I was born under one last name. I was step-parent adopted, and my last name changed, as a child. I was married, and my last name changed again.
Is there a way to go back to the last name I was born under, before the adoption, without losing my adopted last name on my birth certificate? Is... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2024
In every state there is a legal method for changing your legal name without changing the name on your birth certificate. You might even find self help forms on the court’s website. If not, you should hire an attorney to help you navigate the process.
The Supreme Court only allowed rent recovery and the eviction still pending. I don’t know if the clerk should get the Writ signed by the judge or not.
answered on Mar 2, 2024
Based on the limited details provided, it does not seem appropriate for the clerk to issue a writ of possession if the court only granted a judgment for recovery of rent and the eviction case is still pending.
Typically, a writ of possession is an order directed to the sheriff to remove... View More
Should the local planning board accept his application? There is a Planning Board meeting tonight an I will be raising this issue and would like to know if the local government board should be considering this application where NH Law requires that foreign corporations register with the Secretary... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2024
If a Massachusetts LLC, which has not registered as a foreign corporation in New Hampshire, has purchased land in NH, the question of whether the local planning board should accept its application is nuanced. Under New Hampshire law, foreign corporations (which include LLCs formed in other states)... View More
My grandson was screaming, fighting, a 20-lb strong baby. My son lost his temper and threw the baby on sofa cushions. My daughter-in-law took baby to hospital , citing child abuse, reported him to CPS, claims my son caused a fracture to one of baby’s ribs. Police are following up, My has no prior... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2024
The allegations are very serious. The potential exists for there to be felony charges depending on if there was in fact a serious bodily injury. It is vital that your son not talk to the police or DCYF without speaking to a defense lawyer. The facts may also reveal that it was not a criminal... View More
If registered owner not present during questionable traffic stop of friends leads local police to have properly parked unattended vehicle towed for search/detention absent documentation of legal cause later shown to owner...yet owner now faces loss of property without the income to keep satisfying... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2024
If you're a registered owner of a vehicle that was towed under questionable circumstances, you have the right to dispute the towing and any associated fees. The process typically involves requesting a post-tow hearing or similar administrative review in your jurisdiction. This is a platform... View More
If registered owner not present during questionable traffic stop of friends leads local police to have properly parked unattended vehicle towed for search/detention absent documentation of legal cause later shown to owner...yet owner now faces loss of property without the income to keep satisfying... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2024
If your vehicle was towed following a traffic stop involving others, and you believe this was done without legal cause, you have the right to dispute the towing and the associated fees. The first step is to request a tow hearing, which is your legal right. This hearing is an opportunity to argue... View More
I saw my school administrator waiting for me at my street address after school hours for no reason at all as I drove by her she then left as I drove past and continued
answered on Jan 10, 2024
It's unusual for a school administrator to visit a student's home without a clear reason, and it can raise concerns. There are protocols and policies in most schools regarding staff interactions with students outside of school hours and premises, especially for home visits.
If... View More
Should I withdraw now, or wait to see if it’s dismissed by the judge?
answered on Jan 3, 2024
The significant increase in your Chapter 13 payment plan from $500 to $3500 is a substantial change and warrants careful consideration of your options. First, it's important to understand why the payment was increased. This could be due to changes in your income, expenses, or adjustments to... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2024
To locate all liens on your property in New Hampshire, there are a few steps you can take beyond checking the NH Registry of Deeds. While the Registry is a primary source for this information, it's possible that not all liens are recorded there, or they may not be easy to find due to indexing... View More
our friends 2 kids were in car,no one hurt.good samaritans on scene,fire and police eventually .she was rushed to hospital.they told her she had a concussion,released her.police have impounded vehicle .the police havent talked to her AT ALL! next day dcyf calls her ex,hes not to let fr her alone... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2023
In your situation, it's essential to understand that you do have rights, and your wife has rights as well. Here are some key points to consider:
Access to Personal Belongings: You have the right to access personal belongings that are in the impounded vehicle. However, the police may be... View More
she has no recollection ,asnd her ex boyfriend allegedly got a call that dcyf is taking kids tomorrow.no one will speak to her.its sunday,happened sat.what can she do?
answered on Dec 12, 2023
Your wife should take immediate steps in response to the complex situation.
