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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Idaho on
Q: My sister is getting a divorce, can her soon to be ex, make her pay a fee whenever he has to clean up after her?

My sister is a full-time mom, she homeschools their son, does house cleaning for others, and is expected by her husband to have the house cleaned and food on the table by the time he gets him. Right now through, my sister is trying to divorce him because he is emotionally and psychologically... View More

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 25, 2022

The husband is guilty of manipulation and severe, emotional abuse of your sister and (probably) their son. Idaho, like most other states can give your sister a divorce for FAULT reasons, not just "irreconcilable differences" which is "no fault." IN a divorce, if your sister,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Divorce and Family Law for Idaho on
Q: Can I lose custody if my child is in daycare to much even if the judge mandated it?

Judge mandates only blood relatives or licensed child care providers. (I have no family in Idaho so I use daycare)

I than lose custody % 2 years later because my kids are in daycare to much while I'm at work 5 days a week. Single mom.

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 25, 2022

As a litigator, what I constantly have to remind myself is that judges don't care how good my argument is to give my client custody, or how persuasive I am about the good things my client is doing etc., if it's not in the child's best interests. This is thE ONLY factor that the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Idaho on
Q: In Idaho how long does insurance have to assess damage from a partial loss home fire for a home owners insurance claim?

I had two partial loss home fires 9 months ago and my insurance company sent over an adjuster then. Now nine months later when my contractor is already working fixing the damage they want to come assess the damage again because my original adjuster quit the company

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 24, 2022

No set time, however, the insurance company will do its “due diligence,” and get their “findings” to all parties in “due time.” Most courts will not criticize an insurance company for taking too long, if there are questionable issues.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Idaho on
Q: I'm 16 and wanting too get emancipated?

Parents both ex drug addicts, dad's acholic mom's a pill user

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 24, 2022

Here are your options:

1. Call Child Protection Services (CPS) and complain that the parents are unable to care for the child. They will conduct an investigation. Once that is complete, CPS will call the police and ask them to assist them in removing the minor from the parents’ custody....
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Idaho on
Q: The child turned 16 years old and has a full-time job. The child lives 187 miles from the non-custodial parent.

Our child just started a full-time job and lives 187 miles away from the non-custodial parent, who has every other weekend and every other holiday visitation. The non-custodial parent is requiring the child's employer to follow the court order visitation. Does the employer have to follow this... View More

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 24, 2022

No private party may require a non-party to do anything. If you believe the father is requiring a non-party to obey your Decree of Divorce, then please disabuse yourself of this belief. This also has nothing to do with how far your child lives from the father. The ONLY considerations you should... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Real Estate Law for Idaho on
Q: We are in contract to sell our house, based on our contingency can we walk away with no fees?

We have a contingency that says, "The sale is contingent upon the seller entering into a contract to purchase a replacement property within 15 calendar days." This was on 10/31/22. Our agent is now saying we must terminate and pay 3% to seller and 3% to buyer. However, isn't this why... View More

Robert King Reges Jr.
Robert King Reges Jr.
answered on Nov 14, 2022

Your agent appears to be relying on a listing agreement that calls for her to be paid her commission even if the buyer she found is precluded from closing due to the contingency in the purchase contract. So there are two different contracts at issue. One is the "listing agreement" with... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law and Child Support for Idaho on
Q: My husband and I separated, I applied for daycare and food stamp assistance. Child support now wants to open a case.

I don’t want to go through child support to calculate,we want to solve our issues regarding financial support for our children amicably, can we go about that without further action from child support?

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 2, 2022

Nope. By applying for Idaho benefits, Idaho has a "vested interest," in making sure that whatever monies it has provided you, are paid back. That means that whatever you and your husband thought you had decided, may be okayed by the Court, but the Department of Health and Welfare,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Idaho on
Q: I have sole physical custody but joint legal custody can I move to another state with my children?
Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 2, 2022

Nope. "Legal Custody," is the right to decide when your son can get a tattoo or join the military or leave school, big decisions. Further, the Idaho appellate courts have said that you are "welcome to move, just don't take your children!" You must file and ask for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Elder Law and Family Law for Idaho on
Q: We believe that my 93 year old father in law is being co-erced by his live in girlfriend.

He has given her power of attorney, gave her all of his bank accounts to her , and changed his Will by removing his daughter as executer and his son as co-executer. Replacing them with his girlfriend and her daughter. Now he has stopped calling and she refuses to give him any messages when we... View More

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Nov 2, 2022

You have the right to step in and be concerned. The problem with Powers of Attorney is that they are easily drawn and signed, by the weak and feeble. A much more stable, unalterable instrument to have when your loved ones need help, is a Guardianship / Conservatorship. Nobody is able to get a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Idaho on
Q: Can you be lawfully charged with murder if the only testimony indicates you shot someone after they pointed a gun at you

and your attacker pulled the gun out and pointed it at you first in your own home.

