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2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Business Law and Education Law for Florida on
Q: Greeting, How can I get a service from a lawyer for free of charge? Thank you very much.
Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on May 31, 2019

Why on earth do you "want a service" from a lawyer? What do you have in mind?

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1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: Is it legal to put fake names, birthdays, and answering not honestly for a valentines day matching survey?

It costs $3 each for a fundraiser for school

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Feb 12, 2019

In a word, yes. It's not illegal to lie to a non-governmental institution, at least if it's not under oath.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: Is it illegal not to answer questions from a police officer in high school?

The police officer questioned me in school, I wasn't purposesly trying to avoid questions, and she said that was illegal for obstructing justice. I thought there was the 5th amendment? Maybe rights are limited in schools.

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Feb 9, 2019

You can refuse to answer if what you would say would tend to incriminate you. No, you still have your constitutional rights in school.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Education Law for Florida on
Q: Can I do activities with my child in school as a felon?

Meth charges

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answered on Nov 8, 2018

That is up to the school.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: Is it legal for an elementary private school (In Florida) to force you to pay for their Tuition insurance plan?

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Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Aug 23, 2018

Certainly; If you don't want to pay for the insurance, don't enroll.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Education Law for Florida on
Q: Can I fight for custody of my 11 year old son and have him returned to Florida?

My 11 yr old on was removed from the state of Florida 2 years after court visitation was in place. He moved to Missouri. Since the move I am missing every other Thanksgiving or Spring break. Moreover, this summer I will lose over a month of visitation. He moved with no consent or court order. I... View More

Scott Michael Weiss
Scott Michael Weiss
answered on Jun 19, 2018

A lot of this depends on what court orders are in place , and what if anything has been filed in the past 2 years.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law and Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Can I sue the school for failing to protect my child?

My daughter is 9 anf in the fourth grade. She has been being bullied by a class mate for her weight looks clothes and having two moms. He has put his hands on my daughter so I went to the school about the situation and they said they would handle it. Two weeks later same child kicked my daughter in... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Apr 20, 2018

If the school was on notice that your child was being bullied and failed to stop the problem, then the school may be liable. In addition the parents of the bully may also be liable. Discuss in private with counsel.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: I was promised a well-paying job after graduation from Full Sail University, but now I am unemployed

Upon researching my University I discovered it is a for-profit school and only nationally accredited. So my degree is not taken seriously by every employer. Thus I am unable to find work anywhere.

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Mar 30, 2018

And, I assume, you are looking for an attorney to represent you in litigation against the university. Search for an attorney who emphasizes such litigation in your area.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: Can an 18 year old be forced to stay in school or can he live with his mother in another state

My sons father is telling him since he will not graduate this year (even though he will be 18) he will not be able to move back to Florida with the mother.

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Feb 13, 2018

18 is the age of majority in most states, including Florida. As an adult he can live with whichever parent will have him, and the other parent cannot object. Since you have not stated where he is now, I suppose it's possible that the truancy laws of his present location can require him to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law and Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: if a 18 year old gets a 16 year old pregnant but they’re both still in high school can the 18 year old go to jail ?
Lori E. Arons
Lori E. Arons
answered on Feb 6, 2018

This is not an education law question, it is a criminal law question. I am not licensed in Florida, but did find on the web the following:

"The Florida Age of Consent is 18 years old. In the United States, the age of consent is the minimum age at which an individual is considered...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Education Law and Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Is it legal for a hs officer -who did not witness the event- to issue a county citation on the word of a teacher?

They attempted and succeeded in entrapment for this minor once in the administrations waiting room-they used this tobacco device, the student willingly turned over to them when asked, to bait him into explaining how this device turns on/off ! He responded with ‘i dont know’ he was then pressed... View More

Andy Wayne Williamson
Andy Wayne Williamson
answered on Jan 30, 2018

I understand your frustration, but this is more complex of a situation than can be handled via this type of online forum. You do not state your relationship to the minor, but if you desire to do something the clock is ticking as the schools policies and procedures likely set a short window of time... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Collections and Education Law for Florida on
Q: I am considering settling a school loan debt for less than the amount. How wil this effect next year's taxes?
Barry W. Kaufman
Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Jan 15, 2018

It's possible you could receive a 1099 for the difference of the amount you owed and the settlement amount. That difference is taxed as income. Talk to a tax professional.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Education Law for Florida on
Q: Do I have a decent case on my hands?

I have recently attended a University in February 2016 to February 2017. I was unsatisfied with the school and decided to recently go to a different university to finish out my BSN. When I called to receive my transcripts they have no record of me attending for my bachelors. However, I logged on... View More

Andy Wayne Williamson
Andy Wayne Williamson
answered on Jan 3, 2018

Yes. Consult with an attorney on this issue. That is a good first step.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Education Law for Florida on
Q: Can a 19 year old get kicked out of the house and still goes to high school
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Dec 21, 2017

It would depend upon the rules and regulations of the local school board.

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Q: Could i get into trouble for skipping school in florida if i am 19
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Dec 12, 2017

No. The truancy laws in Florida only apply to students under the age of 16.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Family Law and Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Okay. My friend is 16 he doesnt have a high school dep. Or GED. No licence. Lives in florida. He had a daughter with 19

Year old girl. Who took his daughter out of state. He wants to see his daughter she wont let him. No custody arrangement an no legal emancipation for the 16 yr old. Mom of 16 yr old unstable. Whats his rights. Where shoukd he begin.

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Dec 11, 2017

He should probably begin by contacting an attorney in the state where the mother and daughter are located. If he sues for visitation, and the daughter has been in another state for at least six months, he would have to sue there.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Education Law for Florida on
Q: My son was Baker Acted by his school today and no one from the school called me. The school has all my phone numbers

My son is a diabetic and when his sugars are high he sometimes gets depressed . If they would have called me I feel we could have avoided the Baker Act. I feel like he is being punished for doing what we told him to do which is to go talk to someone when you feel down.And that's what he did he... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Nov 17, 2017

And what are your damages, exactly?

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: Im 17 amd will be 18 in December. Can my school take my license for absences due to severe migraines and doc appointmet

I have missed 16 days of school since August due to nuerology appointments. I have also woken up with severe headaches where i cant get out if bed and attend school. My grades are good but my school said they may take my license. Are they allowee to take my license for missing school due to an... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Nov 9, 2017

What sort of a license is the school taking?

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law for Florida on
Q: Can a school allow "hearsay" in witness statements from students when describing an incident?

The new HS band director is an ex-military bully. I've made complaints, my son has stood up to him, and the principal loves him because he is also former military. The teacher prompted some students to fill out witness statements that included lies, exaggerations, and hearsay (I heard he said... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Nov 2, 2017

A school is not a court of law. Therefor hearsay is allowed.

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