You should not go without a criminal defense attorney representing you. Even then, your attorney may advise you against talking to a prosecuter. One of the most important rights that you have per the State and United States Constitution is the right to remain silent. Many people make the mistake of... View More

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answered on Jun 30, 2023

Document each incident, including the date, time, location, and details of what occurred. If possible, gather any evidence such as photographs, videos, or witness statements.

You may want to consider filing a formal complaint with the internal affairs division of the police department or... View More

Where the arbitration agreement in your employment contract is an impediment depends on what you want to do. To the extent you want to sue the company for back wages or any other employment issue, the arbitration agreement would likely require that the claims be asserted in arbitration, rather... View More

As a general rule, a criminal charge for child abuse that did not result in a conviction cannot be used against you in court.

As a general rule, even a conviction for child abuse that happened that long ago cannot be used against you in court because it is too remote in time. An exception... View More

Yes. Once your vehicle is taken back by the Lender, you have no right to retake possession without their permission.

That code means that the trademark was cancelled due to failing to timely file the proper renewal paperwork. The first trademark renewal is due after the five year anniversary of the registration date, during that fifth year. The second renewal is due ten years after the registration date. Third... View More

Grainy video footage likely isn't enough, standing alone, to persuade a jury of a person's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Tell your friend to listen carefully to his lawyer, learn as much as he can about any other evidence the State may have against him, and don't be afraid to... View More

You should discuss this situation with an Arkansas employment attorney in more detail. In addition to the issues you've listed above, employers also need to account for shift differentials and non-discretionary bonus payments when calculating your overtime pay rate. If your overtime pay rate... View More

You need to contact a local attorney that specializes in personal injury/ property damage to represent you in this situation. It may ultimately turn out that you are both partially at fault, the attorney will need to see the police report. If the other car was speeding by 5mph over, he may not... View More

Most states have laws regarding abandoned property that require you to provide written notice, usually via certified mail, return receipt. Apparently you know where she is, so you must provide written notice of abandonment of personal property to her, and give her an opportunity to collect her... View More

You really need to discuss all the facts with a local Probate attorney, look here on Justia for one. Generally promises to transfer land must be in writing, but there are additional restrictions when the Grantor dies, then the writing must comply with all the requirements of a Last Will. It must... View More

Generally, when there is no Will, you must go through some sort of probate administration whereby the heirs of the deceased are judicially determined and a personal representative is appointed. However, several states have a process available to assist those smaller estates that may not need... View More

An Arkansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Insurance companies don't have a reason to tamper with cars after an accident - many of the basic facts concerning liability are usually established at the scene. There's a lot of information to sort... View More

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answered on May 23, 2023

If you sue for Partition, a Partition in Kind is possible to give each owner certain parts of the tract. If it cannot be fairly physically divided, then a Partition Sale will be ordered to divide the Sale Proceeds. Consult with an AR attorney.

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answered on May 23, 2023

Assuming it was recorded (which would have been required to obtain the approval), you cannot cancel a conveyance and you will need the county to convey it back to you.

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I am answering this question from my New York Perspective.

Unfortunately, offer letters are generally not considered contracts, so there is likely not much you can do to hold the company to what they originally told you on the scope of your role.

The drugs are not “automatically” yours but your ownership of the car is certainly probable cause that they belong to you sufficient for you to be charged.

Whether the State can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that they belong to you depends on the particular facts and circumstances of your case.

In South Carolina, you would need to register for and eventually complete the Alcohol Drug Safety Action Program (ADSAP) before driving privileges could be restored on a route-restricted basis.

The persons that failed to appear remain subject to prosecution. Jeapordy did not attach to those individuals since they did not appear to defend themselves. There may be reasons that the failure to disclose "Brady" material in the case of accused number one will impact the prosecution of... View More

If the Court issues a warrant for the arrest of an accused for failure to appear, the accused may be considered a fugitive. That is, the active warrant subjects the person named in the warrant to arrest and detention. The term "fugitive" is sometimes used to invoke jurisdiction of law... View More