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I have a judge’s order from an administrative law judge for attorney fees in a civil rights case. I found out this administrative judge does not have the power to award, but I filed a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Now the attorney is stating the fees are being challenged to avoid the bankruptcy. My... View More
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answered on Jan 14, 2025
We cannot answer this question without more information. I assume the attorneys fees were awarded against you. You did not give us any description of what specific civil rights violation you were found liable for (what the ALJ found that you did). Certain debts are not dischargeable in bankruptcy,... View More
Attorneys grounds for withdrawal are said to be medical issues.
If I have to pay another attorney to familiarize themselves with my case, does that not make at least a large portion of my withdrawing attorneys fees that have been charged useless? It appears malicious to send a bill using... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
Your attorney is entitled to be compensated based upon the terms of your fee contract. It is impossible to predict if the attorney's retention of the retainer is justified because we do not know when the medical issues arose. You are entitled to an explanation of what work the attorney did,... View More
A surgeon and surgery center told by spouse that they put in the wrong size hip for his total hip replacement. He has missed ten weeks of work and still owes 8,000 dollars on the erroneous surgery and now has to have it redone.
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answered on Jan 11, 2025
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Suing means filing a lawsuit in court. It is the traditional route of serving the other side with a summons and complaint, conducting discovery (fact-finding and records-gathering), and proceeding toward trial.... View More
I applied for my current position at the CMS hiring enterprise website for a position at my current work location. I was aware that there was another listing on that website for both schools as a full-time and I did not apply for that position. I only applied for my current position as a... View More
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answered on Jan 9, 2025
If you applied, interviewed, and signed a contract for a part-time position at your current location only, you are generally not obligated to work at another location unless you agree to a new contract. Review your original contract carefully to confirm its terms. Politely but firmly inform HR that... View More
Since having my first child in January 2023, there were a few instances of discrimination such as being turned down for an additional role that I was more than qualified for and the reason being communicated that I was a new mom. I became pregnant again in July 2024 and told my manager in Aug 2024.... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
You can ask, but they may not give it to you. However, if you have suffered discrimination based on pregnancy, you must file a charge with the EEOC within 180 days of the discriminatory action. If you do not, you will lose your legal rights. Also, if you sign a severance agreement it will contain a... View More
My grandmother passed away and had a notarized will leaving everything to me. My grandfather is in a nursing home and is aware of the will and the reasoning behind it. He agreed to deed the house to me, we had the same notary come to the nursing home with all necessary paperwork and he signed. The... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
There may be grounds to set aside the Deed but you probably will not know until sued. Was GM's Will probated? If not, it means nothing. Hire a NC to search the title and determine the present estate, which will be scrutinized if you are sued. Do not hire notaries to draft deeds.
The DMV told me that the tiitle was satisfied which means it has no lien on it, I am having some financial difficulties , what actions could they take ?
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answered on Dec 27, 2024
I've had cases where such a lender goes to non-bankruptcy court with a plea of either unilateral or mutual mistake, and gets the title back by court order, but no damages award.
You don't state the value of the auto. If your fiscal problems are serious, speak to an experienced... View More
The DMV told me that the tiitle was satisfied which means it has no lien on it, I am having some financial difficulties , what actions could they take ?
![Lynn Ellen Coleman Lynn Ellen Coleman](http://justatic.com/profile-images/881273-1447149977-sl.jpg)
answered on Dec 27, 2024
As the attorney from Pennsylvania noted, there are court processes available for them to take if they want to get the lien put back on the title. They also can sue you for the balance due once you stop paying on the loan and get a money judgment without seeking possession of the vehicle. This can... View More
I did not sign documentation agreeing to any certain terms with the stipend, yet my employer is claiming since I am not remaining employed for 2 years post-training I will have to repay the stipend amount. I have recently put in my 1 month notice to end employment. She is threatening to sue me for... View More
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answered on Dec 16, 2024
In NC, your employee agreement, if there is one in place, will usually dictate whether you must repay the stipend to your employer. If the contract is silent on this matter, be sure the agreement does not incorporate an employee handbook or another document that informs employees of their... View More
I was dealing with mi car insurance about rates jumping up too high for my next policy and used the chat option that their app have, the person that I interacted with misunderstood what I wanted, I wanted to change my next policies rates and he changed my current one and now they are expecting me... View More
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answered on Dec 13, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. You should be able to remedy this without attorneys. Keep trying to reach them on the phone. It looks like this mix-up resulted limitations in clear communication because of the chat session. Over the... View More
The house in question is in Washington DC. The probate was first filed in North Carolina, since the deceased's primary residence was in NC. The executor is not paying the mortgage even though there are significant cash assets in the estate. Is the estate responsible for paying the mortgage or... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Dec 7, 2024
The beneficiaries are not liable on the note, but take property subject to the note and mortgage/deed of trust. Beneficiaries should file a motion to remove the executor for cause which is detrimental to the Estate. Will may give him discretion on what bills to pay however. Any beneficiary... View More
I want to turn my s-corp into a woman owned company by bringing in my wife as the 51% share holder. This is in order to win contracts that are only open to minority and women owned companies.
