That decision is solely up to the School Board since Kentucky is an at will employment state. Since the charges were dismissed, it really shouldn't affect your employment. However, you may want to consider having the record expunged altogether so that this problem doesn't arise in the future.

You have a 27,900 exemption that allows you to keep up to 27900 in equity in your home you live in. It must be your residence. You also have a 4500 exemption for a car. If you live in the home and the truck is in your name you should have no problem.

Not necessarily. All the assets and debts will have to be identified and valued. If you reach an agreement with your spouse that you get the house, then you likely will. If you are expecting the Court to award you the house just because you have a DVO and are currently living in it, that very... View More

You would use language confirming that both of you have made full disclosure of all income and asset and that you have consulted the Kentucky Child Support Guidelines. You would also say that based on the agreement of the parties, neither party shall pay child support at this time and that the... View More

If the tags are corrected, they will likely be dismissed. If you did not have insurance, that will likely be a $500 fine and court costs, part of which may be suspended by the Court. No insurance is also an enhanceable offense, which means if you get another No Insurnace charge within five years... View More

If you are thinking about suing your cardiothoracic surgeon, the key issue would be whether their decision to proceed with surgery despite the infection amounted to medical negligence. In cases like this, proving malpractice generally requires showing that the doctor failed to meet the standard of... View More

Document everything g with your therapist and keep an eye out and an ear open for anything else that would disprove the false allegations. I would refrain from discussing any of that with your partner and I would conversely act unfazed, unconcerned and like it doesn’t bother you if she brings it... View More

First, if you have been issued a Notice to Appear for removal proceedings, which it appears you have since you reference Form I-862, it is very important that you attend all scheduled court hearings and inform the immigration court if you ever change addresses. If you fail to attend any scheduled... View More

No, you should never leave a dog in a car even in 70 degree weather (and especially not in direct sunlight) as the temperatures inside can multiply very quickly, creating dangerous conditions for the dog. I would always either leave the dog st home or take her in with you when you have to go... View More

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If you listed all the creditors you had then and got a discharge, then those debts are gone and cannot be collected upon. But if you have been sued since or incurred other debts, then you might have something to worry about. If so, consult with a KY attorney about asset protection and exemption... View More

Your fiancé may have legal grounds to dispute the payment, as he did not request the tow truck's services and had no contractual obligation to pay. To address the situation, he should gather all relevant documentation, including receipts, communications, and any witness statements confirming... View More

You will first need a successful resolution of the criminal charges against you before you file a civil rights complaint against the police. Once you obtain a dismissal of the charges against you, you can then file an action against the police in state or federal court.

you can certainly file a motion to be relieved from the mediation agreement, but since you were represented by counsel and signed the agreement voluntarily, you have an uphill battle on your hands. You should sit down with your lawyer and go over the terms and make sure you understand them before... View More

If the copyright infringement allegation is directed to the picture of the longhorn, and you captured the image of the longhorn or you drew it yourself, you are likely not at fault. If someone else drew the image of the longhorn, or captured the image of the longhorn with their camera, then you... View More

There are two avenues in which a person that is driving while uninsured is held accountable for their actions. The first is the criminal track. Criminal actions are prosecuted by the state. The ultimate decision to pursue a criminal action lies with the state.

The second track is by way of... View More

You should contact an experienced Kentucky employment attorney immediately. Kentucky law states that any employee who leaves or is discharged from his employment shall be paid in full all wages or salary earned by him no later than the next normal pay period following the date of dismissal or... View More

In Kentucky, a plaintiff must meet the burden of proof on all four elements of a tort to be successful in a medical malpractice claim. Those four elements are duty of care, breach of standard of care, causation, and damages.

Duty of Care: Show that a healthcare provider had a duty to... View More

Yes. However, the if the child is disabled, you could file a petition for guardianship, conservatorship, limited guardianship, limited conservatorship and/or a combination those representative roles.

"Disabled" means a legal disability, not a medical disability, and is measured... View More

In Kentucky, any owner whose dog is found to have caused damage to a person, livestock, or other property shall be responsible for that damage. See KRS 258.235.

I recommend that you give your homeowners insurance carrier notice of the potential loss. I would also give your neighbor your... View More

A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for almost a month. Sorry about your accident. It sounds like the law firms with whom you consulted are reluctant to place the matter into suit. One option is to continue to reach out to attorneys. If a number of law firms... View More