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My grandmother passed away in 2023. She had a life insurance policy with Ohama Liberty for $75,000, intended to benefit her grandchildren. I'm her granddaughter, and while my older sister was adopted by my grandparents, my mother only helped towards my grandmother's last days. I am unsure... View More 
answered on Apr 10, 2025
A Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry about the loss of your grandmother. It sounds like your grandmother took out a policy with Mutual of Omaha. If you're getting nowhere, one option, before spending money on attorneys, could be to... View More
I got married to my ex-husband two years ago while I was on a J1 visa and in status. He filed for my adjustment of status, but now our marriage is ending due to his alcoholism and drug use, along with his lack of financial support. Recently, I received a message from USCIS saying my case was denied... View More
answered on Mar 31, 2025
If you were the victim of emotional or physical spousal abuse, then you could file an independent petition for a green card under the violence against woman act. The success of an application would depend upon the unique facts of your case. If he was an alcoholic, and he was threatening to withhold... View More
My job is having me taking care of electrolyte waste, toxic waste, flammable liquid, flammable solid, aerosol flammable gas, cathode slurry, anode slurry, phosphoric acid solution, UN1805, UN3175, UN2924, UN3077, xylene, UN2811, etc. I am doing all this job without proper PPE, without proper... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2025
A Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Those are some nasty substances you're dealing with. Some of the things you mention are general headings for waste streams, but they can pose health risks, depending on their concentrations and your level of... View More
I am dealing with a situation where the family court has entered a judgment for the division of several joint accounts, but the defendant has delayed execution and transferred the joint assets. The defendant's appeal has been dismissed, and there is a motion without progress. Currently,... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2025
A lis pendens (or "notice of pending litigation") is typically used in real estate disputes to provide public notice that a legal claim is affecting a property. In Nevada, a lis pendens is generally limited to cases involving title or interest in real property and may not apply directly... View More
I was convicted of a domestic violence charge in 2013 that I did not commit. There were no witnesses, statements, or evidence against me; my mother, who was drinking at the time, called the police. I accepted the charge to get out of jail and have since avoided visiting my mother to prevent further... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2025
Clearing or removing a prior conviction—especially a domestic violence conviction—in Nevada generally involves a formal legal process such as expungement, record sealing, or seeking a pardon. Nevada law does allow for sealing certain criminal records after meeting specific conditions, which... View More
I recently discovered a minor discrepancy in my divorce documents. My last name is printed with an apostrophe on the divorce decree, while it does not appear on the marriage certificate. I noticed this a few days ago but haven't encountered any issues because of it over the years. I... View More
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answered on Mar 3, 2025
A minor discrepancy, such as an apostrophe appearing differently in your name between the divorce decree and the marriage certificate, typically would not invalidate your divorce decree, especially if you've had no practical issues related to it over the years. Courts generally recognize that... View More
I own a property where my parents have a deed of life estate, and my name is on the paperwork as the owner. We previously evicted some people from another property we own, but they have now moved onto the property with the life estate. Despite our objection and telling them to leave, they are... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2025
The life tenants can allow anyone to occupy the property. If you own the reversion, it has not vested in possession yet which is when both life tenants pass. There may be other ways to get them out, especially if they are criminals or owe money to others.
I need administrator of estate paperwork for my father who passed away. I don't believe he had a will, and I'm unsure how to proceed with managing his estate or addressing any potential debts or assets. I need guidance on the legal steps to take.
answered on Feb 26, 2025
Good morning.
Firstly, sorry for your loss.
If your late father was a NV resident, you may have to open a Probate action here. Whether you will need to do this, or what type of Probate may be required depends upon the type/value of his assets. Clark County Probate Court website... View More
Does he still have to sign over his rights if he’s not on the birth certificate? The baby will be born in Las Vegas,Nevada
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answered on Feb 24, 2025
In Nevada, if the biological father is not listed on the birth certificate, he is not automatically recognized as the legal father. However, if he wants to formally relinquish his parental rights, he may still need to go through legal proceedings, especially if you or someone else (such as an... View More
My sister holds a medical power of attorney (POA) for our mother, who lives in Nevada. After our mother suffered a stroke and was initially expected to remain in the hospital, she was released back into a group home while her condition was less than stable. My sister did not notify me of this... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2025
I am sorry to hear your mother suffered a stroke. Such medical events are life changing. From this point forward, your sister has a lot of work, which can be very stressful and unsatisfying.
