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answered on Aug 2, 2024
My colleague is correct. These can be complex settings. Local courts in the country of the incident could be a primary forum. The nation where the corporation is headquartered or does business could also be possible venue, depending on the nation's codes of civil procedure, and if the... View More 
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
Yes, you can travel to Mexico with a Haitian passport if you are living in the United States, but you will need to meet certain requirements. First, check if you need a visa to enter Mexico. Haitian citizens typically need a visa to visit Mexico, so you should contact the nearest Mexican consulate... View More
Under the Viena Convention of similar treaty how do you secure the physical safety of a head of state in foreign land?
The president of Ecuador is basically permanently 'exiling' his VP to Telaviv Israel, to "help" solve the Hamas/Israel war [in reality, he has a... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
Under international law, specifically the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, the physical safety and security of a head of state or other high-ranking officials in a foreign country is primarily the responsibility of the host nation. This responsibility is grounded in the principle of... View More
I was a victim of a romance scam from 2017 to 2020 but cut ties afterwards. Recently, I was informed that the scammer named me as complicit to the Nigerian government. While I haven't received any official legal notices from Nigeria, I did receive an indictment letter via email from US federal... View More
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answered on Mar 21, 2025
You have received some alarming communications, and it’s understandable that you’re concerned about the possibility of a lawsuit from a foreign government. It is uncommon for a government like Nigeria to initiate a class action suit against an individual under these circumstances.
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I was the victim of a romance scam from 2017 to 2020, with the scammer based in Nigeria while I am in the United States. After cutting ties with the scammer, federal agents and lawyers have contacted me, claiming that the Nigerian government is filing a class action lawsuit against me for $122,000... View More
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answered on Mar 21, 2025
You should be very cautious when receiving such claims because foreign governments rarely file lawsuits against individuals in this manner. It is common for scammers to use intimidating language, fake case numbers, and urgent payment requests to pressure you into making a mistake.
You can... View More
Can a foreign government, such as Nigeria, sue me in a class action lawsuit for allegedly being involved in a romance scam from 2017 to 2020? I cut ties with the scammer, but I was informed that the scammer named me to the Nigerian government as being complicit. I haven't received any official... View More
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answered on Mar 21, 2025
You are unlikely to face a class action lawsuit directly from Nigeria, especially if you were not actively involved in the scam. It appears that any legal attention is coming from U.S. federal agents, which suggests that the investigation is centered on domestic matters rather than an international... View More
I am looking for legal action against my aunt and an agent in New Zealand due to a scam involving a study visa for my sister. We trusted my aunt, who has been in New Zealand for 30 years, and paid 6 lakh Indian rupees to an agent as per her advice. This was for a study visa that never materialized,... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2025
You're facing a challenging situation with your aunt and this agent in New Zealand. Cross-border fraud cases require careful navigation of both countries' legal systems, but you do have options to pursue justice.
First, gather all evidence including bank statements, communications... View More
I'm trying to understand if the principle of subsidiarity, as referenced in the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR), applies to all international law or if it's specific to EU law. Could someone clarify the general applicability of this principle across different treaties and... View More
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answered on Feb 18, 2025
The principle of subsidiarity extends beyond EU law, though it has become most prominently associated with European Union governance. You'll find this concept deeply embedded in EU treaties, where it guides decision-making between Union-level and member state actions.
In broader... View More
I am an American citizen whose son was murdered by terrorists in the October 7 massacre. I would like to join a class action lawsuit being filed by other victims' families. I have documentation proving what happened but I'm unsure of any deadlines or procedures for joining such a lawsuit.... View More
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answered on Feb 18, 2025
I am deeply sorry for the devastating loss of your son in this horrific attack. No parent should ever have to endure such profound grief and trauma.
