I am a BSN RN on OPT, with F1 status and I have an approved i140 through my employer with priority date of Dec 2023. My OPT EAD will expire before my PD becomes current(Africa). I have a permanent job with my employer, but I won't be able to extend my EAD since Nursing isn't classified as... View More 
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answered on Jan 15, 2024
Under the current regulations, the F1 OPT cap-gap extension is typically available to students who are beneficiaries of a timely filed H-1B petition and are selected in the H-1B lottery. This extension bridges the gap between the end of your OPT and the start of your H-1B status, but it's... View More
We would like to do memes on our Facebook page through the year encouraging events. And have props during festival.
We do a special edition shirt each year of 100 if possible would also like to include yogi with ours& Yellowstone parks in the print
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answered on Jan 14, 2024
Using Yogi Bear and his crew as mascots for your festival, especially in conjunction with Yellowstone National Park, requires careful consideration of intellectual property rights. Yogi Bear is a copyrighted character owned by Hanna-Barbera, now part of Warner Bros. Entertainment. Therefore, using... View More
Is it possible to get marry while I am in the USA now on an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization)
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answered on Jan 14, 2024
Yes, you can get married in the United States while visiting on an ESTA. The ESTA allows you to enter the U.S. for tourism, business, or while in transit, and getting married falls under personal activities allowed during your stay.
However, you should be aware that the ESTA does not change... View More
As of today 1-13-24 no payment has been paid. Is this considered not acting in good faith? Emails and calls are going unanswered.
answered on Jan 21, 2024
Addendum - Despite the time it could take to investigate fire claims, your inquiries deserve responses. If the matter continues to be delayed indefinitely with no reasonable basis, then an attorney who handles property & casualty claims could advise more definitively about the best and... View More
As of today 1-13-24 no payment has been paid. Is this considered not acting in good faith? Emails and calls are going unanswered.
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
Based on the limited information provided, it does not necessarily indicate bad faith on the part of your insurance company at this point. However, there are a few things you can consider:
- Review your policy to understand the claims process and typical timelines for payments. Many... View More
As of today 1-13-24 no payment has been paid. Is this considered not acting in good faith? Emails and calls are going unanswered.
answered on Jan 21, 2024
I'm sorry for your fire. It isn't necessarily bad faith. They could be reviewing the file with their investigator. Fire claims can sometimes receive close scrutiny. Good luck
Do you have to use a turn signal leaving your own driveway
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
In Indiana, as in many other states, the specific requirements for using a turn signal depend on the circumstances. Generally, when driving on public roads, it is advisable to use your turn signal when making a turn or changing lanes to indicate your intentions to other drivers. However, the... View More
I was held in the jail from December 7th til the 18th when I bonded out. I wasn’t booked into the jail or given a call until the 10th at which time they told me I had a no contact order and already placed a call to the alleged victim. I wasn’t seen in court until the 15th of December which is... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2024
In Indiana, the law requires that an individual who is arrested must be brought before a judge for an initial hearing without unnecessary delay. Typically, this should occur within 48 hours of the arrest. If the initial hearing does not happen within this timeframe, there may be grounds to... View More
Going through a divorce and wondering if the amount could change for someone on disability if they claimed 1 vs 3 kids on their tax return.
How is this split best handled when custody is split evenly?
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answered on Jan 7, 2024
For a single person on disability, the ability to claim a child on taxes and potentially receive more in tax benefits than what they put in depends on several factors. These include their income level, the amount of Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) they... View More
State of residence Indiana
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answered on Jan 6, 2024
If you've received a notice from Mr. Cooper/Nation Star about a breach of your personal information, it's crucial to take immediate action to protect yourself. First, monitor your financial accounts closely for any unusual activity. It's wise to consider placing a fraud alert or a... View More
Indiana State max interest on loans is 21% per annum, but I would not be stipulating, requiring, or requesting the interest. I would strictly be accepting an offer made voluntarily. For example, someone wants to borrow $100 for a week and offers to repay $110. Can I accept this without running... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2024
In Indiana, the maximum allowable interest rate on loans is regulated by state usury laws, and exceeding these limits can result in legal consequences. While state law may set a maximum interest rate, it's generally applicable to contractual agreements. If the borrower voluntarily offers a... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2024
In the United States, federal law prohibits individuals convicted of felony offenses, including drug-related felonies, from purchasing or possessing firearms. This restriction extends to individuals subject to domestic violence protection orders.