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answered on Dec 3, 2024
It depends on a number of issues. First, what type of entity is your company? Is it an LLC or Corporation? Either can elect to be an S-Corp as this is simply an election on how to be taxed by the IRS.
Either way, it would be wise to add your wife as an owner by creating a set of company... View More
I am looking to make an offer on a house in Alamance County, NC. The house has a sizable addition that is only half built. That is, the addition still needs all the finishing work completed, i.e., insulation, drywall, flooring, trim, painting, and HVAC including duct work.
I am... View More
![Shane T. Johnson Shane T. Johnson](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1672838-1698702653-sl.jpeg)
answered on Nov 26, 2024
1. You would become liable for any resulting injuries or harm due to the code violations, and the work done without a permit. Further, you may be subject to inspection and requirement to correct by the governing bodies.
2. It may be difficult to sell the house. Your liabilities may extend... View More
My father died without a will and his wife(StepMom) passed 3 years later. The Deed states that it was Joint Tenancy with Rights of Survivorship.
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answered on Nov 18, 2024
When property is purchased by a married couple in NC, it is assumed they own it as Tenants by the Entirety. Based on your representations, it would appear that when your father died, the property would pass to his surviving wife. When she died, it would go to her heirs, and you would not inherit.
They say I took out a loan several years ago from Easy Loans for 500 dollars and nothing was paid on the loan. I do not recall taking out this loan. I declared bankruptcy not long after the time frame they say the loan was taken out. I don't know if this is a scam or something I thought was... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2024
Continue to ignore them, this is a scam. You can report the calls to the North Carolina Attorney general's office. Block the calls and eventually they should go away. "Litigation service" is your first clue of scam, and claiming you took out a payday loan that you cannot remember... View More
![Damon Duncan Damon Duncan](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1484821-1557194076-sl.jpg)
answered on Nov 15, 2024
You could possibly file a bankruptcy, allowing you to surrender the property and liquidate any of the loans that remain on the property. It would also wipe out credit cards, medical bills, and personal loans. However, there are a lot of moving parts so you would want to talk with someone to discuss... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Filing for bankruptcy relief is a serious matter, determined by consideration of all your assets and debt, and your income and future plans.
In PA, you can put house, camper and boat solely in your name by filing a Certificate of Death, way cheaper than filing for bankruptcy. Once in your... View More
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answered on Nov 7, 2024
Probably not.
The age of consent in North Carolina is 16, so a 17 year old is considered legally able to consent to sexual activity.
There are always exceptions. For instance, if the 24 year old were a teacher or coach at a school and the 17 year old was a student at the same... View More
I am a social worker in hospital. Asked for a modified schedule from m-f to four ten hour shifts. My department had refused to do this nor have they tried to discuss any other options. They only state they do not have a position with those hours available right now. I have made several suggestions... View More
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answered on Nov 6, 2024
Was your request for a modified schedule based on a medical condition? Did you provide supporting documentation for this request from your medical provider? If so, the hospital's refusal to entertain your request or discuss alternative accommodations could be a violation of the Americans with... View More
It was a default judgement for debt collection, the case was filed in iredell county but i live, and the debt was incurred, in craven county. Nor was i informed of the hearing.
![Lynn Ellen Coleman Lynn Ellen Coleman](http://justatic.com/profile-images/881273-1447149977-sl.jpg)
answered on Oct 22, 2024
You need to get a copy of the court file from Iredell County, including the return of service that shows how you were allegedly served with the Summons and Complaint, and take it to an attorney for review.
The general rule is that debt collection lawsuits must be filed in the... View More
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