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They are denying damage from a leak under my home where mold and damage to my floor joists occurred. I had the repair on the plumbing leak fixed in March 2023, yet I'm being told they won't repair the wood damage because "it isn't on my policy, which it is. After I showed them... View More 
answered on Oct 6, 2023
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. One option in such a situation could be to place the claim into suit, depending on additional details. You could reach out to attorneys to try to set up a free initial consult to... View More
Ex spouse didn’t do any of their financial responsibilities in the divorce decree. It’s pretty straight forward. Ex’s attorney is bringing in the ex’s adult kids on to testify stating harassment, stalker behavior etc. They have no idea I’ve moved out of state and no where near any of... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2023
If the evidence is relevant, the court likely will allow them to testify. There is no rule that allows a parent to exclude the testimony of a competent adult child of theirs.
When getting caught with drugs how many feet away from a school do u. Have to be not to get charged for it
answered on Oct 4, 2023
One thousand (1,000) feet
It is an enhancement to a distribution offense.
The law firm I had retained for representation just told me they quit my case due to other insurance company saying that they denied my claim. Do I have any recourse in this situation?
answered on Oct 1, 2023
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Until an Arkansas attorney could advise you under any state-specific laws, the general course of action would be to seek representation from another law firm. Clients do drop attorneys, and vice-versa. Unless someone... View More
It's ever a property case for a gentleman has put up a fence and is trying to steal my mom's property
answered on Sep 30, 2023
An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. At this point, you could try reaching out to legal aid societies and bar associations if they can offer direction. You could also try adding Real Estate as a category - real estate attorneys have insight into matters... View More
The presiding judge told me to talk to OCSE but there is no support order in place. And does mine or my husband's income factor in ?
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answered on Sep 29, 2023
Yes, you can typically ask for child support from one or both biological parents if you have permanent guardianship. The incomes of you and your spouse usually won't replace the biological parents' obligation to support their child.
My father would like to see a copy of his parents trust, both parents have passed away.
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
Generally, heirs have a right to see a copy of the trust after the grantor has passed away. You usually don't need a lawyer to request a copy, although having one might facilitate the process if the trustee is uncooperative. The trust document should specify which beneficiaries or heirs are... View More
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answered on Sep 26, 2023
In Arkansas, the time frame for contesting an irrevocable trust depends on various factors, including the specifics of the trust document and Arkansas state laws. Generally speaking, you may have a limited time after you've been notified of the trust or its terms. If you suspect that the trust... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2023
In Arkansas, there are several mechanisms to hold a school board member accountable for not following rules or policies, apart from a recall. These include filing a formal complaint with the school board or the district superintendent, which can initiate an internal investigation. If the behavior... View More
And maintenance.He passed away in 2018 without a will and did not have to pay taxes can we my wife and I "his daughter" claim the property
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
In Arkansas, you might be able to claim ownership through "adverse possession" if you've been in continuous, open possession of the property for a certain period. Additionally, since your father-in-law passed away without a will, his estate would typically go to his closest... View More
I was just curious how an entity such as the entity known as Microsoft Corporation could legally own, operate and work for a business within the U.S. if it has no human rights. No birth rights, no work visa, no citizenship
answered on Sep 20, 2023
It can hire actual people who can legally work in the U.S. to perform work on its behalf.
Trying to find out definition of cruel treatment
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
In Arkansas, the statutes related to animal cruelty provide definitions and specifications for various offenses. Based on your question, it seems you're referencing a specific statute number, which might not correspond directly to the actual code. However, to answer your question on the... View More
It was the weekend and we werent able to get a notary to come out. Witnesses ( family and heirs/beneficiaries ) will all attest to the validity of the deed.
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answered on Sep 18, 2023
Even if you find a notary familiar with the Decedent, he is not going to backdate his notarization. That incomplete Deed is not eligible for recordation.
This city put a tax initiative on the ballot and got voted down twice, so later they went into committee and voted it in, totally going against the will of the people, they did it later, dont remenber how long later but was later, they wanted this tax so they could build a sports complex, the peole... View More
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answered on Sep 14, 2023
In many places, if a tax initiative has been voted down by the people through a valid referendum process, it typically cannot be passed by a city council or committee without a subsequent public vote or significant changes to the proposal. However, the specifics can vary depending on local laws and... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
n most cases, you will need to provide written notice to your brother-in-law, notifying him of the default and giving him an opportunity to make the overdue payments within a specified period. If this fails to resolve the issue, you may need to pursue legal procedures, such as filing a replevin... View More
The charge is preventing me from employment after 4 years of college. I was charged but never convicted
answered on Sep 11, 2023
You may get that arrest and charged sealed or excluded from your public record through what we once called an expungement. It does require you to file a motion in the court in which you were charged and obtain a court order.
Me and my husband where at a concert and he was drinking. We where in our way out when he tripped and grabbed my hair on accident. 2 witnesses said he hit me and police arrested him with domestic battery 3rd degree. I told the police he did not hurt me and they still took him. I dont want charged... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2023
Yes, once charged the matter is in the hands of the State. However, no prosecutor wants a key witness available to the defendant to be hostile towards the State's case. Your husband needs an experienced attorney. If he cannot afford an attorney and meets certain criteria, the court will... View More
She did not have a will. can this be used as a will.
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
It is doubtful the so called beneficiary deed has the language and execution requirements of an AR Will. Consult with an AR attorney, but Mother's heirs probably take real property as tenants in common if more than one.
Yes they are filing bankruptcy and it says in paperwork if I want to be relieved of debt I have to respond to it or file something if I don't want to settle for what they offer in trying to figure out what I should do?
answered on Sep 11, 2023
Your post omits almost all the facts necessary to answer your question.
That said, there are two basic types of Chapter 11 cases: one is a financial reorganization, and the other is a liquidation. Often, in a liquidation, a bankruptcy trustee is appointed, or at least the attorney for the... View More
My mother passed with a beneficiary deed that wasn't filled. Her house was intended to go to me. theres no exexcutor, i am acting on her behalf. zillow states the value is 126,000. can an appraiser be used to devalue the house below the 100,000 limit of Arkansas small estate probate limits to... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
Administrator can value Estate assets. An appraiser's value is just his opinion. If the Probate Judge does not like it, he will let him know, and then regular Probate will be required.
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