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My husband died while on the job in the 80s while working in Freeport in az. Am I able to receive a lump sum? I was never given the option. I only receive $67 a month. How would I go about asking and receiving. Would this also affect my social security.
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
It's understandable that you're seeking clarity regarding the possibility of receiving a lump sum payment due to your husband's death while on the job. In cases like these, you may be eligible for survivor benefits from your husband's employer, especially if his death was... View More 
She has filed an order of protection against me and has stated she is not capable of taking care of my mother because she suffers from many ailments. I paid and spoke with an attorney and he said I did not have a strong case to try and seek guardianship trying to figure out what options I may have... View More
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
Revoking a power of attorney for medical decisions in Arizona typically requires specific actions and may depend on the terms of the original power of attorney document. Here are some steps to consider:
1. Review the Power of Attorney Document: Examine the power of attorney document to... View More
Terminated from falsified docs and have a right to sue from EEOC
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
When considering a settlement offer for a discrimination case, it's important to assess various factors. The percentage you should propose depends on the specific details of your case, such as the strength of your evidence, the damages you've suffered, and the potential risks and costs of... View More
They state the issue was there before the solar panels. Our house was brand new built in 2020 manufactured home. We had bad storms before that caused no leak. The first rain after the solar panel installation, our roof started leaking out of our smoke detector. They got on the roof and stated... View More
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
In Arizona, if your roof started leaking after the installation of solar panels and the company refuses to accept responsibility, you have several legal options. First, review your contract with the solar panel company to understand any warranties or clauses regarding damage during installation. If... View More
He has many warrents an we don’t wanna risk him going with me to the er if he could potentially get arrested if we’re stopped so can we refuse to give his name or what would happen
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
If you are stopped by the police while traveling with your boyfriend, the situation can become complex due to his outstanding warrants. If the police have a reason to identify everyone in the vehicle, they may ask for identification from both of you. While as a passenger, he isn't... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
In general, employment decisions should not be based on an applicant's relationship to a current or former employee. However, the specific laws and regulations governing employment practices can vary depending on the state and the specifics of the situation.
In Arizona, employment is... View More
My husband and I own an LLC business in Arizona with S-Corp tax status. (My husband is a self-published author, so our LLC falls into the Independent Artists category.)
I'm an oil painter and I now want to start selling my oil paintings online. I'd like to use a different name... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
In Arizona, it is indeed possible for an LLC to operate under more than one "Doing Business As" (DBA) name. This allows a single legal entity, such as your LLC, to conduct various types of businesses under different names while maintaining the same underlying ownership and legal... View More
Let's say I purchase a tax lien on a property that has tax liens from 5 prior tax years owned by someone else. How does foreclosure work in this situation?
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
In Arizona, particularly Santa Cruz County, when there are multiple owners of tax liens on the same property, the foreclosure process works as follows:
1. The most recent tax lien takes priority. So in your case, you as the most recent tax lien purchaser would have the first priority... View More
My Employer wants me to remain in the vehicle. But will not pay me for the time that I am in between jobs. Which I feel that I am in my "FREE" time to go home till I need to go back out for my next job. Is that illegal?
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
It is generally legal for an employer to require employees to remain in company vehicles in between jobs or tasks, even if the employee is not being paid during that time. Under both federal and Arizona law, travel time is only considered compensable work time under certain circumstances.... View More
Do you have to step out of your home and go with them. If they do not have a warrant.
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
Yes, if the police knock on your door, announce they are there to arrest you, and order you to come out, you legally have to comply and go with them even if they do not have an arrest warrant.
Police officers are legally allowed to make warrantless arrests if they have probable cause that... View More
A tpo was issued against him because he got violent when I told him I was moving all his abandon property into storage. The tpo was lifted Nov 24th 2023. Still have not heard a word from him. How and what do I need to do to get a title so I can sell the trailer
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answered on Jan 25, 2024
In Arizona, dealing with abandoned property, especially vehicles like your stepfather's camper trailer, involves specific legal steps. Since the trailer has been on your property for several months, you may have grounds to claim it as abandoned property. However, you'll need to follow the... View More
I got a judgment on Dec 19, 2023 and filed Rule 83 to alter amend. Motion was denied and clerk marked it on January 22, 2024. When is still timely to file notice of appeal?