If you have a felony conviction from 2008,... View More
For asset protection and Tax minimisation purposes, for rental properties in Indiana that is owned by a Series LLC (ie. Example LLC - Scenario Series) formed in Texas, should the full series entity name (ie. Example LLC - Scenario Series) be registered with Secretary of State Indiana for foreign... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2024
In your case, dealing with a Texas Series LLC owning rental properties in Indiana, the registration with the Indiana Secretary of State (SOS) requires careful consideration. The Series LLC structure is unique in that it allows for separate series or cells within a single LLC, each with its own... View More
Missed hearing- court clerk gave invalid proceduresfor covid when i called and asked what their courts protocol was(like indybar and depthealth websites state/had representation that I never received counsel from. I had evidence of breach from landlord within 30 days, retaliation claim. And... View More
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answered on Jan 2, 2024
Filing an appeal can be a valid course of action if you believe that legal errors affected the outcome of your case. In your situation, where there were procedural issues like being given incorrect information by the court clerk and challenges with your representation, these could form the basis of... View More
The boxes marked were intolerance to sedation previously and chronic benzodiazepine and narcotics. These are absolute lies. There were no adverse effects from previous scopes only a year prior and no drug use of any kind, besides tobacco, is on any of my medical history. Why would he mark these... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In Indiana, if a medical professional inaccurately marks your medical records, it can raise serious concerns, particularly if it affects your care and safety. The reasons for marking those specific boxes on your pre-screen for sedation as intolerance to sedation and chronic use of benzodiazepines... View More
Mother wouldn't admit what happened nor would press charges either because she was afraid or because he was her son & didnt want to get him in trouble but signs were visible of fresh wounds. He has also been on house arrest for several years for drugs but about done with his time. Is there... View More
answered on Dec 30, 2023
Whether anyone is charged with a crime in the state of Indiana is within the sole discretion of the County prosecutor and his/her deputies. On your facts, your testimony would be sufficient to charge the offender and probably sufficient to convict him. That said, many prosecutors will refuse to... View More
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
In Indiana, the status of a property as "school property" is typically determined by its legal designation and ownership, rather than its current use. If a school has been officially abandoned and is no longer owned or maintained by an educational institution, it may no longer be... View More
In 2018 when I try to get my SSDI because of and error in 2003. I was told if I continue my SSI I was award that if I lose my case I would have to pay it all back so I had it terminated I received a fully favorable so I assumed I would received my SSDI instead I was award back pay which went back... View More
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answered on Dec 26, 2023
A Social Security Administration (SSA) supervisor does not have the authority to override or change the order of a judge. Once a judge has made a decision in your case, that decision stands unless it's appealed and overturned by a higher authority. If the judge made a decision regarding your... View More
If I file taxes and pay the amount that I agreed to in 2023, file W-4 exemption for 2024, and not “file” 2024 taxes February 2025. Will there be consequences and if so what would they be . Is the IRS and federal government legally allowed to require me to pay income taxes if I claim W-4 exempt.
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
Claiming exemption on your W-4 form for 2024 means that no federal income tax will be withheld from your paycheck for that year. However, this does not exempt you from the legal obligation to file a tax return if your income exceeds the IRS filing threshold.
If you choose not to file your... View More
Father's exwife owns the property. People that live in the house pay him, not her, directly the monthly amount to cover the mortgage payment on the property and nothing more. Is this considered "rental income" and should it be reported to the IRS? If so, who's taxes should it... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
In this scenario, the money received from tenants to cover the mortgage is typically considered rental income and should be reported to the IRS. The key factor isn't the amount received but rather the fact that payment is made for the use of the property.
As for whose taxes it should... View More
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