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My son and I were involved in a vehicle collision where the other driver turned left in front of us on a blinking yellow light. Initially, our insurance placed fault on my son due to a ticket and one witness statement. We fought the ticket in court, and the judge found the witness statement... View More 
answered on Mar 28, 2025
It appears that the court's reversal on the issue of legal liability was correctly decided in your favor. California Vehicle Code Section 21801(a) provides that oncoming traffic in a left-turn scenario has the right of way. An exception would be if the vehicle driving straight through the... View More
I have been exercising my parenting time without issues for the past five years, during which my children have flown to me in Washington. Recently, the mother filed an emergency motion that falsely claims the children do not want to fly to WA, leading the Arizona judge to temporarily suspend my... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
Did the court enter these orders without even hearing from you ("ex-parte")? If so, then under our rules, you are entitled to a very quick hearing at which point mother would have to prove her concerns. If that hearing has already taken place, please know that temporary orders are only... View More
I lent my ex-husband a total of $48,051, depositing $15,000 on November 4, 2024, and $33,051 on November 14, 2024, directly into his checking account. He promised via text to repay me before leaving the country in January 2025. Since he left, I have made numerous attempts to contact him through... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2025
Before your ex returns you should hire a private investigator to update your knowledge of his assets and income. Next, hire an attorney to file a collection lawsuit and ready it for service upon your ex when he returns. The suit should be filed shortly before his return. This will not guarantee... View More
I recently broke up with my girlfriend, and we have a child together. We verbally agreed to share custody, each having half a week with our child. However, she told my sister she wants to take my daughter away from me, which she's denied to me, but she often lies. There has been no formal... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2025
It sounds like it is time to go to Court. It's probably the only option you have right now to protect your parental rights.
What you're going to need to do is file a Petition to Establish Paternity, Legal Decision-making, Parenting Time, and Child Support with the Court and get... View More
I am the only surviving witness to a real estate agreement in Mohave County, AZ, where a father gave his son a piece of land. This issue is part of a civil suit for breach of contract, with the plaintiff claiming that the son was supposed to return the land after one year. I realized my involvement... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
This can be complicated. You need to work through the lawyer for one of the parties. You and your testimony will need to be disclosed to opposing counsel and, If the lawyer determines that your testimony is crucial, the lawyer will need to inform the court of a recently discovered witness that he... View More
I am selling an older home in Arizona, and we've had multiple home inspection reports with conflicting results. After reporting inspectors to the Arizona licensing board due to false opinions and inconsistency, we received no help. Recently, our realtor provided one of these reports to a... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
In Arizona, both the realtor and the seller have a duty to disclose any information that may be material to a buyer. You can mitigate the impact of negative information by also disclosing positive information or, in your case, disclosing the inspector's reports that did not show anything... View More
I was not home when an incident occurred involving my emotional support dog and my granddaughter's friend. My granddaughter opened the door while the dog was inside the house, and upon opening it, the dog jumped on the little girl, resulting in her mouth bleeding. It's unclear if it was a... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2025
This sounds like a nuisance lawsuit. I recommend reporting this claim to your homeowners insurance carrier. They will hire a lawyer for you to defend. Your lawyer will be an experienced insurance defense lawyer and will get all medical and other records to properly evaluate this claim.... View More
Are crane unit that was on our record truck? Let's put on another truck about the people arrested. The tow company does not want to allow us to take the crane off And charges a three thousand dollar impound fee. The property was stolen. It was recovered during a raid, and the people are... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
I understand you're dealing with a complex situation involving stolen property, recovery, and impound fees. Let me break down the key points and offer some suggestions:
1. Property status:
- Your company's vehicle was stolen.
- The vehicle had a crane unit... View More
On April 30th I was pulled over for speeding and informed that I had an outstanding warrant out of the state of Idaho and that the issuing county planned to come and get me. So I was taken into custody by MCSO booked into the jail. On May 13th I waived my right to contest extradition giving the... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
You have grounds to sue Maricopa County for financial compensation due to wrongful imprisonment and the significant losses you suffered as a result. Being held for two extra weeks after the charges were dropped caused you severe personal and financial harm, including eviction, repossession of your... View More
To obtain a second nationality (Italy) I need to show my family line back to my Italian ancestors. The ancestor in question and of interest is my grandmother (deceased). Her father (deceased) assumed a new last name, never having gotten it formally changed. The last name on his marriage certificate... View More
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answered on May 31, 2024
To file a One And The Same Person Affidavit for your Italian nationality application, you need to clearly establish the connection between the different names used by your ancestor. Start by gathering all relevant documents that show the use of both last names, such as birth certificates, marriage... View More
To obtain a second nationality (Italy) I need to show my family line back to my Italian ancestors. The ancestor in question and of interest is my grandmother (deceased). Her father (deceased) assumed a new last name, never having gotten it formally changed. The last name on his marriage certificate... View More
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answered on Jun 6, 2024
Navigating the complexities of Italian nationality law and the nuances of such affidavits can be challenging. It’s advisable to coordinate these legal matters with an attorney licensed to practice law in Italy. An Italian attorney will be well-versed in the specific requirements and procedures... View More
Can we still get our money back or will they deny it because she is our daughter?
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answered on Apr 13, 2024
In this situation, getting a refund may be challenging, but it's still worth trying. Here are a few steps you can take:
1. Contact the game developer or publisher directly and explain the situation. Some companies have policies in place to refund accidental or unauthorized purchases... View More
If it is permanent, is there a way to remove it after it expires?
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answered on Apr 10, 2024
In Arizona, a workplace injunction (also known as an order of protection or restraining order) is a legal order issued by a court to protect an individual from harassment, threats, or violence in the workplace. The duration of the injunction can vary, but it is typically granted for a specific... View More
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
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
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
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
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
Them from the mobile home park . Can they stop us from taking them
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. This must be a very difficult time for you and his family.
In this situation, the first step would be to determine who has the legal right to the vehicles. If your friend left a will specifying that the vehicles should go to his... View More
I live in AZ and have received a Notice of taking of deposition and request for production from TN. Is this a subpoena? If this is, does it have to be domesticated and adhere to the 100 mile rule? I am a defendant in ongoing litigation over an Estate and have recently received a Show Cause Order... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2024
The Notice of Deposition and Request for production are not subpoenas. These are discovery requests. If you are a defendant in pending litigation, your failure to respond to discovery requests or your failure to appropriately respond to the Show Cause Order might jeopardize your legal position.... View More
My ex partner and I paid off a truck together and when we separated we agreed he would keep the truck and we took out another car together so that I could drive . He said he would help me with payments but after we got it he said he wasn’t going to help me anymore . I only have text messages... View More
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
Here are a few options to try to get your ex partner to pay for their share of the car lease:
1. Send a formal demand letter stating they agreed to pay for half the lease and you have text message evidence of this agreement. Set a deadline for their payment and state you will pursue legal... View More
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