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My case worker said the guy handling my case with said go to a pay day loan and see can I get some money. I think that was insulting for a professional law firm to say to or even make that comment. I'm seriously thinking about changing firms. Never once have she asked me how I was doing since... View More 
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answered on Dec 12, 2024
As attorneys, we have very strict requirements on "fronting" or "advancing" client settlement funds. For an attorney, it is always concerning - Is the Client going to keep asking? What if I don't get recovery in their case? Is this a "Loan"? Most lawyers generally... View More
My case worker said the guy handling my case with said go to a pay day loan and see can I get some money. I think that was insulting for a professional law firm to say to or even make that comment. I'm seriously thinking about changing firms. Never once have she asked me how I was doing since... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2024
First the Bar in Mississippi, does not allow for the advancing of funds. If you are not happy with your attorney, I recommend that you contact them and set an appointment with your lawyer and go over your issues with them. If they do not give you answers that provide you peace of mind you can... View More
My case worker said the guy handling my case with said go to a pay day loan and see can I get some money. I think that was insulting for a professional law firm to say to or even make that comment. I'm seriously thinking about changing firms. Never once have she asked me how I was doing since... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2024
As my colleagues correctly point out, attorneys can't front money on cases in general. But in looking at the nature of your expense, it is for medical services, rather than general expenses. You wouldn't be asking this question if there was insurance in some form to cover the services. If... View More
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My spouse is finishing her fellowship on J1 Visa. She wants to do another fellowship but they don't sponsor J1 visa.
I've H1B with approved i140. Can she switch to my H4 and do the next fellowship?
Once the fellowship is done, she can do the Visa waiver job. Is this possible?
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answered on Dec 11, 2024
Section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act prohibits a person who came in J-1 status to the U.S. for graduate medical education from applying for a "nonimmigrant visa under section 1101(a)(15)(H)", which includes H-1B and H-4 visas. Canadian citizens (not Canadian permanent... View More
I had chiropractic sessions for 3 years n returned to work now I'm 39 n all I do is cramp alot because of the severe cold weather I work in. I don't know if it's arthritis or multiple scrirosis which runs in my my family but atm goes dead numb alot
answered on Nov 14, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your accident. You could reach out to local attorneys to see if they could help you review the matter. But unfortunately, since this happened 14 years ago, that timeline probably closes a lot... View More
claimed it was non emergency. Is there any action I can take for this?
answered on Nov 8, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a Mississippi attorney, I don't think you have a case. Across the nation, for the type of setting you describe, nursing homes and hospitals generally require the family to... View More
Two days later I had to go back to the ER, but I went to a different location. I then found out I had tendon damage and nerve damage and was referred to my orthopedic doctor. I ended up needing surgery due to the injury. Would it be considered misdiagnosis/malpractice from the first ER visit I went... View More
answered on Nov 6, 2024
To pursue a claim for medical negligence you must have an expert witness (an M.D. under the facts you have related) who can provide the opinion that the treatment provided by medical staff at the ER during your initial visit deviated from the standard of care applicable to them. Assuming that an... View More
There was no sign or anything to warn me that it was open or anything. No cones or caution tape nothing
answered on Nov 6, 2024
In Mississippi, to win a premises liability case you must prove that there was a dangerous condition that caused your injury. Additionally, you are required to prove that the landowner (or the occupier if not the owner) either: 1. caused the condition; or 2. knew or should have know of its... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Check with your state's DMV and insurance carriers. Not having a title is usually a red flag in most cases for something suspicious, but with an antique car, depending on the age, it might be plausible.... View More
The daughter says that the IRS will not let her do anything with the house (sell, rent, fix up, etc). She says the IRS told her that she's allowed to stay there a few times during the week, but if a family member or friend wants to stay the night or a wknd, she would have to be present the... View More
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answered on Sep 1, 2024
The Federal Tax Lien is a legal tool the IRS uses to help secure and enable tax collection. Liens and other "security instruments" direct third parties to first use any proceeds (cash) from transactions to satisfy (pay-off) the associated debt.
However, not all lens are... View More
The life estate was in my name and brothers name . However upon looking at the Will it states “ I hereby give ,devise and bequeath all property of every kind ,character and description owned by me at the time of my death and wheresover situated unto my son , “my name “
My question is... View More
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answered on Aug 19, 2024
If you were already deeded the life estate (and the remainder went to someone else) in a recorded deed, then the later probated will has no effect on real property the decedent did not own at death. Hire a MS attorney to search the title and determine ownership.
Seller is doing all paperwork not using a realtor. Both trying to save on cost.
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answered on Aug 5, 2024
If you do not get a deed when you pay $ 15K, do not execute this transaction. Do not use a contract for deed, as it is only a lease with an option to purchase (which he will refuse and evict you). Getting a deed and giving a note secured by a deed of trust would suffice. Hire a MS attorney to... View More
my boyfriend bought me a car, car is in his name. the vehicle has no insurance. if i were to get into an accident with no insurance. could they sue the people i live with. ( i live with his parents, and they are the household owners)
answered on Jul 21, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to discuss this with a Mississippi attorney, my advice to you is -
Please don't drive the vehicle without insurance... period. It is treated as a misdemeanor in many... View More
I saw this post on Facebook about a rental property rent to own so I sent these people money thinking I will get the property so I reposted the house tried to rent it out and collected two deposit from them just in case one's back out the next day I noticed I've been locked out of my... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
It sounds like you're in a difficult situation. Given that you have no prior criminal record, it's possible that the court may consider this in your favor during sentencing. However, the outcome will largely depend on the specific details of your case, including the amount of money... View More
my laptop and phone have been tampered with and nude videos and photos are being shown all on the web. Live videos of myself at my resident are shown, I did not and would not ever give any consent of any of this
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about what you're going through. It's crucial to act quickly to protect your privacy and well-being. First, contact local law enforcement immediately to report the unauthorized sharing of your intimate content and the tampering with your devices. They can... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
In Mississippi, a police officer cannot keep your driver's license until a traffic ticket is paid in full. When you receive a traffic ticket, the officer may ask to see your license to record your information, but they must return it to you after issuing the ticket.
You are expected to... View More
I plan to use filters so that the children aren't recognizable unless you've seen the original photo.
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answered on Jun 27, 2024
To answer this question, we need to consider a few key points:
1. Copyright: As the photographer, you own the copyright to the photos you've taken. This generally allows you to use them for various purposes, including in a book.
2. Right of publicity: Even if you own the... View More
I plan to use filters so that the children aren't recognizable unless you've seen the original photo.
answered on Jul 25, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's an analysis of using filtered photos of children in a book illustration:
Legal Considerations:
Even with filters applied, using photographs of identifiable individuals, especially minors, can raise privacy and legal concerns.... View More
I was already in the left lane traveling south bound when I attempted to use a median to cross over to get back onto the interstate to travel northbound. This is when I got hit.
answered on Jun 26, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Something doesn't sound right about what you did. If you drove over a median meant only to separate two lanes of opposing traffic, that may make you liable here. A local attorney could advise more... View More
Can I legally withdraw money from either account without being sued or arrested for theft? What can or can I not do with this money???
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, here's a general overview of the situation, but please note that this is not legal advice and you should consult with a local attorney for specific guidance:
1. Joint accounts: Generally, when two people open a joint account, both parties have equal... View More
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