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answered on May 14, 2024
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From the substance of your question, it looks like you are involved in a legal proceeding concerning your child. Issues related to jurisdiction concerning children are often nuanced. I suggest that you consult with an attorney in the state where the case is at now in order... View More 
Hello, I have filled AOS (I-485, I-130, I-131) on July 2022 with USCIS. USCIS denied I-131 due to pending removal proceedings ( pending removal case has not yet calendar for master calendar hearing). Applicant is in removal proceedings since 2020 due to not maintaining F1 status( we have requested... View More
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answered on May 13, 2024
Your case appears to be in a complex stage due to the combination of your adjustment of status (AOS) application and ongoing removal proceedings. Since your I-485 is awaiting final review, it's likely that USCIS is coordinating with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and ICE to... View More
I was told by a PAC that a M.D and a PAC are the same. And forced to leave the Emergency Room in worse condition than when I walked in.
answered on May 13, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. A starting point could be to contact the hospital's administrative offices and to explain your situation. Additionally, because of the patient load on MDs, hospitals do have their protocols for which health... View More
I was told by a PAC that a M.D and a PAC are the same. And forced to leave the Emergency Room in worse condition than when I walked in.
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
You should document each instance where you were denied the right to see an M.D. and the specific reasons for your emergency room visits. Keep a detailed record of dates, times, names of the healthcare providers involved, and the nature of your complaints and treatments received. This documentation... View More
First owner died, has one living son. Second owner died with no descendants but has sister and brother.
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answered on May 11, 2024
Typically, if no will exists then the state’s intestacy statute would govern. If you have questions you should contact an attorney.
You will most likely need to open probate and resolve any property issues that way. For Tenants In Common, ownership typically passes without regard to the... View More
I contracted with a licensed company to repair and seal foundation cracks, insulate and encapsulate the crawl space of my home. They did seal a couple of cracks, but ignored others, they insulated the walls but not the rim joists. The plastic wasn't properly sealed and is coming apart in... View More
answered on May 8, 2024
This is exactly what your retainage is for. You can contract with the new company directly to complete the job, pay the new company, then give the old company notice that you are deducting the amount of that payment from your retainage. But, if the amount you pay the new contractor is less than... View More
Customer placed an order for custom goods per a proposal delivered via email. Customer submitted deposit through electronic invoice. Customer cancelled the order a month later. I was able to stop production and instead of keeping all deposit monies, I promised a partial refund. I have not yet paid... View More
answered on May 8, 2024
Under the Uniform Commercial Code, if a customer contracts with a merchant to make a special order and the goods cannot be completed a resold in a commercially reasonable manner, you should be entitled to your profit (including reasonable overhead) together with incidental damages, due allowance... View More
My partner is threatening to forcibly dissolve our LLC claiming I am not managing the short term rental correctly, which is not true.
answered on May 8, 2024
The first step would be to review the operating agreement and determine what if any provisions would apply. USe this information to attempt to settle the issue or proceed with a buy-out.
If you can't come to an agreed-upon resolution the next step would be filing a lawsuit to remove... View More
answered on May 6, 2024
Because your sister's probate attorney represents her--not you--you shouldn't expect that attorney to respond to requests from you for information about the estate. Talk directly to your sister. If she refuses to provide you with information, hire your own probate attorney to represent you.
I am the health care and financial power of attorney for my 87 year old father. He lives in the mountains in Colorado by himself and does not drive anymore. I have tried to convince him to move to a senior care facility but he doesn't think he needs it yet. He occasionally gets confused about... View More
answered on May 6, 2024
No. As the attorney in fact named in the POA, your fiduciary duty is to follow the instructions of your 87 year old father.
If your father gets to a point where he is mentally incompetent to make decisions for himself, you or another relative could apply to be appointed as your... View More
Hello, I purchased a vacant land property in Colorado (Park County) in 2016. The seller and I closed without a title company and recorded a deed in my name. I am now trying to sell the property via a title company. The title company now says that the deed that was recorded to me is missing the... View More
answered on May 5, 2024
You should first consider asking the new title agency since they will be the first gatekeeper as to what they will, or will not accept.
