answered on Sep 22, 2023
It means another party filed a cancellation proceeding, which is a legal proceeding that attempts to cancel the mark on one or more grounds. In this particular case, it looks like that cancellation proceeding ended in December 2022. The cancellation request was denied, meaning that it is still a... View More 
I was the victim of a stabbing about 20 years ago. It still mentally affects me to this day. It has also affected where I would be financially, my work progress and status, and my overall quality of life. The perpetrator was caught quickly since I knew him and was placed in a mental facility for... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2023
Sorry to hear about your ordeal. I can tell you generally what the limitations period would be in a situation like this, but any question on the limitations period for an incident causing damage to you is a question asking for specific legal advice to rely on - which cannot be answered in this... View More
Husband owner his own business and never wanted wife to work. Hes now withholding money to basically control her.
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
There are several relevant factors needed to properly answer your question. How long have you been married? How old are the children now? Did you work prior to having children? How old are you? Generally, moving forward, if you are able the court will expect you to work at something. You should... View More
Palm Port Apts in North Port, FL. Everyone is having the same confusing issue.
answered on Sep 21, 2023
Only if the lease says the landlord can do it. Ask the manager which lease provision permits rental increase during the lease term. If not permitted under the lease, you may want to hire an attorney to send a letter, or if you cannot afford that because you're indigent, contact your local... View More
I stopped receiving worker’s compensation about a year and a half ago but social security is telling me that I’m receiving it still and they never removed me from their system. That is affecting my social security case. What can I do to correct this?
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
You should contact your local Social Security office to provide them with documentation showing that your worker's compensation benefits have ceased. They will need this information to update their records and resolve the discrepancy affecting your Social Security case. It's important to... View More
The Social Security Office contacted me and informed me that they've backdated my application from 2015 to 2019 due to my ongoing struggle with ADHD, which has significantly impacted my ability to work since late 2018. Unfortunately, my current living situation has made it financially... View More
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
Whether an attorney will take your Social Security Disability case depends on various factors, including the strength of your medical and supporting evidence, the severity of your condition, and the specific circumstances of your case. While the lack of recent medical treatment can present... View More
The developer of my condohotel building retained control over all amenities. We pay a percent to use them and a percent of desk employee salaries. He shut down the pool, gym, parking garage and fired employees saying we owe him a million as well as wants the percent increased. This has gone on over... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2023
You need to hire a community association lawyer to review your Declaration of Condominium, Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws.After a review of these documents a lawyer will be able to tell you if you have a case. You should also submit a certified letter, return receipt requesting to inspect... View More
I have an upcoming hearing for a injunction that was filed against me, I haven’t violated the order whatsoever and have been waiting for my court date, the opposing counsel made an offer for a one-way contact order, I’m trying to figure out what that means
answered on Sep 20, 2023
Typically, this creates an avenue for a respondent (person who has been served the injunction) to communicate with a a petitioner (person seeking the injunction) for limited purposes. Unless you filed an injunction back at them, the contact order is already one-way (The petitioner is not legally... View More
I added my parents, my wife and child and me as 5 household in i-864 for my wives sponsorship. My daughter is an abroad born American Citizen with US passport, I added her as a dependent on the i-864. By adding her as a dependent, the household size is 5, Do i need to add her to that i-864, 1st... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2023
Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent and experienced immigration attorney who can view the documents. Many attorneys offer online video consultations. You should note that when using assets to make up for insufficient income, it is not a straight formula where, for example, if you... View More
I added my parents, my wife and child and me as 5 household in i-864 for my wives sponsorship. My daughter is an abroad born American Citizen with US passport, I added her as a dependent on the i-864. By adding her as a dependent, the household size is 5, Do i need to add her to that i-864, 1st... View More
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
If your child is a U.S. citizen and already has a U.S. passport, you generally would not need to include her as a dependent on the Form I-864 for your wife's sponsorship, as she is not seeking an immigrant visa. However, regarding your parents' Form I-864A, the inclusion of your little... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2023
To find out if someone has filed a court case against you, particularly if it involves a family matter, you can search your name on the clerk of court website in the county where you reside or where the cause of action occurred. This should provide you with the necessary information.
