It depends on your parenting plan/financial plan. You've mentioned there is no formal court order or agreement on vehicle expenses, but often there can be a general provision that states the parties will share or pay equally all reasonable and necessary expenses if the parties' child... View More

It depends what your court order says. If you have joint physical custody, you likely have some provisions about sharing certain expenses for your teen. This often, but not always, includes car insurance if the teen is driving.

If you allowing the teen to regularly drive a different... View More

In some circumstances, employment law does allow the employment contract to include an employee having a duty to pay back the employer for on-the-job training costs or the cost of schooling that the employee received for free from the employer with the idea that it will be at no cost to the... View More

I don't know enough about the specifics of your situation to give you specific advise. However, in general, when you agree that you owe the other party due to an agreement, it often makes sense to pay the amount that you agree that you owe. Then it is up to the other party to see if they... View More

If you are the legal guardian and need help applying for the child's passport, you can call the number of the State Department's website to see if they can help you with your question regarding the form. You may need to be prepared to be placed on hold for a long time, but you should be... View More

You would need to speak with an attorney about your specific situation and if there is an exception in your specific situation. In general, if the utilities continue to be in your name, you are responsible for the utilities, even if another family member is the person actually using the utilities.... View More

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answered on Feb 23, 2024

In this situation, it's important to review the terms of the lease agreement between your daughter and the landlord regarding utility payments. Typically, lease agreements outline who is responsible for utility bills during the tenancy period. If the lease specifies that the tenant (your... View More

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answered on Feb 23, 2024

In your situation, it's important to gather all documentation related to the agreement you had with your father-in-law, including any written contracts, receipts of payments made, and correspondence discussing the terms of repayment and transfer of the deed. This evidence will be crucial in... View More

Your options depending on whether you followed the legal formalities to register and properly document your secured collateral/lien on the vehicle. If you did, then you have the remedies available to other secured creditors, which can include repossession. If you did not follow the legal... View More

There are a number of options. One commonly used method is to offer a vehicle loan and have the vehicle as the secured collateral for the loan. You need to file the same requirements as to registering your loan and the paperwork as do other secured lenders. You would be subject to the same... View More

Under contract law, most of the time the Court can enforce a contract even if the terms are not written down (oral contract). There are exceptions to this. Sometimes when the Court finds that there is an enforceable oral contract it is still up to the Court to determine what exactly the terms are... View More

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answered on Dec 25, 2023

You should consider taking the following steps to address your concerns:

Review Documents: Request copies of all lease agreements and financial records related to the pasture from your brother. Insist on transparency and access to all relevant paperwork.

Consult an Attorney: Seek... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2025

In most situations, the company that received the payment from your employer cannot sue you directly to recover that money. Their legal relationship is with your employer, not with you, so unless you personally caused them harm outside of your job duties, they don’t typically have standing to sue... View More

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answered on May 8, 2025

The "best way" depends on a number of factors and preferences that are not fully developed in your question, but you can accomplish protecting an unmarried partner through a trust, a deed with joint tenancy with right of survivorship, possibly a transfer on death deed, powers of attorney,... View More

You generally can't hold someone's mail because you believe that person owes you money. Tampering with someone's mail sent via USPS can come with stiff consequences under federal law. If you believe someone is holding or opening your mail illegally, you may want to contact your... View More

In general contract terms, you can't just decide to not finish up payments on a contract, return the item, and ask for your money back. However, you could speak with the other party to see what terms they would agree to amend to.

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answered on Jul 27, 2023

It will be expensive and difficult to sue her now in TX, which will require a TX attorney. If you get a Judgment, then collection will be difficult. She probably knows this.

It depends on the specific terms of your contract or bonus. You would need to consult with an attorney directly and review the specific terms and documents in your situation.

If the applicable laws are the same in Nebraska and Oregon, then it may not cause issues, although it potentially could. If problems arise or the applicable laws are not the same, they you may be inviting issues. If you don't think the lease is correct, then review it with an attorney before... View More

It would depend on the specific terms of how you qualifying for bonuses.