If the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) gets involved, she should cooperate fully, answering questions honestly and maintaining politeness.
It's crucial to gather relevant documents,... View More
Owners of the property saw him on there cameras and they called the police. He ran and left my bike behind are the cops allowed to keep it? His court dates are all cleaned up and they wanted proof it was mine so I showed pictures of it in my yard and they are saying that it could have been stolen... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2023
In this situation, the police may retain the bike temporarily as part of their investigation, especially if there's uncertainty about its ownership. It's important to continue cooperating with the police, providing any additional evidence you have that supports your claim of ownership.... View More
The app/account is deleted but he keeps trying to use it even though it doesn’t work. I HAD a protection order in place that has since been stopped for abuse.
answered on Nov 17, 2023
In New Hampshire, unauthorized use of a financial instrument, like a cash app card, can be considered illegal, especially if the card is registered in your name.
Even if the card is locked and the account is deleted, attempts to use it could potentially be viewed as attempted fraud or... View More
this is their wording on an illegal by our contract mail-in vote...attendance to annual meetings is mandatory for all members .The board will consider any requests for absentee ballots that include a reason such as hospitalization or out of state .attendance to the annual is a basic responsibility... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2023
RSA 205-A defines a manufactured housing park as any parcel of land under common ownership or control that contains, or is designed to contain, two or more manufactured housing units such as mobile homes. Owners and operators of manufactured housing parks are prohibited from:
Requiring more... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2023
Accessing funds from an estate account should only be done by the executor or administrator of the estate, and only for legitimate estate expenses as allowed by law and the will, if one exists. Rent owed by the estate can be a legitimate expense, but it must be documented and justified as such. You... View More
Hello. My husband is incarcerated currently and he is served the same lunch option EVERY DAY! Bologna. Green rotten bologna that is inedible, like they are animals. I don't know much about how much the state benefits from taxes )amount wise) but i DO know what I pay in taxes and the state of... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2023
If your husband is receiving inadequate meals in incarceration, this may be a matter to bring to the attention of the appropriate authorities within the correctional facility. Each state has standards for prisoner treatment that typically include the provision of nutritious and safe meals. Moldy... View More
Kids tested positive for high levels of lead. We have made all payments for the stay and the landlord had granted us stay in the apt since we have been on time with the rent payments. However now the property needs to be lead abated and us relocated. He's telling us he's going to take it... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2023
In New Hampshire, landlords have an obligation to provide habitable premises, and the presence of high lead levels could violate this. If the property needs lead abatement and you must be relocated, the landlord's duty to provide habitable housing remains, regardless of your eviction status.... View More
For the past six years the VA overpaid me for compensation and pension benefits. All that time I thought the benefit was a lifetime benefit. My stupidity is no excuse, but the VA paid me the benefits every month. At the time VA homeless shelter personnel collaborated with me to get the compensation... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2023
Your Justia inquiry came in as a "Bankruptcy" question, so I assume you think that is the way to go. It might be. First, you may be judgment proof and filing might be unnecessary. Second, the VA might have a process in place to deal with this. If it's Bankruptcy, I'm... View More
For the past six years the VA overpaid me for compensation and pension benefits. All that time I thought the benefit was a lifetime benefit. My stupidity is no excuse, but the VA paid me the benefits every month. At the time VA homeless shelter personnel collaborated with me to get the compensation... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2023
You should contact the VA as soon as possible to clarify the situation and explore your options. They may offer repayment plans that consider your current income and ability to pay. It's also possible to dispute the debt if you believe the overpayment was not due to any fault of your own or if... View More
If we create a C-corp business, e.g. ABC Widgets, Inc but then create a DBA in a person's name, e.g. Jane Doe, DBA ABC Widgets, Inc, does Jane Doe also benefit from the liability protection of ABC Widgets, Inc? Would Jane incur any personal liability from this type of business structure?
answered on Oct 16, 2023
No, a person who is a DBA as a C-corp does not enjoy the liability protection of the C-corp. A DBA is simply a fictitious name that a business can use to operate under. It does not create a separate legal entity from the owner of the business. In the case of your example, if Jane Doe creates a... View More
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