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answered on Jul 21, 2024
A police officer can tow your car for several reasons, even if you have insurance. If your car is parked illegally, blocking traffic, or poses a safety hazard, it can be towed regardless of your insurance status. Additionally, if your vehicle is involved in a crime, is abandoned, or you have unpaid... View More 
To appear even if you have a Drs excuse stating you were under Drs care at the time of court.Can they deny you your appointment ( one previous and one after incarcerated ) for and ultrasound on your liver?
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
You can't be forced to release your medical records without your consent, even if you're an inmate. Medical privacy laws, such as HIPAA, protect your right to confidentiality regarding your health information. However, there might be exceptions if your medical condition directly impacts... View More
I am looking at selling some of my homemade fall candles. It is considered trademark infringement to describe/name my candle with the word "Autumn" within my candle descriptive name with other words added to it? For example, if I named my candle "Autumn Walk" is that... View More
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answered on Jul 19, 2024
Using "Autumn Walk" for your candle could potentially be considered trademark infringement. The term "Autumn" being trademarked by Bath and Body Works for candles means they have exclusive rights to use it in that context. Adding another word like "Walk" might not be... View More
I am seeking guidance on how to legally protect my use of sacramental plant medicine, such as psychedelic mushrooms, under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). I am a member of the Church of the Sacred Plants and want to understand the legal protections available for the religious use of... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2024
# 1) Read https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/FSupp/906/1494/2126785/ to consider whether the "Church of Sacred Plants" constitutes a "religion" protected by RFRA
# 2) Read https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/494/872/ to consider whether the... View More
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answered on Jul 2, 2024
Your home address on your ID card is not necessarily your legal residence, though it often is. Legal residency typically refers to your primary place of living and can have implications for various legal and administrative matters. Here are some key points:
1. ID card address: This is... View More
I am salary and missed 2 days of work due to drill for the ANG and my employer is reducing my pay for the 2 days of missed work. I believe my pay is protected under FLSA since I did not miss a week of work. They told me my options were to take my PTO or Unpaid Leave. They had prior notice to my... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2024
Employers are generally required to follow certain laws and regulations regarding pay for employees who are members of the National Guard and are called to perform military duties, including drills. The key law governing this area is the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act... View More
I was involved in a car accident that was not my fault and there where no injuries. There insurance company said I will not get any further settlement until my car is dismantled by a mechanic and then they will negotiate getting the car fixed with them. I don't want my car fixed or at least... View More
answered on Jun 11, 2024
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Most insurance carriers don't care what you do with the check if it is for superficial damages that don't affect safety or roadworthiness. If your collision damages are extensive enough for the... View More
He ended up passing away during The Visit that day ignored the PO.A
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answered on Jun 11, 2024
There may have been something wrong with the POA, or the hospital simply refused to obey the directives of the attorney in fact. What damages did the Decedent incur because of the hospital's disobedience? There may not be any, and if so, no cause of action. If damages are present, then... View More
Is voting not a right?Are is it like a driver license?A privilege and can be taken away?
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
Voting is a fundamental right in the United States, but it can be restricted under certain circumstances, such as a felony conviction. Each state has its own laws regarding the voting rights of individuals with felony convictions. In some states, your voting rights may be restored after completing... View More
I was involved in a car accident that was not my fault and there where no injuries. There insurance company said I will not get any further settlement until my car is dismantled by a mechanic and then they will negotiate getting the car fixed with them. I don't want my car fixed or at least... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2024
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Usually, most carriers don't care if you carry out the repairs on minor damages. If the accident caused damages that may possibly impact the safety or roadworthiness of the vehicle, or the damages are such... View More
A local deputy and myself are having a debate on weather or not I can legally open carry a handgun (glock17). I’m not doing anything unlawful, just have said pistol in holster on my belt.
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
Under federal law, individuals must be at least 21 years old to purchase a handgun from a licensed dealer, but this doesn't always directly translate to the legality of carrying a handgun. State and local laws vary significantly regarding the open carry of handguns, especially for those under... View More
I do not see any specific contingency in the contract for the seller to terminate the contract. There is a contingency on an addendum that the "buyer reserves the right for any reason or no reason in it's sole discretion to terminate this agreement by writing no later than 5 days before... View More
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answered on May 23, 2024
Purchasers/Sellers breach real estate contracts daily, with few consequences. Usually only earnest money or a real estate commission are the only actual penalties. But a Specific Performance action is a possibility. Breaching Parties always take a chance.
In the state of Arkansas, when stopped by a police officer, whether on foot or a traffic stop, do police need reasonable and articulable suspicion to ask for identification?
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answered on May 1, 2024
In Arkansas, police officers do require reasonable and articulable suspicion to stop someone and ask for their identification. This standard arises from the Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
Reasonable suspicion must be based on specific and... View More
He has been there a little over 2 weeks and has been to the ER 3 times because his blood pressure has been very high.We are trying to get him out of there, but because he hasn’t seen a judge yet they will not release him. According to US code, A. 3C chapter 13 and US code A.3C chapter 13 and US... View More
answered on May 1, 2024
You need to get an attorney immediately. This situation needs to be brought to the attention of the Judge who issued the warrant for your husband's arrest or any Judge siting in the jurisdiction.
Of course, he should have been before a judge already. An accused is denied Due Process... View More
answered on Apr 19, 2024
A suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) judgment does not, by itself, affect your 4th Amendment and Arkansas Constitutional Rights. However, this judgment of conviction is often accompanied by a waiver of rights by the defendant that may be made a condition of the SIS sentence. The same is true of... View More
A complaint has been filed in Franklin district court state of Arkansas against me for bad debit I couldn’t pay when I became disabled I can’t afford to file bankruptcy . My ssid check is my only source of personal income my personal property consist of a tv a bedroom suit and a couch coffee... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
To claim an exemption for your Social Security Disability (SSDI) income in Arkansas, you need to file a "Claim of Exemption" form with the court. Here are the steps to follow:
1. Obtain the "Claim of Exemption" form (Form AR-EX) from the Arkansas Judiciary website or the... View More
I inherited the original galleys of the comics that were copyrighted as a work for hire from the syndicate I also inherited. I have an exclusive licensing contract agreement with a company, who has requested that I update the copyrights to protect them from being used for commercial, and not... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
Based on the information provided, it sounds like you have inherited the original physical materials (galleys) of comics that were created as works-for-hire and initially copyrighted by the syndicate you also inherited in 1950. The key considerations are:
1. Pre-1978 works had an initial... View More
An officer showed up at my house without my probation officer being present and arrested me took me to jail while they were still conducting a search on my property and house after I was taken to jail they were still searching my property no warrant or warning
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answered on Apr 15, 2024
In general, probation officers and other law enforcement officials need to follow proper legal procedures when conducting searches, which typically require either consent, a warrant, or certain exigent circumstances. However, the specific rules can vary depending on the terms of your probation and... View More
I dismissed the case until I got out from incarcerated
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answered on Apr 11, 2024
In Arkansas, if you voluntarily dismissed your civil case without prejudice, you generally have the right to refile the lawsuit at a later date, subject to the applicable statute of limitations. However, if the case was dismissed with prejudice, you would be barred from refiling the same claim.... View More
answered on Apr 10, 2024
There may be some court records available through the court clerk's office. It is unlikely that a transcript of the trial will still be available. If the murder case was appealed, the attorney handling the appeal for the defendant may have kept a transcript of the trial testimony, but is not... View More
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