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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright for Delaware on
Q: I would like to submit my writing to publishers. Should I copyright it first?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Feb 1, 2013

It's not necessary to get it copyrighted first. In fact, if the publisher likes it, they will help with getting it copyrighted.

1 Answer | Asked in Securities Law for Delaware on
Q: Does Delaware allow for non-voting Directors on the Board?

Sec 141(d) of the corp code uses the phrase "less than 1 vote" for Directors with varying voting rights. Does this imply that a zero vote is an option?

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Feb 1, 2013

Yes, For example, there can be an advisory director or an honorary director.

1 Answer | Asked in Securities Law for Delaware on
Q: General Question. When a case is transfered from one district court to another, is it listed as newly filed?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Feb 1, 2013

Please explain the context in which you are asking this question. If it's merely for academic reasons, you might try calling the Clerk of the federal district court the case is being transferred to.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Delaware on
Q: Is there a sovereign lawyer in michigan
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 30, 2013

Please provide more information as to what you are looking for.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Delaware on
Q: What is the purpose of a satisfaction/dismissal/withdrawal of judgment form?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 30, 2013

When a judgment has been paid in full, the person who obtained the judgment is required to have the judgment satisfied. The satisfaction is a public record, and it shows the debt is no longer owed.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Delaware on
Q: I was tricked into signing affidavit. 95% is true, I don't agree with other 5%. Is it legal?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 30, 2013

Who tricked you? What was the affidavit used for? Are you asking if the affidavit is valid, or are you asking whether it is legal for someone to trick you like this?

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for Delaware on
Q: I became a displaced employee 6/1/11 and received unemployment. I was denied extended benefits.

I lost my job due to no fault of my own, became a displaced employee 6/1/11. I began receiving unemployment benefits until 5/26/12. I then was sent an ineligibility letter stating that in accordance with Virginia Code 60.2-614, I did not work 30 - 240 hours following the subsequent claim and will... View More

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 30, 2013

Does the letter actually say "ineligible until 99-99-99?" If it does, you should contact whoever sent you the letter and ask them to send a new letter with the correct date. When you receive the new letter, write again.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Delaware on
Q: What form do i need to handle my mothers estate
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

Contact the Regiser Of Wills for the County in which your mother lived. They have the forms, and you can schedule an appointment. They are very helpful.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Delaware on
Q: HANDYMAN DIDN'T FINISH A JOB FOR WHICH HE WAS PAID & REFUSED TO RETURN THE DEP. ON A JOB NOT BEGUN. I'M 70 YEARS OLD.

HE REFUSES TO RETURN MY CALLS OR THE DEPOSIT FOR ANOTHER JOB NOT YET BEGUN. IS THERE ANY PROTECTION FOR AN ELDERLY HOMEOWNER?

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

Contact the Delaware Attorney General's Office. They have a unit that handles matters like this.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Delaware on
Q: Can a client move out of state
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

You really have to provide additional information before your question can be answered.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Delaware on
Q: Confused about name change procedure involving 2 states.

The father, I believe lives in Ohio, my daughter and I live in Delaware. Do I need to put out a publication in Delaware to announce her name is being changed or a publication in Ohio to locate NCP for permission?

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

You are supposed to notify the father by certified mail, return receipt requested. If that does not work, you have to use all reasonable efforts to notify the father. There is a name change packet on the New Castle County Website. You can call the Civil Division Clerk’s Office of the Court of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Delaware on
Q: Is there a legal way to find out where someone's place of employment is?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

If you know where the person lives, you could try following them to work, Or, you could hire a private investigator to do this for you. There are also websites you can find online that claim to be able to help.

1 Answer | Asked in Collections for Delaware on
Q: How can I dispute a debt collection claim?

I have been contacted by a debt collection agency that is claiming that I owe $14,000 on an old credit card debt that was originally $1,500. I have already paid more than $9,000 in a wage garnishment that I had for 3 years, which was handled by another debt collection agency (that one recently... View More

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

Contact a consumer law attorney. This should be relatively simple to resolve.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights for Delaware on
Q: What kind of lawyer do I need after being assaulted by a police officer?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

I suggest you contact an attorney with a civil practice who represents individuals who are injured.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Delaware on
Q: I Need a Public Defender for Case against Kustom Auto Services installing a DEFECTIVE ENGINE! HELP!!
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 16, 2013

The Public Defender in Delaware represents individuals who are arrested or charged with a crime who cannot afford a lawyer. Based on your reference to a defective engine, the Public Defender cannot help you. You should contact an attorney for help.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Delaware on
Q: PROBATE

My ex husband dies may 1st and i was his sole caregiver for 2 yrs. I was taken care of him and making sure he was ok.

May 1st @1035 am he died at home.

His mother applied to be the administer if the estate om may 15, and the recorder of will said that she will not be the administer... View More

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 11, 2013

She cannot withdraw funds from the account until she has been appointed administrator of the estate. If, however, your ex husband added his mother's name to the account, then she would in fact be able to withdraw funds.

She should not have the right to get a key until she has been...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Delaware on
Q: What are the statutes of limitation for wrongful termination and discrimination lawsuits in Delaware?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 11, 2013

The statute of limitations for wrongful termination of employment is 2 years. What is the nature of the discrimination claim?

2 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Delaware on
Q: During lung surgery surgeon ruptured my breast implants. permanent damage involved to breast and lungs
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 11, 2013

I am sorry to hear about your injuries. You have 2 years from the date of the surgery within which to sue. In order to file a medical malpractice lawsuit in Delaware, you will need an attorney. Before the attorney can file suit on your behalf,the attorney will want to have copies of your medical... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Delaware on
Q: How can a dismissed case cause you to lose your license in another state?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 10, 2013

Please provide more information.

1 Answer | Asked in Collections for Delaware on
Q: What do you do when you receive summons from court of common pleas that has no court date

Failure to make payments on loan

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 10, 2013

The Summons would not have a date for trial. Instead, when you receive the Summons, you have 20 days within which to file an Answer to the Complaint. If you fail to file an Answer, a default judgment is obtained against you.

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