Your situation proves the point that nothing is a problem until it’s a problem which is precisely why having an attorney and a title company involved in... View More
I have a political sign in my classroom and want to know if they can make me take it down.
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answered on May 3, 2024
Aw, the question of does the 1st amendment apply in a classroom. The answer is that it depends. Private schools have no obligation to allow free speech. The 1st amendment only applies to government actors. Now some schools will permit such speech because it is good for the learning environment.... View More
Now lease agreement does not specifically addressed this issue.
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answered on May 3, 2024
That is rather odd. Some leases provide for the Landlord to handle security but video cameras interfering with the operation of the business may be an issue. You may want to contact an attorney.
This could be a breach of quiet enjoyment or the implied covenant of good faith. I have never... View More
With the last payment of 10 K, I told the shop owner that this is the last check, that if there is any balance, I would pay that when I pick the car up Originally, the owner of this shop told me the restoration would be between 70k and 100k- Were now over 135k (i've paid for parts) I... View More
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answered on May 3, 2024
Reach out to an attorney. Unfortunately, car shops are not famous for their use of clear service contracts. If you agreed upon a price you may be able to enforce it. More likely, you agreed to pay an hourly rate. Either way, you may need to consider taking the car back and taking it somewhere else.
I am recently divorced (1+ year) and share two children with my ex. We share split custody of our two children with no child support nor alimony. With this, my ex has continued to be verbally, mentally and emotionally abusive towards me and I am interested in determining what options I might have.
answered on May 2, 2024
Abusive to you or the kids? There are ways to limit contact or have contact monitored through platforms such as Our Family Wizard or Talking Parents. If the abuse you state relates to the children then you may consider a motion to modify parenting time. But, you will need to document and prove... View More
I am filing Pro Se as i sincerely do not have the funds for a lawyer, i sent in my paperwork and the trustee asked for my divorce decree, no problem! I am looking through it to send and my ex husband had filled out the paperwork, and yes i signed it. In the section asking if there was any debt my... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed in your situation, but you've made a proactive step by filing for bankruptcy. Regarding the divorce decree and the "no debt" answer, it's essential to clarify the circumstances to the trustee. The trustee's role is to... View More
I am filing Pro Se as i sincerely do not have the funds for a lawyer, i sent in my paperwork and the trustee asked for my divorce decree, no problem! I am looking through it to send and my ex husband had filled out the paperwork, and yes i signed it. In the section asking if there was any debt my... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2024
First, relax.
The Official forms of every bankruptcy case are signed by you under penalty of perjury, a serious crime. By all means, tell the truth on Bankruptcy filings.
Please rethink your decision to proceed in bankruptcy without counsel. And know that however engaging the... View More
I am filing Pro Se as i sincerely do not have the funds for a lawyer, i sent in my paperwork and the trustee asked for my divorce decree, no problem! I am looking through it to send and my ex husband had filled out the paperwork, and yes i signed it. In the section asking if there was any debt my... View More
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
It is nothing to worry about. Just give the trustee the paperwork, go to your 341a and answer any questions that the trustee ask you. Trustees are interested in assets that are worth something if they are sold to pay creditors. They are not interested in your debts or what may or may not have been... View More
The patient never made a will, nor had a POA. Her immediate family was involved throughout.
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
Based on the information available, it appears that a nurse in Colorado cannot legally stop life support on a patient without the family's consent. The Colorado End-of-Life Options Act provides a path for terminally ill patients to receive aid-in-dying medication from their physicians, but it... View More
Today our portfolio is valued at 75,000. We are retired and this has greatly impacted our retirement. I can’t believe a planner would loose this staggering amount for a couple in retirement. I know there were risks but that is why we trusted a planner. Our record keeping has not... View More
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answered on May 3, 2024
Stock trading is a risky business. That being said, financial planners typically are licensed and are subject to liability under a negligence standard. So if the financial planner was grossly negligent such as investing all your money into a single high-risk stock without telling you then they... View More
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