I’m sorry you’re going through this — being in pain and facing expenses after an accident like this is incredibly difficult, especially with limited insurance coverage. Here’s a clear, Louisiana-specific breakdown of your options for both medical bills and legal recovery:

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In Idaho, you can request a certified birth certificate from the Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics, and they accept alternative identity proofs when photo ID is unavailable.

A rent bill alone is not sufficient, but you can use a combination of documents, such as:... View More

Unfortunately, your enlistment in the National Guard does not directly grant immigration benefits to your mother.

However, there are limited situations where military family members may benefit:

The U.S. government can grant Parole in Place (PIP) for immediate relatives of... View More

I'm sorry for your ordeal. Yes, it is possible you have a case. You could discuss further with attorneys who have experience with applicable federal and military law involving such settings. If attorneys saw a claim they found viable to pursue, they would want to retrieve all records to review... View More

I am so sorry to hear this! In Virginia, both parents have equal legal rights to their child unless and until a court order says otherwise. That means your wife does not have the legal authority to unilaterally prevent you from having contact or knowledge of your son.

To establish and... View More

Since your spouse entered without inspection (EWI), adjustment of status is not normally available unless Parole in Place (PIP) is granted.

If PIP is approved, then you may file I-485 and request advance parole.

If PIP is denied, and you instead pursue I-601A waiver and consular... View More

IIf you want to use a firearm, it depends on whether the domestic violence charge was a felony. Because

Florida Statute 790.23 provides that "...

(1) It is unlawful for any person to own or to have in his or her care, custody, possession, or control any firearm,... View More

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There is no rule that says someone's military status means the other person automatically gets custody. There are multiple factors that the court considers in awarding custody.

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(3) In determining the best interests of the child, the judge may consider any relevant... View More

I do not believe that the VA recognizes health conditions in family members as service-connected due to a veteran’s radiation exposure. Therefore, there is no established policy for compensating descendants for conditions like your breast cancer or your son’s brain tumor. Consult with an... View More

Under Texas law, if you are listed as a parent on a child’s birth certificate AND have provided financial support, then you are presumed to be the father. Aside from that, any child born during your marriage is also your presumed child. This legal presumption applies regardless of biological... View More

You need to consult with a local licensed attorney asap.

But before you do, get a copy of your lease — the lawyer is going to need that to answer fully. “I’m unsure” of how the lease deals with court costs isn’t going to cut the mustard.

That said, generally this sounds... View More

Were you involved a "radiation-risk activity" recognized by the VA, such as:

Participation in atmospheric nuclear weapons testing (1945–1962).

Occupation of Hiroshima or Nagasaki (August 6, 1945–July 1, 1946).

Cleanup of Enewetak Atoll (1977–1980).... View More

Under California law, medical malpractice claims must generally be filed within one year of discovery under MICRA (Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 340.5), but your case may also involve federal claims against the VA or military contractors. Since radiation exposure and service-related injuries are complex,... View More

If you want the Court to enter an order of custody and a set parenting time schedule, you generally need to file the original custody action in the county where the minor child is residing. If the child was residing in Nebraska, the general process includes filing the custody action with the... View More

Thank you for your service. I don't have good news—you cannot modify your CS arrears like that. What should have taken place was a CS modification on your monthly obligation (different from arrears) when your income changed substantially. If it's been more than 10 years since your child... View More

The VA has strict requirements for proof of presence in Hiroshima or Nagasaki during August 6, 1945–July 1, 1946, which frequently causes denials of claims if records are incomplete or if the veteran served in nearby areas (e.g., on ships supporting the occupation).

You can 1. request... View More

Generally to access bank account information they need a subpoena issued to the bank. However, businesses often turn over CCTV and internal records without subpoenas or search warrants since they want to facilitate the arrest/prosecution. Generally, the 4th amendment does not prohibit 3rd parties... View More

Yes, the IRS can hold your money, including freezing your bank account, if they believe you owe back taxes, especially during an investigation of alleged tax debt or fraud.

IRS investigation of a potential tax fraud can take a long time to resolve.

To potentially expedite the... View More

If the child support is suspended, then you may be able to request to "reinstate" the child support once you are back to the Omaha-area so that the travel deviation is no longer appropriate. if the child support was modified to zero under a deviation or terminated, then you likely need... View More

The answer here is going to depend on how the order was treated (if temporary orders or part of a permanent modification). Without looking at the orders/parenting plan/financial plan it is impossible to advise on whether a Motion to reinstate support or Notice of deployment ending would be... View More