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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

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
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
Tax prep services

answered on Jun 13, 2024
In Mississippi, sales tax is generally applied to the sale of tangible personal property and certain specified services. Accounting services, including tax preparation, do not fall under the category of services subject to sales tax in the state.
When you seek accounting services or tax... View More

answered on Jun 10, 2024
If you have expunged your record, you may still be able to get a gun permit, but the process and requirements can vary depending on your location. First, check the specific laws in your state or country, as each jurisdiction has different rules about gun ownership and expunged records.... View More

answered on Jun 3, 2024
To find precise definitions about blocking a driveway in Mississippi, you should start by looking at the Mississippi state laws and local ordinances. You can check the Mississippi Code Annotated, specifically the sections related to traffic regulations and parking. These laws often detail what... View More
it isn't paid in full yet, and still in my/my wife's name? Am I still responsible even if he's not living at home?

answered on May 18, 2024
Addendum - again, it is important not to change the policy/cancel the policy without notifying your son. It could be more than simply a vehicle administrative matter - in many jurisdictions, driving without insurance is a misdemeanor. Good luck
There is no way my bill should be $899-751 monthly every year at those times.. Nor should they be allowed to charge what they want as they feel so

answered on Mar 16, 2024
It's understandable that you're concerned about the high electricity bills from Central Electric in Mississippi during January to April. Utilities, including electric companies, are typically regulated by state commissions, which set the rates they can charge. These rates are supposed to... View More
The handicap card I had displaying on my windshield. I have it because my disabled mother lives with me and we are sharing my car at the moment while we get her vehicle fixed . I am her sole caretaker and my vehicle is the one she rides in. How can this be legal ? I have two small children and my... View More

answered on Feb 25, 2024
It sounds like you're going through a very stressful and unfair situation. Being towed under these circumstances, especially when you rely on your vehicle for essential duties as a caretaker, is incredibly challenging. The first step is to gather all relevant documentation, including the... View More
I gave a Notice of Claim relating to an incident on December 22, 2024. I submitted the Notice on March 10, 2025. I understand that I must file the lawsuit within the first 90 days, and I'm seeking clarification on whether I have an additional 90 days to file the lawsuit, given that I am... View More

answered on May 16, 2025
In Mississippi, after submitting a Notice of Claim, you generally have 90 days to file a lawsuit. This is the initial period you need to adhere to. If you don’t file within those 90 days, the court might dismiss your case. However, there could be circumstances that allow for an extension,... View More
I am dealing with a situation involving Mississippi Code 11-46-1. I gave a Notice of Claim on March 10, 2025, regarding a potential lawsuit against the state or an employee. I believe this code may grant an additional 90 days to file the lawsuit, but I haven't received a response from the... View More

answered on May 16, 2025
Yes, under Mississippi law, once you file a Notice of Claim under Mississippi Code Title 11, Chapter 46 (commonly known as the Mississippi Tort Claims Act), there is a specific waiting period and a timing rule for filing your lawsuit. The law requires that you give the government entity 90 days to... View More
I gave a Notice of Claim to the Executive Director of state government in relation to false testimony on March 10, 2025. I am unsure whether I was supposed to file the Notice of Claim or if serving it was sufficient according to Mississippi Code 11-46-11. Did I handle the Notice of Claim process... View More

answered on May 16, 2025
Under Mississippi law, specifically **Mississippi Code § 11-46-11**, serving a **Notice of Claim** is a required **prerequisite** before you can file a lawsuit against a governmental entity or employee. You do **not** file the Notice of Claim with the court at this stage. Instead, you **serve** it... View More
My husband was arrested and went to court, where he plead guilty to several charges, including no tag, no insurance, no seatbelt, improper headlight, and a bench warrant, but not to disorderly conduct. The initial no ID charge was dropped because he possesses an ID but did not have it with him at... View More

answered on May 15, 2025
It’s understandable that you’re concerned about the disorderly conduct charge, especially since it wasn’t included in the initial list of charges your husband received. The first thing you should do is clarify the situation with the court. You can reach out to the court clerks to ask for more... View More
In Mississippi, isn't CPS supposed to contact family members before placing children into foster care, especially in cases involving medical neglect? Despite being in contact with CPS, no family members were reached out to before separating the children.

answered on May 15, 2025
In Mississippi, Child Protective Services (CPS) is generally required to consider family members as potential placements before placing children in foster care. However, this requirement can depend on the specific circumstances of the case, especially when the child’s immediate safety or... View More
I filed my first Notice of Claim related to a lawsuit in Mississippi without an attorney, and it's been over 90 days. Am I allowed to have another 90 days to file an additional Notice of Claim, considering there have been no changes in my situation?

answered on May 15, 2025
In Mississippi, the Notice of Claim process typically has a strict 90-day deadline for filing, especially for certain types of lawsuits, such as tort claims against government entities. Once the 90 days have passed, it is often difficult to extend the time frame for submitting a second Notice of... View More
I submitted a Notice of Claim to the state of Mississippi regarding an eviction issue involving state employees who handle government HUD funds, but I received no response. I am still in the process of finding an attorney. I read that once the other party responds, I have an additional 90 days to... View More

answered on May 15, 2025
In Mississippi, once you file a Notice of Claim against the state or its employees, the law gives them 90 days to respond before you are allowed to file a lawsuit. This waiting period is meant to give the state a fair chance to investigate and resolve the issue without litigation. If they don’t... View More
I'm permitted and tagged with Mississippi, which has a weight limit of 88,000 pounds with a harvest permit. Arkansas has a limit of 85,000 pounds with a harvest permit. Despite a reciprocal agreement between the two states, the Arkansas DOT officers continue issuing tickets for being over... View More

answered on May 15, 2025
Reciprocal agreements between states often allow certain commercial vehicle privileges across state lines, but they don’t always guarantee full acceptance of all permit types—especially when it comes to weight limits. Even if Mississippi allows 88,000 pounds with a harvest permit, Arkansas... View More
I was evicted from a government-funded apartment in Mississippi after representing myself at the eviction hearing. During the hearing, the Executive Director of the apartments and the Maintenance Director lied under oath, claiming they followed all HUD rules and regulations for all tenants. I have... View More

answered on May 14, 2025
You can start by gathering all your lease documents, court transcripts, and any evidence showing the directors’ sworn statements were false. Take these materials to the district attorney’s office in the county where the eviction occurred and ask them to review your evidence for possible perjury... View More
I need an attorney who will work on a contingency basis for a case involving public corruption. The apartment I was evicted from was funded by HUD, and the management allegedly lied during the eviction hearing. I have documents proving these lies, which seem to implicate management in misusing... View More

answered on Apr 16, 2025
It sounds like you’re dealing with a serious matter involving both housing rights and possible government misconduct. If the management of a HUD-funded property knowingly lied during your eviction proceedings and misused federal funds, that can trigger both civil and possibly criminal liability.... View More
I submitted a Notice of Claim to a state government agency in Mississippi regarding a compensatory lawsuit on March 10, 2025. I haven't received any response yet. I believe my deadline to file the lawsuit is today, April 11, 2025, based on Mississippi law, which requires a Notice of Claim with... View More

answered on Apr 13, 2025
You’re in a time-sensitive situation, and it’s important to act promptly. Under Mississippi law, the state government typically has **90 days** to respond to a Notice of Claim before you can proceed with filing a lawsuit. Since you submitted your notice on March 10, 2025, your 90-day period... View More
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