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answered on Dec 8, 2024
You are a 'witness' to whatever happened that started the criminal charges involving your ex boyfriend, and the DA's office has issued a summons for your testimony. Whether you have a *right to refuse is very different than not participating or cooperating in the prosecution or not... View More 
I have a restraining order on my son s father . I got it in 9/2022 and I currently updated it 9/11/2024 and is effective until 9/11/2026
The restraining order has already been violated last year and he plead guilty with a fine.
We are only to communicate via a court order app and... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2024
An order to communicate about you child via the OFW app or another is very important for setting boundary's and building trust. If the RO states it must be via the App, then it could be a violation. One issue is whether he understands the limits of the authorized discourse or not.... View More
I have been divorced for many years and would like to get my ex-husband's name off the mortgage and deed to the house. When we got divorce divorced, I assumed all responsibility for the house including mortgage payments, repairs, maintenance, etc. He has not paid any money toward the house at... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2024
This is nearly always specified in the Separation Agreement or Judgment of Divorce. If not, it may not have come to the judge's attention that there was real estate held in the names of both parties. Either way, you can remove your ex-husband's name from the mortgage by either refinancing... View More
Regards video and audio recording. Is there an exception for possible domestic abuse scenario
answered on Oct 23, 2024
There can definitely be consequences for recording someone without their consent.
While I certainly DO NOT recommend recording someone without their consent, if it is a safety issue and you feel recording the other party may assist you in creating a safer situation for yourself (such as... View More
out of pocket bill pay i told him i was on massheath and due to me being a
passenger of a yellow cab accident 3 days prior they could not see me so then i ask could i see the policy
for my denial of service and was told it would take to long to find it so i asked could he please... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Your post contains much information about disabilities, discrimination, the ADA, and other issues.
You should check with a Massachusetts attorney on this, but I believe Massachusetts may be a... View More
Rental agreement, banking.
answered on Oct 7, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If you're the one being accused of the fraud, and it has risen to a criminal level (insurance company or public agency making an accusation of fraud), then a criminal defense attorney consult could be a... View More
and one brother came to find out our other brother was using funds for personal gain , taking extra checks forging checks he wrote in our names and so on, we called a special meeting gave him ample notice he did not appear we voted to remove him as an officer of the company and fire him as an... View More
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answered on Sep 30, 2024
You very likely need to get into Court (by filing a Complaint) and maybe get an injunction to stabilize operations and provide a full accounting. Business/partnership disputes are governed by the business' documents and usually, state law or the Uniform Partnership Act; it depends on how the... View More
We sold our home in June 2021. We accepted an offer and have a signed OFFER TO PURCHASE REAL ESTATE agreement. The prospective buyer put down a binding deposit. Before the offer expired buyer backed out due to a family disagreement. We eventually sold the home. My RE agent and his attorney reached... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2024
It is unclear from your note what the circumstances were at the time the buyer backed out so it is difficult to tell whether the sentence you quoted unequivocally gives you a right to the deposit. Practically, brokers are reluctant to release deposits of this kind without all parties'... View More
There is a trial in Florida where a woman shot through a door and killed her neighbor in what she claims in slf defense.
After the event someone in the community wrote negative things on the doo.
The door was brought into evidence at the trial today. But the door was painted over... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2024
First, you are asking about a Florida case, and that state's law would apply as to rules of evidence.
It seems like you are asking a question out of curiosity, rather than having a legal issue that needs some guidance by the lawyers that volunteer thier time. Please respect that the... View More
or will the Agreement still be Valid?
answered on Aug 30, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney who is familiar with state-specific consumer protections, the short answer is that it depends on the terms of the agreement. It's possible there could... View More
1) If I claim the money do I also assume the debt?
2) If so, can the debt be for more than the claim?
3) He was divorced at the time of his passing. Would an ex-wife be considered a surviving spouse? She passed after him
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
To claim the money you will need to be Personal Representative or Voluntary Administrator (for smaller estates) of his Estate. If you are, you will not assume his debt individually, the Estate would, the Estate needs to pay liabilities prior to distributing to its beneficiaries. If you have been... View More
answered on Aug 12, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney on the specific operation of law, the short answer is that you'd be liable in most places nationwide. Not liable for committing a wrongful act in the... View More
My business is named Queen Bee Wax Studio and I just received a message from the owner of Queen Bee Salon and Spa saying that she owns the rights to Queen Bee Waxing. We are in the same industry but she's on the west coast and I'm on the east coast. Can she force me to change the name of... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2024
I can provide some educational material related to trademarks. If someone has a federal registration on the principal register before another person begins using a mark, the federal trademark owner will be able to enforce it provided that there is a likelihood of confusion. If a person on the West... View More
My business is named Queen Bee Wax Studio and I just received a message from the owner of Queen Bee Salon and Spa saying that she owns the rights to Queen Bee Waxing. We are in the same industry but she's on the west coast and I'm on the east coast. Can she force me to change the name of... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2024
There is a federal trademark registration for QUEEN BEE, for hair removal services, namely, face and body waxing services, owned by a company in Dallas, Texas. That company's cease-and-desist demand would have some credibility, although there is little likelihood of actual confusion by... View More
And so what do I do?
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answered on Jul 26, 2024
It sounds like a difficult situation you're facing. If you believe you are entitled to a portion of your parents' money that your sister took, you should start by gathering any documents that show your entitlement. This might include your parents' will, bank statements, or any other... View More
And so what do I do?
answered on Jul 25, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the situation with your parents' estate. In cases where you believe you are entitled to a portion of your parents' money that was taken by your sister, there are several steps you can take to address the issue:
1. Review the Will and Estate Plan... View More
I am not worried that it could be used against me, but more that someone else, possibly pretending to be the owner of the materials would use it in their own case.
answered on Jul 25, 2024
If your property or identity is stolen, it could potentially be used as evidence in court by an impersonator. However, the legitimacy and admissibility of such evidence would depend on various factors, including the ability to prove the theft and the identity of the true owner.
Intellectual... View More
I am not worried that it could be used against me, but more that someone else, possibly pretending to be the owner of the materials would use it in their own case.
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answered on Jul 26, 2024
If your property is stolen or your identity is used by someone else, it can be concerning to think about how it might be used. In court, evidence must be authenticated, meaning the court has to be convinced that the evidence is what the person presenting it claims it to be. If someone is... View More
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
If you have been out of the U.S. for more than 9 months and your I-131 is still pending, it’s important to take immediate action. Being out of the country for such a long period can affect your green card status. You might need to provide a valid reason for your extended absence.
Contact... View More
Can a property deed for jointly owned property in Massachusetts contain language (if mutually agreed upon by the joint owners) within the deed that prevents any joint owner of that property from selling his share of that property without the consent of the other joint owners and if so is such... View More
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answered on Jul 23, 2024
Such an executory estate might be drafted, but it would be difficult for the other tenants to enforce. It could also be deemed unenforceable as a restraint against alienation. No competent attorney would draft such a questionable conveyance. There are many other estates to consider which will... View More
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