave live in alabama. What can I do to fight this?
answered on Oct 25, 2015
If you have an open case in Alabama for child support, the case will stay in Alabama.
There is no order of custody and neither one of us live in California. We both went to cali for me to work. ShE went to get public assistance and didn't say she had put my name down in the process. What can I do to fight this?
answered on Oct 22, 2015
Hire a private attorney in California, or so it appears. More facts are needed to point you in the right direction.
answered on Apr 12, 2011
Section 8 has income limits that must be observed. If your home is above a certain income limit you lose your Section 8 eligibility. Please see the link below to determine the amount for your area.
http://www.huduser.org/portal/datasets/il/il2010/select_Geography.odn
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