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Oct 27, 2022

Murder requires the government to prove that the actor killed another person, intentionally (not while asleep) and did so without being provoked first, and with malice. From your facts, it doesn't seem like any Sr. prosecutor would charge "murder," only to be embarrassed at court... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Idaho on
Q: Am I able to open an in home daycare when HOA says no but state and the city say yes?

I am trying to open and in home daycare. I have been approved to apply and just waiting for background check clearance and the inspections. I have also spoke with my city/county about local compliance and within my city and zoning I am permitted to run a family/group daycare residentially and... View More

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Oct 24, 2022

The short answer is "NO." If you will permit me to diverge. Idaho Law permits weapons to be carried without a permit, openly. A HOA might want to limit when patrons could carry weapons around. This would be an HOA decision. HOA or Home Owners' Associations, are throwbacks from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Real Estate Law and Insurance Bad Faith for Idaho on
Q: It’s been nine months since I filed a homeowners insurance claim for 2 partial loss home fires. They sent an adjuster ov

Over nine months ago. Now I guess my adjuster quit and they closed my file even though my contractor was communicating back and forth with the adjuster that quit and they want to start over from square one and send a new adjuster over to evaluate the damage. Isn’t there a time limit on how long... View More

Kevin M Rogers
Kevin M Rogers
answered on Oct 24, 2022

"Bad faith," 2 words that lawyers enjoy bantering about and insurance companies loathe hearing. But, in Idaho, to show "bad faith," you must show that the insurance company's payment or treatment was "intentional" or based on gross negligence. Courts are fair... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Idaho on
Q: I found a house for rent in Idaho for 2000.00. We agreed on Facebook Messenger to rent the place.

Sent 1000.00 3 weeks ago to hold property until they landlord returned to Idaho in April to sign lease. Last night they texted and said they have since received offers for 2500 and would only rent if we agree to the extra 500. Is this legal?

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

The situation you're describing involves a verbal agreement which, while informal, can be recognized as binding in many jurisdictions. However, the enforceability of such agreements can depend on the specifics of local laws and the evidence available to support the terms agreed upon. In this... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Idaho on
Q: reverse shoulder replacement.

I had a reverse shoulder replacement right shoulder and right before surgery they were to give me a nerve block. A tall blond with a young boy They were using a sonogram to find the nerve in my neck. She had the boy pushing the plunger. I kept telling them I did not feel any difference in my arm.... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Mar 20, 2024

What a horrible experience. I am so sorry.

While this may be malpractice, if you are fine now, the harm does not likely warrant a lawsuit.

But, Consult with experienced malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.

2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for Idaho on
Q: Can I get my car back from repo haven't missed a payment it was in a differ
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answered on Mar 8, 2024

I apologize for the confusion, but your message seems to have been cut off mid-sentence. Could you please provide me with some more context and complete your question? That way, I can better understand your situation and provide a more accurate and helpful response.

When a vehicle is...
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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Idaho on
Q: Why does Idaho have a small estate affidavit yet the banks or insurance companies will allow it to be used? Help!

My single adult son died in a head-on crash. His auto insurance company paid off the balance owed on his vehicle & issued a check to "the estate of...." for $1702. This is the total value of the estate; the courthouse provided me with a small estate affidavit. I provided all of... View More

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answered on Feb 8, 2024

Sometimes it is not worth opening a Probate Estate so many let the banks keep the money. It happens alot. If the Bank will not accept your authority under the Small Estate Affidavit, then you have standing as the

Affiant to file suit against the bank for conversion, etc. , as it is...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Idaho on
Q: Got hit and injured by a Semi truck while resting at at truck stop in Idaho on Dec 21, 21 . any chance of recovery

No health insurance , so i thought the injury will heal later, now i am suffering lower back pain for the past 6 months .

any advice ?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 24, 2023

An Idaho attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If you were hit in the rear while at rest in a permissible location, that seems to place liability in your favor. You could consider reaching out to Idaho attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult to learn... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Idaho on
Q: Who is the attorney for the plaintiff in case number 1:2021cv00409

My husband xxx 0089632 inmate at imsi odoc would like to talk with someone regarding this case and would like to be added to this lawsuit.

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answered on Nov 18, 2023

I understand your husband's interest in case number 1:2021cv00409 and his desire to be added to the lawsuit. To find out who the attorney for the plaintiff is in this case, you can typically access this information through the court's official records. You can contact the clerk of the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Collections for Idaho on
Q: I was served papers from a lender attempting to collect a debt in small claims. The papers included an Exhibit A, which

Was a loan agreement in someone else’s name. Is this a valid suit/summons?

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Nov 16, 2023

If you were named as a defendant, the case is valid but you have a defense that it is not you that owe the debt. If it was simply a mistake by the attorney that could likely be fixed in litigation.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Idaho on
Q: A wife cheats on husband, gets pregnant, lets husband believe he is father until he files for divorce, he get custody?

She would not have divulged info had she not been prevented from leaving the state of Idaho.

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answered on Oct 18, 2023

In Idaho, family law matters can be complex. Infidelity and paternity issues may be considered during divorce and custody proceedings. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique circumstances, it's advisable to consult with an attorney.

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