Can I file Rule 84 and or 85?
How will filing Rule 84 and or 85 affect appeal timeline and deadline?
answered on Jan 25, 2024
You need to file your Notice of Appeal on or before the 30th day after the entry of the ruling on your rule 83 motion. You cannot be one day late. Although I don't know the specifics of your matter, and although there are exceptions to every rule depending on the circumstances, I expect that... View More
I own a single family residence in Mesa and the community association is in financial crisis. After speaking to the management company, who advised me to sell quickly, I found out that we are looking at first a very large special assessment, and then even then still there's a strong... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
You and the other homeowners may have a case against the board of directors for their mismanagement and breach of duty. From the information you disclosed, this should be considered. The directors may have purchased a policy of errors and omissions insurance coverage. If so, a claim could be... View More
I was in a relationship for over 6 years. It was lie after lie, after lie and he knew I suffered from ptsd and had clinical depression. I was actively seeing a counselor/therapist since losing my husband of 10 years and yet he found it ok to criticize me and call crazyor psycho. Tormented me for... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
The legal grounds for a lawsuit based on emotional suffering and deceit in a personal relationship can be complex. While emotional distress is a legitimate reason for a lawsuit, the specific circumstances of your situation, particularly in a personal relationship, can make it challenging to pursue... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
If someone is repeatedly parking in your driveway without your permission, this is considered trespassing on private property. The first step is usually to approach the neighbor directly and politely ask them to stop parking in your driveway. Often, a simple conversation can resolve such issues.... View More
I was determined to be the instigator. He got superficial scratches. I flew backwards through the air and broke my foot in 6 places in an attempt not to break my neck, head or worse. The whole situation started because he was driving drunk and I tried to take the keys of our car away from him. I... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
To find a pro bono lawyer who can assist with your situation, you can start by contacting legal aid organizations in Arizona. These organizations often provide free legal services to those who qualify based on their income and the nature of their legal issues. They may be able to help you address... View More
My son stays with his dad about half the time. The thing is, he lives in a 2 bedroom apartment with a roommate and his girlfriend. My son has to sleep on a pull out couch in the same room as his dad and his dad’s girlfriend. My son is 11. We have had multiple conversations over the last couple of... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2024
The arrangement is not illegal.
There is a question of whether it is in your son's best interests. You could file a Petition to Modify, and then it's really up a judge. I think there's a good argument there, but it will really depend on how your judge feels about it. Some... View More
I want to ask for sole custody at a later date but would it backfire if I said I dont want child support or would it help my case? I also have another child from a different relationship. I have the children 10 months out of the year and he has them throughout the year but it equates to 2 mos. I... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2024
Asking or not asking for child support will have no impact on your custody case. The Court does not consider child support when determining custody, but once it determines custody, the amount of time awarded impacts the child support amount.
You should run numbers through an Arizona Child... View More
Assessments pay insurance premiums, so can they legally contact the insurer?
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
Yes, as a homeowner in an HOA who pays the premiums for the Directors and Officers (D & O) insurance policies, you typically have the right to contact the insurance carrier. Since you are the payor of the premium, you have an insurable interest in the policy, and it's within your rights to... View More
Long story short I found a puppy wandering around a neighborhood no collar, I took it to get scanned but no chip. I basically hung out with this dog all day and eventually ended up talking to some neighbors. One of the neighbors told me they think the dog lives at the Corner House. So I ended up... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2024
Hello,
Arizona Theft requires "intent to deprive" a person of the property. Here, you did not commit theft because you were attempting to locate the owner to give them their property back. I believe you've done a good deed that would not be considered "theft." I... View More
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