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I hired a lawyer in 2020 because I was trying to take my ex to court for custody. My case kept getting pushed back and rescheduled for years. I didn't see the inside of court room till may 2023. My lawyer gave very little reasoning behind it. Every other time I would talk to my law firm they... View More 
answered on Feb 8, 2024
You might have a case for legal malpractice or a fee dispute. Consult with experienced legal malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred. You can search for attorneys at Justia.com
Multiple drugs were photographed in plain site.
answered on Jan 23, 2024
Any time a child dies, it's tragic. Certainly, there may be a civil case (personal injury case) of some sort here, but it's hard to tell based on these facts alone. For the parent(s) or guardian of the child, a civil suit is something you could discuss with an experienced attorney. I... View More
We have a generational family land, that our family has used and incorporated sugar cane into a lifestyle for a lot of families in Georgia. The land is worth a fortune, but looking to license is the best route.
answered on Jan 20, 2024
Unless you have produced a new crop variety, then very probably , no.
The best way to go to protect your brand is trademark.
There are other options.
This is complecatted stuff. You need to talk with a proper IP attorney.
Good luck.
Adam Bell
www.bell-iplaw.com
There was a ruling for the change in facts and circumstances. The plaintiff was arrested and wasn't able to go back home for over a year the defendant has paid the bills for the home. However the funds was not explain to the court that it was money stolen from the plaintiff.
answered on Jan 16, 2024
It would appear that these questions are inquiries you should make directly with your attorney. Because it would appear that you had an attorney who was representing you in this case.
No formal written agreement exists
I have receipts for property being held
answered on Jan 12, 2024
Depending on what the property is and how it was obtained (ie- joint finances or separate finances), a demand letter could be sent to attempt to resolve outside of court. If no resolution, a lawsuit could be filed.
Divorce final decree and parenting plan+ Child support is in place . Divorce final settlement agrrement was with no alimony as both the parties were independent financially. However,How do we protect ourselves from either of the spouses going after eachoher for alimony at a later point of time.... View More
answered on Jan 12, 2024
Typically a Settlement Agreement incorporates language that prevents either party from seeking alimony after the final divorce decree has been issued.
It didn't matter how much evidence I had against the plaintiff or proof he was lying she specifically said she did not care and continue not to look at any of my evidence
answered on Jan 5, 2024
Unfortunately, sometimes judges don't listen to pro se litigants representing themselves. If you felt like the judge wasn't being unbiased, then my best advice would be to hire an attorney.
answered on Jan 2, 2024
If the other parent is not spending any time with the child nor helping to take care of the child financially in any way, then yes, you can file for child abandonment.
Happens to the deceased belongings.
A family friend has taken control of everything and trying to erase the existence of the one in jail. Selling a house belonging to the family. The control has been taken through lies and defamation of the incarcerated fueled by hate towards that... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2023
Assuming the brother who died does not have a spouse or any children, the mother will inherit everything. the brother in jail does not inherit anything.
I’m 23, once we told her mom they wanted to speak to her face to face, and she blocked me off my girlfriend social media accounts and every other way of contacting her. Is that illegal for her to keep me away from my girlfriend & unborn child if my girlfriend is an adult? How would I get... View More
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
No, it's not illegal. If your girlfriend wants contact with you, she will find a way.
Do I have to be legitimized through the court system
answered on Dec 9, 2023
If you are the father DFCS will not give you custody even temporarily until you legitimize. Therefore, yes, the juvenile court will allow you to legitimize the child and sign an order, should they decide too, so that you can be awarded custody.
What are my chances of keeping equal rights to my son
answered on Dec 9, 2023
Your question is unclear because I don’t know what equal rights are. You can obtain joint legal custody of your child, and one parent will be final decision-maker if both parents can’t agree. Physical custody if rarely “equal” as it’s difficult for the court to split time equally. But... View More
What are my odds of getting equal custody
answered on Dec 9, 2023
There’s no way for an attorney who’s not familiar with you, the other parent, or the case to answer this question. You can petition the court for joint legal custody & visitation. The mother can oppose your requests and then the court will determine how they want to rule. I would speak... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
Legitimation can be denied if a father has abandoned his opportunity to be a true father to the child. For example, never pay child support - not seeing the child for very long periods of time and other evidence that there was not a real attempt to be a father.
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
There is only one way to do that - you have to file a legitimation case in Superior court in the county where the mother lives.
They moved in over a year ago they didn't want to pay rent so they could save up for there own place. We said he had to have a job and they had to buy the food and snacks for her 2 daughters that have been Living with me for 4 years now while she got on her feet. He worked first week here... View More
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
Your wife has just as much right to invite people to live or not live there as you do. So, you can try to kick him out - she can let him back in.
want to file a couple of motions, one being a motion to dismiss.
do we need to submit only one motion with one or both parties named?
in this instance does it really matter since if granted, the case would go away for both parties anyways?
or would it go away only for the... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2023
Unfortunately this is not the best forum to get step by step instructions on how to handle your own legal representation. If you want to file a couple of motions I would google those motions and see if you can find assistance. And you file a motion on your own behalf for relief you personally are... View More
Right to appeal the judge’s decision?
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answered on Nov 16, 2023
Yes, you have the right to appeal the judge's decision to remove you as conservator of your child. In Georgia, any party who is dissatisfied with a judgment of the probate court may appeal the decision to the superior court. The appeal must be filed within 30 days of the date of the judgment.
answered on Nov 16, 2023
I'm not sure what your question is, based off of what you have written. The mother does not have to provide you access to a baby that is not biologically yours. However, if there is another child or children that she is denying you access too, you can take her to court to request visitation.... View More
we appeared via zoom to the adjudicatory hearing. prior to my testimony & didnt consent on the record, we lost connection to the hearing. upon reconnection, the hearing was over and didnt know the outcome. i contacted my attorney and the case worker numerous times requesting the court order and... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2023
You have an attorney. You should be discussing any issues you have with any orders and the outcome of your case with your attorney. Another attorney can't even represent you while you have a current attorney on record. Sit down with your attorney and discuss what happened in your case.
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