I was laid off almost two years ago for lack of work with a former company and was instructed by my employer to claim unemployment benefits. I claimed benefits for 6 months. Long story short I have been self isolating due to the pandemic in my home town. Upon returning to town a few weeks ago I... View More 
answered on May 5, 2020
If your former employer admitted their mistake, and let the UI know, I fail to see any reason for an appeal. Perhaps the conference call or hearing can clear this up.
Should a defendant obviously high on drugs be allowed to take the witness stand to testify during his own jury trial? Jury found him guilty of charges and sentenced him to 45 years. Can he appeal this?
My friend is serving time in a KY correctional facility. What will happen to her if her trial is overturned? Will she immediately be sent to county jail until her new trial takes place?
answered on Jul 3, 2019
If the trial is overturned, She will be held on a bond to be set by the judge when the case is returned to him by the appeals court. At that time, release relief may be sought from the trial court.
I have narcolepsy and it makes me drowsy when I drive I was having a attack when officer arrested me can I have case reheard?
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answered on Dec 21, 2018
I would think you will have a tough time getting that reheard but it will be up to the judge. I practice in front of judges who are good about putting everything on the record to make sure the plea of guilty is entered freely and voluntarily and without coercion but the decision will be up to the... View More
Our child was taken by my mother on September 29th to the courts to file an emergency custody order stating domestic violence allegations and drug use in front of the child. The argument she was claiming the child was around domestic violence was no where near where her or the child were at and... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2018
You’d better take it slow and work the progression. If everything you say is true, the child will probably ultimately be returned to you.
Now with extreme PTSD can I sew for pain & suffering on behalf of myself and my children?
answered on Dec 2, 2018
You may very well have a claim against the state. Consult an attorney quickly because there are strict limitations of actions on such claims.
How can I get a copy of the application that requested a warrant to be sealed?
answered on Apr 17, 2018
Yes. There is an inventory of items seized that the officer fills out. You should hire an attorney to make a motion seeking to unseal the search warrant and affidavit. At some point, it will likely be unsealed.
answered on Oct 18, 2015
By having a complete transcript and hiring an attorney.
answered on Sep 24, 2015
The judge should recuse himself, or a party should move to have the judge recused.
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