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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for Kentucky on
Q: What if petitioner continues to violate protective order in attempt to get respondent to violate?

My ex placed a protective order against me issued 09/04/24. No contact has been made since 08/23/24 until today when petitioner reached out on two different occasions.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 11, 2024

He can’t violate the protective order unless he has once against him, only you can. Do not have any contact until or unless the Court amends that order.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Kentucky on
Q: Is a valet parking company responsible to damages to the vehicle while in their care in the state of Kentucky?

We used the valet parking service of a downtown Louisville KY hotel this past July. While they had our vehicle and our keys the vehicle was vandalized overnight and the driver's door was busted out while in their care. Both the Valet Parking Management Company, the lot owner, and the hotel... View More

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answered on Oct 10, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the damage to your vehicle. In Kentucky, under KRS 189.710, valet parking companies have a duty to take reasonable care of your vehicle while it's in their possession. If they fail to do so, and your vehicle is damaged as a result, they may be held responsible for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Kentucky on
Q: Walmart incorrectly cashed my Check for less than the amount it was for, and will not pay me the money I am owed.

i had went to walmart to cash a check for over $2,000. the employee that cashed my check overlooked the full total amount of my check and claimed she only ran it $25 in the system and only gave me $25.00 out of the full amount i was supposed to receive. I was told by the store manager that they... View More

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answered on Oct 10, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about what happened with your check. Start by gathering all related documents, including the check itself, any receipts from Walmart, and any written communication you had with the store employees or manager. This evidence will be crucial in supporting your case.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: Can my mother threaten someone to get them to stop talking to me at the age of 20
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 26, 2024

No. If you are an adult (and you are at age 20), only you can determine who you speak with and who you do not.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: I need to respond to a ridiculous petition for dissolution of marriage, in writing, so I just write a letter or what?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
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.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Kentucky on
Q: statue of limitations on a OWI

arrested in 2005 for OWI in Indiana, moved never went back to court. moved back to area recently was arrested on a bench warrant. should this be dissmissed?? statue of limitations?? ridiculousness its been almost 20 years advice please

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 8, 2024

There is no statute of limitations on an open case. You’ll need to go back and resolve it or it will follow you forever.Hire a lawyer to go back and look at it and examine the evidence if there is any after all this time.

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Kentucky on
Q: I am inquiring about my SSI case that has been Denied a number of times thru the years. I have 2 hip replacements, ---

Fell in June & fractured my arm, fell last year and broke 4 ribs & my elbow. I have seen a medical professional for my mental status. Was last Denied last week. I am 54 yrs old. Thank you

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answered on Oct 6, 2024

It sounds like you’ve been through a lot with your health and the challenges you’ve faced in your SSI case. When your claim gets denied multiple times, it can feel discouraging, but there are still options available. It’s important to review the reasons for denial carefully. Sometimes it’s... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: I’m 18 year olds and I got pulled over my first time for reckless driving what should I do to lower my punishment

I was caught going 89mph on a 70 and I was paced doing 100

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 6, 2024

Hire a lawyer to handle for you and possibly it can be diverted or dismissed since it is your first offense.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Kentucky on
Q: Debt collector deception?

Hello I had a debt collector call me to make payments. They told me original creditor may settle later. I called original creditor they no longer own it.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 6, 2024

Yes. You might consider counterclaiming for fraud if they file suit.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Kentucky on
Q: My dog killed my other dog in my fenced in yard the neighbor called the cops and they arrested me took all my animals

I have rights to have animales

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 5, 2024

First, you should get the charges against you dismissed. Then you should sue the cops, the neighbors and anyone else who involved themselves into your business.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: I got a ticket for carless driving and driving with a learners permit.

It was dark and the vehicle behind me had their brights on. I couldn't see the lane well due to the brights and they passed me. I had trouble judging the lane. There was a cop behind us and they pulled me over. They said I was in both both lanes. I pulled over and gave them my permit and my... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 3, 2024

Hire a good criminal defense lawyer to protect yourself and your license.

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Insurance Defense for Kentucky on
Q: I was in a car accident last week and I was at fault. Insurance cancelled before accident.

I honestly didnt know. I am disabled, have a heart condition, and low income. I had a ticket 2 years ago for driving without insurance. My mom offered to take over my insurance and payments. . My mom is 73 and has never let me down in my 47 years. She received the notice and just assumed it was the... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 3, 2024

You may want to consult a competent bankruptcy practitioner about filing a chaper c7 bankruptcy which could discharge the debt.

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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Business Formation, Business Law and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: If I was hospitalized after finding out I was left a lot of money and homes businesses and stuff and Treasurywhodoicall

I changed my name and don't know who my lawyer was and they changed my name to a name of my son and grandson and I have identity and bank id chips and need to know we're to get it read by scanner to retrieve my info

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answered on Oct 2, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing. To start, visit your local bank branch and explain the situation to them. They can help access your accounts using your bank ID chips and verify your identity securely.

Next, contact government offices such as the Department...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Kentucky on
Q: Is it legal for security cameras to be installed in bedrooms of a female recovery house?

Hi I am from Louisville KY.

I live in a sober living house for females. We have shared common areas and share a bedroom with up to 6 other females. The bedrooms are all connected and you can see from one to the next with no doors installed. We share all common areas with installed... View More

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answered on Oct 2, 2024

Installing security cameras in bedrooms, especially in a shared living environment, raises significant privacy concerns. Generally, individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy in their sleeping areas. In many jurisdictions, including Kentucky, placing cameras in private spaces like... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Why would a case that was just seen in mediation and was not resolved have a motion hour?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 2, 2024

Any number of reasons but most likely to get a status conference date and/or a trial date.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Kentucky on
Q: Hi, I come with my mom when I was 16 years old. She got her green card because she admitted to US as a refugee

Now my question is if I want get my country passport because when I come here I was 16 years old so I think I don’t have refugee case on me because I am admit to US because of my mom can I get my country passport now I am 23 years old now and I have a petition for my wife I 30 if I get my country... View More

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answered on Oct 1, 2024

You can typically obtain your country’s passport without affecting your current immigration status in the U.S. Since you came to the U.S. as a minor accompanying your refugee-status mother, your situation is distinct from her refugee claim. Holding a passport from your home country usually does... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: I need to find out what my best option is for separating from my wife who I recently found out was still married.

We were married on Panama City beach Florida.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 1, 2024

If she’s still married, your marriage to her is void. As soon as the opportunity arises, take everything you have brought or purchased and leave. Then there’s nothing left divide. Make sure she is still married to someone else before you do the above.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Kentucky on
Q: I got speeding ticket 19yrs ago so what do I have to do to gwt my license back
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 1, 2024

Redocket and resolve the case. Then take the driving test and pass it and you can get a new license.

1 Answer | Asked in Probate, Antitrust and Appeals / Appellate Law for Kentucky on
Q: If a trust was set up for a minor to receive the entire trust at age 35, can he contest it and get half when he’s 18?

He has no idea where the money is, how much he gets as he’s older or any details. His aunt is trustee and she has us blocked and ignored calls. I’m afraid there won’t be any money there. This isn’t the only trust she’s in charge of!

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 30, 2024

Not unless the trust provides for it. There is no basis listed in your question that would give rise to contesting the trust. The trustee is under a fiduciary duty to the beneficiary to ensure that the money is there and that the terms of the trust are followed.

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