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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Arizona on
Q: I paid my Rent they excepted it today of the 11th I got addiction notice and for not doing are paying late fees is that

Moved in on the fifth of last year did not. Prorate my rent so it’s due on the fifth and she doesn’t do five day grace period does that allowed

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

Based on the information provided, it seems there are a few issues to address:

1. Late fees: In Arizona, landlords can charge late fees, but they must be specified in the lease agreement. If your lease states a late fee policy and grace period (or lack thereof), the landlord is generally...
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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Arizona on
Q: I'm a landlord that got a bad result in Justice Court. Should I appeal my Landlord-Tenant case to Superior Court?

In Arizona, I (the landlord) need to appeal a Justice Court landlord-tenant case decided in Cochise County. On balance, the judge ruled against us. The primary reasons we lost were the judge (1) considered text messages sent to a handyman (he is an independent contractor, not our salaried... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

Based on the information provided, it sounds like you have some potentially strong grounds for appealing the Justice Court's decision to the Superior Court in Arizona. A few key considerations:

1. Notice of repair requests - Whether notice to an independent contractor handyman...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Arizona on
Q: Since my dad died does my mom get my paternal grandpa’s inheritance?

My dad died 8 years after my grandpa before any disbursements. The trust says it will go to his children and grandchildren. There is also a part that mentions children preceding him in death and living issues getting their portion. My mom thinks since my dad was alive when my grandpa died that she... View More

Gregory Christopher Poulos
Gregory Christopher Poulos
answered on Mar 31, 2024

In Arizona, an inheritance is generally considered to be separate property when received. If that applies your father's inheritance did not become community property. Therefore your mother is not entitled to the inheritance. However, in Arizona, spouses have significant inheritance rights and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking for Arizona on
Q: When dealing with a bank withholding your funds or locking your account what can be done?

It's go2bank. Our taxes arrived and after making a fee transactions they locked the account without our permission saying there was suspicious activity.

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with this stressful situation with your bank account being locked. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Contact go2bank customer service directly to inquire about why your account was locked and what specific activity they deemed suspicious. Ask...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Landlord - Tenant for Arizona on
Q: Forcible Detainer appeal and quiet title action at the same time.

A fraudulent Warranty Deed was recorded and then sold and new owner filed a forcible detainer action against the "rightful" owner claiming they had a rental agreement which they did not and failed to serve the owner (tenant) in accordance with the rules and were awarded a judgment and a... View More

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

In situations involving complex legal disputes such as this one, it's essential to navigate the legal system with careful consideration. You can indeed file an appeal against the judgment of the Justice Court while simultaneously pursuing a quiet title action to dispute the validity of the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Education Law for Arizona on
Q: If my child has disability and is placed in an Emotional Disturbance program, can they be excluded from School Trips?

If my child has been diagnosed with a learning disability as well as an Emotional Disturbance, can a school than keep my child from attending assemblies, school activities, field trips and even vocational training? If they are being put in Special education because of the disability, so they can... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

Under U.S. law, specifically the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), students with disabilities, including those diagnosed with Emotional Disturbance and placed in special education programs, are entitled to receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE). This means that they... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Education Law for Arizona on
Q: If my child has disability and is placed in an Emotional Disturbance program, can they be excluded from School Trips?

If my child has been diagnosed with a learning disability as well as an Emotional Disturbance, can a school than keep my child from attending assemblies, school activities, field trips and even vocational training? If they are being put in Special education because of the disability, so they can... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Mar 28, 2024

Generally they should not be excluded. The school ought to make reasonable accommodations so the student may participate in the full range of activities along with the typical peers. Make sure you include language like this in written communication with the school and ask what accommodations they... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Arizona on
Q: If i filed motion to dismiss improper service do I have to file counter claim with the motion

Plaintiff filed civil suit. Judge told her she could not represent llc only attorney can. Gave her time to file amended complaint. Plaintiff filed amended complaint added defendants and served by us mail with no summons included. W/o permission to serve by mail. Defendant filed motion to dismiss... View More

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answered on Mar 25, 2024

When you file a motion to dismiss due to improper service, such as not receiving the summons correctly, this motion is typically addressed before any substantive claims are considered. This is because if the service is deemed improper, the court may not have jurisdiction, and the case could be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Arizona on
Q: what can i do if i dont have money to spend on a lawyer but i believe my civil rights have been violated by the city pd

was on a job and the place where i was working was being broken into and used as a drug house and flop house.. so i staged the property as if someone lived there and continued to work on the house. (i was trying to keep the house in compliance withthe city so they didnt get anymore violations with... View More

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answered on Mar 25, 2024

If you believe your civil rights have been violated but lack the resources for a lawyer, consider reaching out to legal aid organizations or civil rights groups in your area. These groups often provide free or low-cost legal services to individuals facing civil rights issues. Additionally, some law... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Arizona on
Q: A search warrant was served on my house. I asked the officers why my home and they said it was surveiled

They didn't find any stolen goods and left me to fix my door and sue them for the money. I want to find out if the search was legal

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answered on Mar 24, 2024

The legality of the search conducted at your home depends on several factors. If the officers had a valid search warrant, it typically means that a judge found probable cause based on evidence presented by law enforcement. The specifics of the warrant, such as the address, date, and items sought,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Arizona on
Q: Can my sister re-apply for Social Security Disability Insurance. She lives in the Phoenix Metro Area.