My brother and his wife have harassed me repeatedly. They claim that I sent an arrest report to his wife’s employer. The arrest report was entirely accurate and all public information, but they call it stalking.
I had not seen this woman in nearly five years. The email they cited does... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2023
Your inquiry is unclear as to whether you are in domestic violence court or in a lawsuit for money damages, or both. In any event, where you can get help is (A) this website, by clicking on the Find a Lawyer tab at the top left, then searching for a lawyer in your geographic area who handles the... View More
As mentioned above, three people are on the lease house. I took out a loan so my in-laws could get a home. They now live in that house. However the name on the house is me, my wife and her mother. If someone wanted to sell the home what would happen. How would this be divided? We never had anything... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
If one of you wanted to sell the home, the proceeds would be divided three ways, equally. As I understand it, you, your wife, and her mother own the property and your mother-in-law, and her husband live in the house. The house could be sold subject to the lease (if all three owners agree), but... View More
My friend's daughter and my daughter are friends. The mother of another child texted my friend bashing my 9 yr old daughter. I've never even met this child or her mom, but this mom has been spreading nasty comments about my daughter to several people in our community. I have text proof of... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. At this point, you could reach out to local attorneys who handle defamation matters. However, it's worth keeping in mind that even if a situation meets a textbook definition of libel or slander, many law firms... View More
With help from my family I was able to escape an extremely abusive marriage. I’ve been living alone, in hiding from my estranged Husband for the past two years while my lawyer has been working to overcome my Husband’s (& his Counsel’s) deliberate delays as well as both of them obstructing... View More
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answered on Sep 18, 2023
In Florida, it is typically permissible for your husband's lawyer to contact your landlord, especially if it is relevant to the ongoing legal proceedings. However, given your concerns about privacy and safety, it's important to take steps to protect yourself. First, discuss your concerns... View More
Each agency shall provide for a review, when requested by the applicant or employee, of any denial of employment or promotion for reasons of noncompliance with selective service registration requirements.
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answered on Sep 18, 2023
To potentially work for the state of Florida without Selective Service registration, contact the specific agency of interest to inquire about their policies and whether they consider your circumstances, including the SIL letter, when making employment decisions. The Selective Service System... View More
My children have missed their prescribed weekend with me three times in the last 2 months. I believe this makes it necessary to file for her to be held in contempt. She also started working recently, as she was formerly on disability, so I need to renegotiate child support as well.
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answered on Sep 18, 2023
To find pro bono legal assistance for child support and custody matters in Florida, you can start by reaching out to local legal aid organizations, the Florida Bar Association's pro bono program, and nearby law schools that may have clinics or programs offering free legal services.... View More
What should I do I was terrified and scared to go to sleep I stayed up the entire night.My daughter literally scratched until blood was coming out her arms from the bed bugs.I asked for a full refund the owner said no and denied that there were any bugs when I have videos and pictures of the bugs... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
You must review AirBnb's terms and conditions for resolving disputes. They have a process that you agreed to when you reserved the unit. That process entails first contacting the unit owner with your proposal for resolving the issue (for example, demanding a full refund), then there are... View More
never charged for expired tag but did give me a ticket for dwls hto, is that legal? im taking it to trial.
answered on Sep 18, 2023
The expired tag gave the officer probable cause to make a valid stop. Then, your license was suspended, so yes, that is legal. You really should have a lawyer to help you defend your case, if you don't have one already.
(not intended to be legal advice, since I do not have all the... View More
He has been working here in the USA for 10 years paying taxes and has a Social security card. Will that help him be able to sponsor himself?
answered on Sep 17, 2023
Section 8 is considered a means tested public benefit and cannot be counted towards the minimum income level required on the affidavit of support form. Your husband’s income cannot be counted unless he has permission to work. If you cannot qualify to be his financial sponsor due to insufficient... View More
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