In re your sister's authority as agent under your mother's Power of Attorney for... View More
With names changed here to protect me - I sell salt and shakers on Amazon and used a popular keyword such as "Black & White" to register a brand name with the USPTO. This is a keyword many sellers are using as a phrase, but none registered. The USPTO approved my mark for the name... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2025
Keywords are descriptive of the product. Trademark law allows your competitors to use words to physically describe their products, such as "black and white" shakers.
If anyone was using "black and white" as a brand for their salt and pepper shakers before you registered... View More
I filed the motion after a job change and it was completed in court without opposition. After being laid off, I filed another motion to reduce child support, but the plaintiff filed a counter motion accusing me of intentionally being underemployed and is now calling into question the circumstances... View More
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answered on Jan 31, 2025
In Nevada family law, while finalized motions typically cannot be re-litigated, child support is always modifiable based on changed circumstances. Here’s how it applies to your situation:
1. Can a Prior Child Support Motion Be Revisited?
If your first motion was properly... View More
I filed the motion after a job change and it was completed in court without opposition. After being laid off, I filed another motion to reduce child support, but the plaintiff filed a counter motion accusing me of intentionally being underemployed and is now calling into question the circumstances... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2025
If there was an express finding of a certain fact, then that cannot usually reversed absent a showing of fraud, etc. But usually a child support order just reduces the child support to a certain amount, without any express findings of fact regarding the circumstances behind it.
That does... View More
My grandmother recently passed away and myself and father are co-executors of her estate and trust. I live out of state and my father is trying to execute without acknowledging me as his co-executor and not being up front about what he is doing. I am Looking for an attorney to represent me as a... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
It’s crucial to consult with an attorney to address this matter effectively. Being a co-executor gives you specific rights and responsibilities, and an attorney can ensure that your role is acknowledged and that the estate is managed properly according to the terms of the trust and state laws.... View More
Her dad used her name to buy it, but he used his money to pay it off. Her married name is still on the assessor's information.
answered on Dec 26, 2024
Maybe. In general, quitclaiming or deeding a property does eliminate your interest in the property. But sometimes there are ways to get some or all of it back. The answer depends on the laws of your state and the specific circumstances.
In Nevada, it is usually possible to re-acquire a... View More
Meaning since the initial preliminary hearing petitions, depositions, and legally submitted documents that the court clerk allowed. Had the plaintiffs name incorrectly spelled for more then for almost 2 years. Also, the children in question that were twins, there birthdays were constantly... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2024
In theory, yes, you can file a motion to dismiss, perhaps for failure to state a claim or lack of jurisdiction over the parties due to errors in their names. You could also try a motion for summary judgment, showing that the pleadings are factually wrong.
But faced with the sort of... View More
I don't want to make this easy for him. What he did to me is beyond belief after 24 years of marriage. I would Iike to know my options .
answered on Dec 12, 2024
Proper service does not require 'acceptance.' If the papers are handed to you or otherwise placed into your knowing possession, then you have been served. Service can also be made by giving the papers to an adult staying at your home. In Nevada, service can even be made to a guard in a... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2024
A marriage in one state is given 'full faith and credit' in all other states. The same goes for divorces: a divorce in one state is recognized in all other states.
You need to get divorced in the state in which either you or your husband currently resides: this may be neither... View More
I am from South America and entered the U.S. by crossing the border running and was detained by CBP. I sought asylum under the Biden administration in 2024 and currently have a pending asylum case and a future immigration court date. While in the U.S., I met the love of my life (a women) which I... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
So an immigrant who has been inspected to at the border and filed a proper timely asylum claim can marry a US citizen and be sponsored for a marriage base green card case. However, because you have indicated that your ground of Asylum is based upon the fact that you are gay man and your country... View More
How can I challenge the legality of the adoption of my son?
Which was finalized in Washoe County without proper notice or due process, despite my role as his primary caregiver?
How can I seek to vacate the adoption order based on procedural irregularities, fraud, and... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
Legal issues surround challenging the legitimacy of your son's adoption particularly in light of allegations of fraud, deception, lack of appropriate notice, and violations of due process rights. To properly negotiate this process, one need speak with a Nevada family law attorney versed in... View More
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