She applied for SSDI on June, 2018. She had worked the previous 7 years.

Her SSDI was denied by the District Court of Arizona on January 25, 2024. Can she re-apply for SSDI?

Thank you for your answer.

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answered on Mar 22, 2024

Yes, your sister can re-apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). After a denial, applicants have the option to start a new application. However, it is important to consider whether her circumstances or medical condition have changed significantly since her last application. A new... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Arizona on
Q: Do we need a workman comp attorney?

Our father is employed by large national medical waste disposal company and is a long haul trucker for them and drove their company semi tractor truck. The accident occurred late Feb and did not involve anyone else. His place of hire and residence is in Arizona but his accident took place on the... View More

Joel Friedman
Joel Friedman
answered on Mar 22, 2024

First, I am sorry to hear about your father and hopefully he will recover. Second, you have a choice of filing a workers' compensation (WC) claim in either New Mexico or Arizona, and I do not know the difference between benefits available for the two states because my practice is only in... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Arizona on
Q: Do we need a workman comp attorney?

Our father is employed by large national medical waste disposal company and is a long haul trucker for them and drove their company semi tractor truck. The accident occurred late Feb and did not involve anyone else. His place of hire and residence is in Arizona but his accident took place on the... View More

Weston Montrose
Weston Montrose
answered on Mar 22, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your father's accident. Having a guardian ad litum does sound like the appropriate immediate action. If the workers' compensation case is pending in AZ you should visit the Industrial Commission of Arizona’s web site for some helpful information about... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation and Probate for Arizona on
Q: Father passed away, his name forged on quitclaim, notary found to not be diligent and got commission revoked.

My sister forged our dads name on a quitclaim deed, I had filed a complaint on the notary which originally resulted in her favor but this week I got a letter from the secretary of the state saying they found multiple things she did wrong with the investigation and the fact that they don't... View More

Gregory Christopher Poulos
Gregory Christopher Poulos
answered on Mar 21, 2024

I agree with attorney Whitehurst that you must act immediately to hire an attorney. While you may certainly consult with a real estate litigation attorney I would suggest that you consider a consultation with a probate attorney that handles probate litigation. While very similar since it affects... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation and Probate for Arizona on
Q: Father passed away, his name forged on quitclaim, notary found to not be diligent and got commission revoked.

My sister forged our dads name on a quitclaim deed, I had filed a complaint on the notary which originally resulted in her favor but this week I got a letter from the secretary of the state saying they found multiple things she did wrong with the investigation and the fact that they don't... View More

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answered on Mar 21, 2024

You need a real estate litigation attorney to file a lawsuit against your sister to have the deed declared void due to forgery. Do not delay. But in the meantime, if you get a whiff of the house going under contract then contact the escrow company and pointedly inform them that there is reason to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Arizona on
Q: Arizona is a right to work state but how far does that extend can anything be done to protect my dad’s job

My dad has been working in tech for almost 25ish years he is a veteran and has recently had hip issues and needs a replacement he has his surgery tomorrow and has till Monday to except or deny a severance package

Joel Friedman
Joel Friedman
answered on Mar 20, 2024

Your question hopefully will be answered by an employment law attorney, because it is not a workers' compensation issue unless your father's hip problems are the result of a work injury (accident or repetitive activities). I am not an employment lawyer but I generally tell my work injury... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Arizona on
Q: Hi so since it’s abandoned, is Under The Sun available to trademark?
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answered on Mar 20, 2024

Whether "Under The Sun" is available to trademark depends on several factors, including whether it's currently in use or has been abandoned in the context relevant to your business. Trademark availability is not just about whether a phrase is being used, but also whether it's... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Arizona on
Q: Hi so since it’s abandoned, is Under The Sun available to trademark?
Felicia Altman
Felicia Altman
answered on Mar 19, 2024

Even if a trademark is abandoned does not mean that the mark is available for registration. In order to know if a mark is available start by conducting a quick search on the USPTO for similar registered marks in the same class of goods and services. A search can be complicated and it is recommended... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Trademark and Intellectual Property for Arizona on
Q: Hi so since it’s abandoned, is Under The Sun available to trademark?
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
Fritz-Howard Raymond Clapp
answered on Mar 19, 2024

There are several dead and cancelled registrations for the word mark UNDER THE SUN, and some have design elements. But there are also many active registrations for UNDER THE SUN in different categories of goods/services. You should consult a qualified trademark attorney to review your proposed... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Arizona on
Q: IM IN ARIZONA, I HAVE AN ABANDONED VEHICLE FROM NEW MEXICO. HOW CAN I FILE FOR ABANDONED TITLE

VEHICLE HAS BEEN HERE FOR 5 MONTHS. IVE MADE EVERT ATTEMPT TO CONTACT AN OWNER

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answered on Mar 16, 2024

In Arizona, if you have an abandoned vehicle from New Mexico that has been left on your property for over five months, you need to follow specific steps to apply for an abandoned vehicle title. First, you should contact the local law enforcement agency to have the vehicle inspected and to verify... View More

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