You can connect with organizations like the Israel Terror Victims Association (ITVA) or the Shurat HaDin Israel Law Center, which are... View More
I am both an Ecuadorian and a U.S. citizen by birthright. I wish to renounce my Ecuadorian citizenship by the end of the year. I've attempted to contact the Ecuadorian Embassy, but they have not been responsive. Could you provide guidance on how to proceed with renouncing my Ecuadorian... View More
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answered on Feb 16, 2025
Renouncing Ecuadorian citizenship requires careful consideration and specific steps through the Ecuadorian government. Since you've already tried contacting the embassy without success, your next step should be to submit a formal written request to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Human... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2024
You could repost this and add "Immigration Law" as a category - that's probably why the question was overlooked and remained open until now. Attorneys in that category are familiar with visa matters. Good luck
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
The power to control foreign aid, including military assistance, is shared between the President and Congress. The President, as the head of the executive branch, has the authority to propose and direct foreign policy, but Congress holds the power of the purse.
If you're concerned... View More
I mean, what is the legal effect of such announcements? is it limited to the parties of that case? or the government have to terminate this treaty?
and do we have any example for such a case?
Sincerely
Young researcher
answered on Sep 5, 2023
It depends on the particular facts and circumstances and whether the treaty is self-executing or not.
In Medellin v Texas, the Supreme Court determined that a treaty between the United States and Mexico pertaining to Mexican nationals charged with crimes in the United States did not require... View More
My stepfather came from Poland at ten years old with only one brother and parents (all deceased). He was with my mom for forty years and never mentioned Polish relatives as he was here since a child. He named me and my siblings in his will specifically. I am named executor of his estate in NYC. The... View More
answered on May 12, 2023
If the decedent has no children or spouse the Court requires an affidavit of Heirship. Sometimes the attorney draftsman will take information directly from the testator now the decedent and he can provide a supporting affidavit. Your attorney should submit an affidavit of Heirship if someone can... View More
Hi, I'm starting a nonprofit organization in Canada to do online arts programming with young people who stutter in Canada and in the US. The organization will operate entirely online and from Canada, but will hire US employees. My goal is to be fiscally sponsored by a nonprofit (Fractured... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2023
As a Canadian nonprofit organization that receives an EIN in the US and hires US employees, you may have US tax obligations. However, whether or not you need to pay US taxes will depend on a number of factors, including the nature and extent of your activities in the US and the terms of any... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2023
If you have sole physical custody of your child, you may be able to relocate internationally with your child depending on the terms of your joint legal custody agreement and the laws of your state.
In general, relocation with a child may require court approval or agreement from the other... View More
I have an American client who has stocks, bonds, and other liquid assets in Russia currently frozen. The US and EU sanctions don’t apply to me, to the client, or to these assets. Can US lawyers help me sell, transfer, or otherwise get them out?
answered on Feb 27, 2023
I’ve been asked a number of times about getting investment money out of Russia without violating US and EU sanctions and avoiding Russian monetary limitations enacted in response to the sanctions. Indeed, the topic appeared in a recent article in Bloomberg, but, handled correctly, this topic has... View More
Hi I am a F1 visa status international student from Japan. My friend (he is an US citizen) asked me to be his co-founder for his company. I am scheduled to leave the States this year after graduation. I was wondering if I can be his co-founder and, if so, what are some regulations/processes I have... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2023
There are complicated immigration rules regarding volunteering, working, and passive investing on your F-1 visa. Your OPT might be useful if the work is related to your degree. Then there is the possibility of if a change of status to L-1, for example. Without assessing the specifics of your case... View More
I've had items in storage w/ a company in Canada since the pandemic. I asked them to ship them to NY home & have asked for months. I asked for a quote on multiple occasions, they gave me one but I couldn't afford it then. With the most recent they sent me an email saying they were... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2022
The answer will depend on the terms of the agreement. Moving or Storage Companies usually place a cap in the amount of their liability in case the items are lost. The agreements usually require the customer to secure insurance to cover any damages in excess of this cap.
If the value of the... View More
I want to create a VOD website for movies. The idea is that it will work as a fundraising site for artists, so That the projects will be presented to customers who will then donate to finance the production of the movie, once it is produced they will receive a copy of the film, to stream in our... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2022
It sounds like a crowdfunding campaign for a creative project in development, where the entrepreneur takes back orders before actually having the inventory to fill the orders. Check out kickstarter as a possible starting point. Many creative entrepreneurs have used it to successfully launch their... View More
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