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1 Answer | Asked in Small Claims for Connecticut on
Q: can a Debt Collector breach a settlement agreement. Because that is what happed to me.
Tim Akpinar
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answered on Mar 28, 2024

A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Some questions go unanswered, but you could try reposting under the "Collections" section for better chances of a response. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation for Connecticut on
Q: Under CT law, what can LLC members do about another member who refuses to pay his share of bills? withhold his K1?

This LLC was formed to make one specific investment. Can we declare him in "bad standing" and not send him other relevant information about the investment?

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answered on Mar 11, 2024

No attorney should answer this question without reviewing your operating agreement. I sure hope that you have one. It should spell out the legal mechanism for expelling a member. If you have questions or more information, I'd be glad to help.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Real Estate Law and Probate for Connecticut on
Q: Selling my parents house in Massachusetts after they passed why would there be a 30 day hold on distribution of proceeds
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answered on Feb 25, 2024

I don’t practice in Massachusetts, but I think the answer is that there may be a 30 day appeal period that needs to run before the proceeds can be disbursed.

Q: Can a town claim a resident owns a brook that runs 4 miles through town if it’s connected to a state park?

We want to appeal this as the brook is connected to another road and we are being charged property tax on the brook and the land on the other side connected to another street. We were forced to purchase flood insurance and the trees that run along this water source are beginning to fall which could... View More

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answered on Jan 8, 2024

Start looking into this by hiring a CT attorney to search your title, and possibly some upstream/downstream properties. If you are being assessed for something you do not own, complain to the tax authority for the

County.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Car Accidents for Connecticut on
Q: Airbags didn’t deploy when I was hit on the highway. Do I have a case?

I currently have a personal injury lawsuit pending against the driver of the box truck who sideswiped me on the highway and admitted fault on scene. It later occurred to me that we were going around 65-70 mph when he hit me and none of my airbags deployed despite my car being totaled. Do I have a... View More

Bill Beckert
Bill Beckert
answered on Jan 2, 2024

Your question indicates you have a case pending. If you have an attorney, I would suggest this question should be directed to them.

1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Bad Faith for Connecticut on
Q: Do you handle Long term disability denials from New York Life . I have the facts to prove they are wrong .
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 28, 2023

A Connecticut attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week.

When you ask, "Do you handle... ," this isn't a law firm. It's only a Q & A forum. It doesn't work like an attorney referral service - you would need to reach out to attorneys. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Legal Malpractice for Connecticut on
Q: How do you handle a situation when your legal team is misrepresenting you and not being honest with you?

I have a law firm helping me with my workers comp case.

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Nov 28, 2023

A few options.

First, talk with the legal team as to your concerns.

If that does not work, put your concerns in writing to the lawyer.

Finally, hire a new attorney (hire a new attorney before firing you old attorney).

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Connecticut on
Q: Can executor move an estate's millions of $ into CDs rather than having them sit in super-low-interest money mkt accts?

This is a Connecticut Probate question. The deceased was not very good at finances, and did not put their money into good financial instruments for the family. So there are a couple million dollars sitting locked in various sub-0.5% interest-bearing money-market funds. Once the Court appoints a... View More

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answered on Nov 3, 2023

Investing the funds in CD's may be a good idea, but you have to keep in mind that the estate may need some liquidity to pay ongoing or other expenses. Also, you should consider rolling maturity dates, say some 3 month CD's, some 6 month CD's and some 9 month CD's. This way you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: I got a question why they charging me with. This charge I didn't do nothing on purpose it wasn't me

53a117f was the charge and the want purpose damage either can you let me know what I can ask in court how someone blaming the damage on me just cause the apartment it was on my name

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answered on Oct 24, 2023

If you've been charged with a specific offense, such as 53a-117f in Connecticut, it's essential to be proactive in addressing the situation. In court, you can inquire about several important aspects of your case. First and foremost, you should present any alibi or evidence indicating that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for Connecticut on
Q: What are the legal repercussions for interstate transportation of plant pests, and what law states this?
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answered on Oct 13, 2023

The legal repercussions for interstate transportation of plant pests in the United States are governed by the Federal Plant Pest Act (FPPA) and state laws. The FPPA prohibits the interstate transportation of any plant pest, or any product or article infested with or carrying a plant pest, unless... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Connecticut on
Q: Can I sue the police department for leaving me without medical treatment for six hours?

