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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Family Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Child Custody for Nevada on
Q: Can the plaintiff ask for their case to be cleared or thrown out due to many inefficiencies and errors in Affidavit?

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

Philip Spradling
Philip Spradling
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...
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Q: Whats the next step?

If my case wasn't granted an appeal until 1 year later and because of the delay in the I had a hearing the judge automatically went to deference in the mean time then at my appeal hearing I was told the appellant judge didn't have jurisdiction to grant the appeal what do I do next when... View More

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answered on Aug 12, 2024

Navigating the appeals process can be quite complex, especially when there are delays and jurisdictional issues involved. If your appeal was delayed and the appellant judge determined they didn’t have jurisdiction, it’s important to understand why this decision was made and what your options... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Admiralty / Maritime and Arbitration / Mediation Law for Nevada on
Q: Can Nevada attorneys have a Order Incident to add certain payment amounts to a QDRO.

The defense added what I was to pay (my half) like the QDRO amount I owed, the Mediation amount owed was to be paid from my Money Purchase account. When it was written into the amended divorce decree I explained to my attorney and the defense attorney that the plan would not approve third party... View More

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answered on Mar 15, 2023

In Nevada, an attorney may be able to request an Order Incident to add certain payment amounts to a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) if it is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The QDRO is a legal document that directs a retirement plan administrator to pay a portion of... View More

Q: I need to file an appeal on an administrative hearing decision with the NV State Board of Massage Therapy.

I asked what the process was for an appeal and was told I could appeal using NRS233B.130. What type of lawyer do I need?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on May 28, 2022

A Nevada attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You could reach out to attorneys who handle government/administrative law (which you've already chosen), education law, professional license/certificate matters, civil litigation, and probably a few other... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law and Divorce for Nevada on
Q: I have 2 questions. Is a will still good after divorce? do I need to file divorce papers if it states im lefthousedeath?

Is a will still good after divorce? My mom remarried but ex step dad did not, thet were still friends having other kids together. The will leaves her pretty much everything is it still valid even though they divorced? My second ? In their divorce papers its stated that she is to be left the house... View More

Bonnie M Lonardo
Bonnie M Lonardo
answered on Dec 11, 2020

Nevada law does nullify an ex spouse as a beneficiary in a will dated before the time of divorce. All other beneficiaries in the will do however remain valid. If, as you say, the house was explicitly mentioned in the divorce decree as being left to your mother, then this may stand regardless of the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Civil Litigation for Nevada on
Q: Can I be held responsible for damage to my neighbors unit?

I live in a Common Interest Community; and have been accused of putting materials [such a paint, drywall, construction materials, etc...] down the drain. There was damage to their bathroom with this stuff coming up out of their drain. The plumbing is shared between mine and the neighboring unit. I... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 20, 2019

I'm sorry for your difficult situation. You could ask to see the report and conclusions of the plumber whose determination is used to establish liability. If those findings are against you, you could consider the option of contacting a plumber of your own for a second opinion. If some sort of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law for Nevada on
Q: Is a text message admissible in court
Jonathan Craig Reed
Jonathan Craig Reed
answered on Nov 21, 2013

Probably, yes, if it can be authenticated. You asked about court. In arbitration there are usually more relaxed standards for admitting evidence.

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