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Can a partial release of an easement be acquired and not held against those whose actual property is not adjacent to the original easement in question?
My driver's license is expired. I tried renewing online and was told I needed to show a copy of my birth certificate. I do not have a "valid" copy of a birth certificate. For those who are not aware, the Florida DMV is currently in the same state of collapse as most of their other... View More 
answered on Aug 4, 2020
Are you indicating that you have neither? How old are you?
I am eligible under the Care's Act for PUA as a 1099 worker. I was also eligible for unemployment as a 1040 worker. I received back pay for unemployment but not the PUA funds. The DEO is not communicating with me, and can not answer my questions, friends from other states have already received... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2020
No, DEO is not "committing fraud." Since DEO is the final decision-maker as to whether or not you are entitled to the extra money given to DEO under the CARES Act I strongly suggest that you stop fighting with them and just wait for the DEO bureaucracy to catch up with the thousands of... View More
answered on Apr 27, 2020
Once you have a notice from the Social Security Administration (SSA) denying your claim for disability benefits, you have 60 days to appeal by stating in writing that you disagree with the determination that SSA made. You can find the forms used for appeal at... View More
"The developer shall organiz the association. The board of directors shall consist of no more than 20 and not less than 3 directors. Prior to turnover the developer shall have the right to control the association and shall not be required to submit any matters to the members for a vote of... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2020
Florida Statute 720.307 provides in pertinent part that:
"... —With respect to homeowners’ associations:
(1) Members other than the developer are entitled to elect at least a majority of the members of the board of directors of the homeowners’ association when the... View More
We have a pageant that has been in our community for over 30 years! Its never been filed as an official entity or organization. It has always been ran by different volunteers within the community. I know for several years our local Chamber sponsored the pageant. Then there was a issue with... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2020
You definitely need to consult with an attorney.
Anybody can own a pageant and call it anyway they want.
The question is whether it is exclusive, and if what you do, your work, is owned by somebody else.
Check if they ever signed or got a contract from somebody.
Even... View More
I know legitimate places exist for this but I am seeing sites saying their lawyers will help me with this and they are only entitled to payment if we win the appeal but I'm skeptical. I do not exactly know what I'm talking about but that just doesn't sound like something a lawyer... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2020
You raise good points, but in the end, the only person who can ultimately make such an important decision is yourself. You will have to contact lawyers, and after speaking with them, decide for yourself who you prefer in terms of skill, experience, and your trust and confidence in them. Good luck... View More
The end of Oct 2019 I was forced to quit my job at Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles due to being evicted, my car being totaled, and having to move to my mom’s in Hollywood. I had spoken with my employer regarding the strong possibility I would need to transfer because I was on the verge of losing my... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2020
If you make your unemployment insurance claim, chances are that you will be deemed to qualify.
We have no idea of any financial particulars other than she has no outside income other than social security and we are not in a position to help
answered on Feb 9, 2020
Unless someone in your family steps up and gets involved you and the rest of the family might not like the outcome of this situation. Take up a collection and go find out what needs to be done.
I received a motion that my very bad attorney said nothing about and that was on the 5th and I went into the hospital for cancer surgury right after. My ex has been fraudulently receiving medicaid benefits while she has been running a lucrative side business and I have the PI reports. I have never... View More
answered on Dec 25, 2019
Even if your attorney has moved to withdraw, she is still obligated to respond to this motion until her motion is granted. Condition your consent to withdrawal upon your being given sufficient time to find another attorney and for that attorney to respond to the pending motion.
I was working for a company and I got ill and I was not able to work for two months. My FMLA was exhausted and my short term disability claim was denied. My employer decided to terminate me after the two months. I filed for unemployment and the benefits were denied or the following reason: THE... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2019
This is a hard area and the DEO changes its official and unofficial policies often. I would appeal the decision and attend the telephone hearing. Although at one point DEO tried to change their policy to say if you could not work due to illness you were ineligible, some hearing officers seems to... View More
It has been over a year already since Irma hurricane and my mother has yet received any services for the damages. Her case remains open but my day to day concern is that her inside roof is falling and at any time can collapse. The insurance tell me you need to contact your property management and... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2019
Consult with a property attorney who deals with hurricane damage.
My father is retired, lives in Florida and receives social security benefits. In 2015 At age 64(was on ssid) he was admitted to the ER in New York (state funded hospital) while on vacation for heart related issues. Had no insurance at the times as he had been placed on social security disability... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2018
Generally, under Florida law, SSI cannot be garnished. However, without knowing why the NY AG sued him and because a state agency is involved, and not a private creditor, the benefits may be able to taken by other means. He should contact his county legal aid office to see if he can get some legal... View More
She says just because I'm pregnant that doesn't mean the food stamps would be mine. That I still live under her roof and that they belong to her.
answered on Oct 9, 2017
I think your mother is right. She has the duty to support you and thus your food stamp application would probably be in her behalf.
discriminated against and denied help and funds what can you what are your rights
answered on Aug 19, 2017
There is simply not enough information to answer your question. Also. Your situation appears to be very fact specific as well. Your need to consult with an attorney in your area face to face.
Knowing the accusation is false and being done out of vindictiveness.
answered on Aug 4, 2016
Well, depends on the "threat." If the person did sell their food stamps, then there is an element of extortion if certain things happen. However, the person who sold food stamps has some exposure.
I am a single mom of 3, one of which is special needs, its only us. The only income I recieve is my sons SSI and that isnt much and of course SNAP/Medicaid. I don't have a vehicle or any source of transportation. I am currently staying with family but that is really hard also because its my... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2016
I'm assuming if you got snap and MA they would have signed you up for aid to families with dependent children (ADC) if you haven't already got it. You should check with SSI to see as you are the caretaker relative for the child if you can get a spousal benefit. Otherwise talk to Legal... View More
I am court ordered to pay for the insurance, and I have done so for years. I am just wondering if there are any legal ramifications for just using her Medicaid that she already receives instead of pay for private insurance that I am not even happy with.
answered on Jun 21, 2016
You would have to move to modify the court order requiring you to buy health insurance.
My daughter has sunshine state health through Medicaid. She receives free transportation for her and her daughter to go to medical appts. My issue is that on one of her transportation times recently, the driver told her she had to hold my 2.5 month old grand child in her arms for the entire trip... View More
answered on Jun 17, 2016
You indicate that you have complained to Sunshine Health/ Medicaid. You might also notify your congressional representatives and senators. Notify your Florida legislative representatives and senators. Notify the governor. This isn't problem that can be solved by a lawsuit, if that is what... View More
However, I'm getting paid through 7/31.
answered on May 26, 2016
So you can file after August 1. Note that there are strict filing deadlines.
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