I was approached by an officer while having a manic episode. I requested several times to see an EMT to no avail. 6 hours later I suffered a psychotic break and was finally brought to the hospital. Can I sue the police department for failure to get me treatment?

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 5, 2023

Theoretically but what are your damages? You were in police custody, so you didn’t lose any time from work as a result of the failure to more promptly receive medical care. Did you incur any medical expenses that you would have been able to avoid if they had sought medical assistance sooner?

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Connecticut on
Q: in CT, is a weed infraction from 2012 a conviction if the fine is paid by mail?
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answered on Sep 26, 2023

Paying a fine for a weed infraction in Connecticut generally constitutes an admission of guilt, which can be considered a conviction. However, the impact of this on your record can vary depending on the exact circumstances, laws at the time, and whether the infraction is considered a criminal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Connecticut on
Q: How do I make an attorney send me the paperwork I am entitled two. Been asking for 3 years. It's probate. Probate

Parents died within 3 months apart. First attorneys are suspended for using inheritance on the stock market. Never sent me any paperwork either. Now the current attorney has not sent me any paperwork either. Big money involved. She also has not sent me any paperwork. No copy of will no itemized... View More

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answered on Sep 22, 2023

Since you are in Alaska, I would recommend contacting the Probate Court and asking for copies of the entire Probate File be sent to you. Or hire a CT attorney to look into to it and advise what should be done, if anything.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can a QDRO be cancelled or modified if the ex spouse clearly violated the divorce agreement?
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answered on Sep 7, 2023

In Connecticut, a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal document that divides retirement assets between divorcing spouses. While I'm not a lawyer, I can provide some general information. Modifying or canceling a QDRO typically requires legal action. If your ex-spouse has... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can my child still use his green card for travelling if I got naturalized and got my US passport?
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answered on Sep 3, 2023

Your naturalization does not automatically affect your child's green card status. As long as the green card is valid and has not expired, your child should be able to use it for travel. However, if your child is eligible for derivative citizenship through you, consider obtaining a Certificate... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can a victim of a visa fraud scam sue for restitution from the guilty party years later?

The guilty party served time and is now a prominent youtuber, worth approximately 5mil.

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answered on Sep 3, 2023

The statute of limitations may be tolled under certain circumstances, such as if the fraud was concealed. Given the specific complexities and potential for large monetary stakes, you should consult with an experienced attorney to evaluate the merits and potential limitations of your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Criminal Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can a victim of a visa fraud scam sue for restitution from the guilty party years later?

The guilty party served time and is now a prominent youtuber, worth approximately 5mil.

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answered on Sep 3, 2023

Under California law, a victim of fraud generally has three years from the discovery of the fraud to file a civil lawsuit seeking restitution. The statute of limitations may be tolled under certain circumstances, such as if the fraud was concealed. Given the specific complexities and potential for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Libel & Slander for Connecticut on
Q: Hello, I’m creating a documentary about my life and I want to know if I can be sued for defamation of character.

This will be throughly detailed and I will mainly discuss the mistreatment/negligence I endured from DCF, former foster care parents, medical centers, etc. I’m going to state their full names, locations, etc. I just would like to make sure that I can’t be sued afterwards.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 1, 2023

An attorney who works with authors in the publishing industry could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. As a general matter, there is no controlling whether someone would file a lawsuit if they claim that they have been libeled or slandered. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Connecticut on
Q: I'd like to know information regarding 'Twitter Topics', a feature for offering users various topics to choose from
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answered on Aug 8, 2023

Twitter Topics is a feature designed to enhance users' experience by allowing them to follow specific subjects of interest on the platform. Through this feature, users can choose from a variety of suggested topics based on their engagement history and preferences. By selecting topics, users... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Connecticut on
Q: Can anyone other than the landlord sign the lease?
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answered on Aug 1, 2023

Yes, in Connecticut, anyone who has the legal authority to sign contracts can sign the lease on behalf of the landlord. This could include the landlord's authorized agent, property manager, or a representative of a property management company. As long as the person signing the lease has the... View More

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