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My husband has been sentenced to serve 53 days in county jail on weekends in Crittenden County, Kentucky. He has been diagnosed with mental health issues since 2019, and his condition is declining. His attorney requested house arrest or some modification due to his mental health, but the court... View More 
answered on Mar 7, 2025
It is unlikely but you could certainly file a new motion based on the new evidence you have. An appeal would likely be fruitless bc he will have served out long before it is ever heard.
I am seeking advice because my daughter's landlord changed the locks on her rental home due to being a month late on rent, and won't let her retrieve her belongings. The landlord initially said she would have until Saturday to collect her things, but now claims to be getting rid of them... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2025
She will probably have to sue him for wrongful detainer and the value of her property if it has been damaged, destroyed or disposed of. Self help remedies like these used by this landlord invariably land the landlord in hot water.
I recently turned 18 and am completely financially dependent on my parents. My father bought me a phone about four years ago, has always paid the bill, and explicitly gave it to me. Shortly before my 18th birthday, my parents suspended my phone and continue to keep it from me, refusing to discuss... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2025
Not really, no, especially since you are dependent upon them for housing and transportation. Might be better to make peace and retrieve phone rather than start a war over it.
I am concerned about a situation where opposing counsel drafted, notarized a final order and signed it for my attorney without apparent proof of permission or communication with my attorney. The judge signed this order within an hour of filing. Although there was a supposed verbal agreement, there... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2025
Find out whether your lawyer gave permission. If he or she did, no issue. If he or she did not, then file a motion with the Court and make them aware the order was signed without permission.
I purchased a home from Clayton Homes, and our bathroom was not the correct layout as ordered. The salesman admitted to the mistake, and I have documentation confirming this. Since September 2024, I've spent approximately $1,000 on supplies and over $1,200 on storage, as half of the home is... View More
I am a resident of Turkey and recently lost my brother, who lived in the United States. He has left behind money in an account with Limestone Bank. I am the next of kin, but I am not familiar with the process of claiming inheritance as a non-resident. Additionally, there have been unauthorized... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2025
Hire a lawyer in or near the city where your brother lived so he can flush out the details of the expenditures and still protect your interests at the same time.
I obtained a DVO against my ex-boyfriend about 6 months ago, set to last for 3 years. We've decided to work things out, and I've noticed a positive change in him since then. The DVO hasn't been violated during this time. However, he is currently facing a separate ongoing case for... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2025
Yes. You can, although whether it is dropped is solely up to the judge.
I am living in Turkey and have money in Limestone Bank in Kentucky, United States, left to me by my mother’s brother, who lived in the US. Although I have all the legal documents from the bank, I have been unable to contact them or receive any responses via mail. I need legal assistance to handle... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2025
Yes. A lawyer in or near the city where the bank is located could possibly help you after reviewing the documents you have and determining how to proceed.
Hired atty who did not represent me in lower court, made mistakes in Notice of Appeal and then billed me to correct her errors, I paid, but in dispute. I also informed her that she needed to start responding timely to my communications and suggested 2-3 days if even to inform me when we could talk;... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2025
You probably will need to hire a new attorney to review the case and see if you have a legal malpractice claim against your former attorney.
I am living in Turkey and trying to access a bank account at Limestone Bank in the United States, which belonged to my uncle who passed away in Kentucky. I have all the necessary documents from the Turkish government proving my right to access this account. However, an individual named Maria... View More
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answered on Feb 18, 2025
You should also connect with the probate court in the Kentucky county where your uncle lived, as they oversee the distribution of assets after death. If needed, you can work with a Kentucky-based attorney who can represent your interests locally - the Kentucky Bar Association can help you find one.... View More
I'm facing a situation where my husband and his girlfriend entered my home and took items to use as evidence against me. They presented a note I wrote to my 25-year-old son about clearing illegal activities (specifically pot) to manipulate the court, leading the judge to believe I was covering... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2025
Go to the County Attorney's Office and take a criminal complaint against them. You may have to get a jury instruction for missing or stolen evidence once you get your case up and running.
My spouse knows who the informant is. We've found out he's currently arrested on different drug charges. How can this affect credibility?
Also discovery mentions audio as evidence but my Spouse never received an audio tape.Is that legal? Is there motions to be filed to get... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2025
File a motion for all missing evidence or supplemental discovery, including the audio link and anything else referenced but missing.
CAPITAL One served papers Nov 29th, I have contacted legal aid but they do not associate with this. Please, help on how to reply. I have no money and just received my first UI check. I plan on filing for bankruptcy After the holidays is applicable.
answered on Dec 6, 2024
Simply admit or deny each allegation of the complaint, sign it, send a copy to opposing counsel and file your original with the court. You may want to hire a lawyer to help you with this.
answered on Oct 8, 2024
You can write a letter or you can just admit or deny the allegations in the petition. The operative fact is to file it with the court and send a copy to the filer of the petition. Do that and you’ll be fine.
Family cemetery on our property parcel in rural farm area. Due to fighting - can I refuse further family to be buried?
I would purposely be ousting wife from being buried next to husband there, as well as any further people in their immediate family. This will apply to other family members... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2024
Yes. You most likely can prevent further burials there unless there are deed restrictions, easements or covenants that all them to be buried there.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Posting a picture of your husband and his mistress in a hotel parking lot could potentially raise legal issues. Depending on the circumstances, it might be considered an invasion of privacy or could lead to defamation claims if the content is misleading or causes harm to someone's reputation.... View More
My former spouse for 18 years has been using family courts different stages, exploiting me, using my son even now at 18 as a spy weapon and a domestic violence tactic to punish me through courts , judicial system, devastating crimes,interstate patent kidnapping, breaking criminal law In court , my... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2024
You will need to hire a private attorney to review and possibly file suit if practicable.
The sailboat ad listed the missing equipment and the survey report also listed the equipment. The seller is not returning phone calls or text messages from our broker. The cost of replacing the missing equipment would be approximately -$4000 plus.
answered on Jun 12, 2024
Yes. If it is listed in the ad, you may have a fraud claim against the seller.
Defendant wasn’t able to make it to court due to working out of town, so it was changed from an EPO to a DVO. I would like to try and work through issues with counseling and would like to drop the charges
answered on Jun 11, 2024
You’ll need to file a motion to set aside and dismiss in the court that issued the DVO.
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