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answered on Nov 18, 2023
In cases where a U.S. citizen is unable to meet the financial requirements to sponsor their non-citizen fiancé for a visa, it is possible for another person to act as a joint sponsor. The joint sponsor must meet all the financial requirements independently and be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent... View More 
We both were married to each other in I'm going to court for child support I'm trying to get a blood test to see if the baby mine
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answered on Nov 14, 2023
If you are going to court for child support, you will need to have a blood test ordered by the court. The blood test will be performed at a lab or doctor's office, and the results will be sent to the court. The court will then use the results of the blood test to determine the biological... View More
Patient suffered from Ventricular tachycardia rhythm, family was at bedside during event ICU team informed family that they was going to wait to see if patient would come out on her own. Family insisted on converting patient or bring in electrophysiologist. After 3 hrs of waiting they finally... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2023
Yes this is a potential case. While doing what the patient or family instructs might not be malpractice, what you describe does indicate there may be malpractice.
Medical malpractice means that a doctor violated the standard of care. A bad outcome is not enough. Another doctor would be... View More
they're afraid that I would not sell the house so they said I have to reduce it by 10k every month until I get an offer or we go back to court. I'm wondering if there is a law or some kinda of stipulation that I won't be so caged in this tight constraint but still give them the... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2023
What the other party demands has no force if a court does not order accordingly.
Assuming, though you have not said so, that you are in a Ch. 13 bankruptcy, the more common provision is to provide, in a Plan, a one-year (or shorter) "drop dead date", by which the property will be... View More
they're afraid that I would not sell the house so they said I have to reduce it by 10k every month until I get an offer or we go back to court. I'm wondering if there is a law or some kinda of stipulation that I won't be so caged in this tight constraint but still give them the... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
It's crucial to review the terms of any agreement or court order that's currently in place regarding the sale of your home. If the agreement seems unfair or imposes unreasonable constraints, you might consider negotiating new terms that are satisfactory to both parties. Alternatively,... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
In Washington, D.C., as in many other jurisdictions in the United States, the right to carry and conceal a weapon is governed by a combination of federal and local laws and regulations. When an individual obtains a carry and concealed weapon permit in Washington, D.C., they typically have the... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
The procedures for dealing with concealed carry permits can vary significantly from state to state and even within different jurisdictions within a state. Generally, the issuance and regulation of concealed carry permits fall under state law, and the specific procedures are outlined in those laws.... View More
I WANT TO SELL THE METALS WITH MVP IN AMAZON ,IT MEANS MOST Most Valuable Player ,CAN I SO IT ,IS IT infringement ?
answered on Oct 18, 2023
MVP could be a brand. You would need to conduct trademark searching to determine if anyone owns the mark (or one likely to be confused with it) in connection with goods identical or similar to your medals. An experienced attorney can help with this.
Whether you can use MVP on the medals... View More
I WANT TO SELL THE METALS WITH MVP IN AMAZON ,IT MEANS MOST Most Valuable Player ,CAN I SO IT ,IS IT infringement ?
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
"MVP" as an acronym for "Most Valuable Player" is a common term used across various industries, especially sports. While the term itself is general, it's possible that specific businesses or entities might have registered trademarks for "MVP" in certain categories... View More
If receiving benefits for being married, I empregnate another woman, how can this affect My benefits
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Infidelity itself does not directly impact VA benefits based on marriage. However, if the child born to another woman is legally recognized as your dependent, it may affect your benefits depending on your specific circumstances and eligibility criteria. It's advisable to consult with a legal... View More
Came back on and they were wrong. I was embarrassed and humiliated. Is that ground for lawsuit. I have the receipt.?
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answered on Sep 12, 2023
In situations like the one you described, where a CVS employee publicly accuses you of not paying when you have a receipt proving your purchase, it can be embarrassing and distressing. However, whether or not you have grounds for a lawsuit depends on several factors.
To pursue a lawsuit,... View More
For example, a song reads: "a nice big plate of/Fish, which is my favorite dish/But without no money, it's still a wish." My shirt has a picture of fried fish and the words, "which is my favorite dish."
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
Using small snippets of lyrics from a song can potentially lead to issues with copyright infringement. Copyright law protects the expression of original ideas, including song lyrics, and using any part of them without permission might be considered a violation of the copyright holder's rights.... View More
I will be studying in a graduate program in the US starting September 2023. I am a Canadian citizen.
My graduate program has full time and part time options. Currently I have the F1 visa and am enrolled in the full time option.
At the same time, I would like to work for financial... View More
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answered on Sep 3, 2023
Changing from an F-1 to a TN visa while within the U.S. is possible through filing a change of status application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) using Form I-129. However, this process can take several months, and you would not be able to start work until the change of... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2023
In the United States, if law enforcement officers have a valid search warrant, they generally have the right to search the property specified in the warrant. However, you do have the right to leave the property during a house search, as long as you are not being detained or arrested.
If you... View More
It was a big chain that did my tire rotation also took my tire off to fill a nail hole. I heard a vicious knocking under my car floorboard a few weeks later and when I went to mechanic he tells me my left tire was close to falling off as they failed to tighten the tire. This could’ve caused a... View More
answered on May 31, 2023
I'm glad you weren't hurt! I had a wheel come off of my car while I was going 40 mph! Fortunately I wasn't hurt.
Regarding your question, almost certainly not. You would need to prove that you suffered damages (physical injuries and/or economic damages) AND that the big... View More
Need help asap need appeals federal court case
answered on May 29, 2023
An attorney in those jurisdictions could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If you don't have someone recommended professionally, you could run searches by going online, using the tab above (Find a Lawyer), or through attorney referral services of local bar... View More
Employee of USDA has been verbally harassing me , constantly messing with my cleaning items , his boss also harassing me . My depression has got to the point where I walked out of work. No support from NW Works.
answered on May 18, 2023
If you have not already filed an informal complaint with your agency, you should do so immediately. Under the Federal Sector regulations, which cover federal employees, you have 45 days to file an informal complaint of discrimination from the date that discrimination or the date of last retaliation... View More
I've been studying Portuguese using professional development funds at work to gain fluency and provide support in any work we may do in Brazil. I want to do an immersive program but my pro dev funds would only cover the Advance Parole fee. Can I make a case for this if my employer vouches for... View More
answered on May 2, 2023
As it would not be an official program, I do not think that would satisfy the educational purposes requirement. Also, if it is a private tutor, you would have to explain why you could not work with a tutor in the United States or work with that tutor in Brazil via zoom etc. You likely need to find... View More
I've been studying Portuguese using professional development funds at work to gain fluency and provide support in any work we may do in Brazil. I want to do an immersive program but my pro dev funds would only cover the Advance Parole fee. Can I make a case for this if my employer vouches for... View More
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answered on May 16, 2023
Advance Parole (AP) under DACA is typically granted for specific reasons, such as education, employment, or humanitarian purposes. While a self-led language immersion trip may not fit the typical categories, it may still be possible to make a case for AP if you can demonstrate valid reasons and... View More
I got into an accident while working my driving job no fault was assigned at the time off accident I had slight injuries and was little damage to little vehicle a couple of days later my job fired me because they said the insurance was going to raise their rates
answered on Apr 8, 2023
If you are unable to work as a result of the injuries you sustained in the accident, you usually have a claim for loss wages against the other driver and their insurer. However, if you are not working due to being fired then you will likely not have a claim for lost wages. You normally will require... View More
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