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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Family Law and Public Benefits for North Carolina on
Q: For NC if my child gets Medicaid do i have to put my bd on child support ? What if i don’t want & we have agreement

Can i just take my child off Medicaid ? Or are there other options

Stephen Edward Robertson
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Stephen Edward Robertson
answered on Jun 13, 2023

In North Carolina Child Support Enforcement Services must, by law, seek support from the non-custodial parent when a child receives some sort of public assistance, including Medicaid. You, as the custodial parent, cannot waive this even if you do have an agreement that states otherwise. The amount... View More

Q: I’m a disabled veteran that was in the VA’s CWT Program and the supervisor of the ground’s tried to fight me can I sue

I’m a disabled veteran that was in the VA’s CWT Program and the supervisor of the ground’s crew tried to get me to fight him not once but twice and there were witnesses to both incidents but the VA police now has my picture posted on the wall of the hospital saying “be cautious”! I’ve... View More

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answered on May 2, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about the experience you had at the VA hospital. As a disabled veteran, you have certain rights and protections under the law, and it may be possible to pursue legal action in this case. You may want to consider contacting a lawyer who specializes in disability rights or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Public Benefits for North Carolina on
Q: If I receive $23,000/year in disability income can I qualify for a Homestead Exemption if my spouse makes $100,000/year
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answered on May 7, 2023

The Homestead Exemption eligibility criteria vary depending on the state, so it's best to check with your local tax assessor's office or the relevant state agency. However, in general, the income and assets of a spouse may be considered when determining eligibility for certain tax... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Collections, Energy, Oil and Gas and Public Benefits for North Carolina on
Q: I am having a problem with the City of Shelby, I've been paying my power bill late but never have I not paid it..

I just want some one to help me go through my power bills to explain to me I am 67 and I think they are taking advantage because I don't read well.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 29, 2020

This does not sound like a legal matter that you need to involve an attorney for. Considering the amount of ordinary household utility bills, attorney fees might not be justified. You could see if their customer service department could help explain your bill. If you aren't satisfied, you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Public Benefits and Probate for North Carolina on
Q: My estranged father died and became ward of the state. What do I do?

He wasn’t married and my sister isn’t doing anything about it. It’s been 6 weeks and I just found out. What are my responsibilities as his daughter? Or since he’s a ward of the state do I have responsibilities? Should I claim his ashes or do I then force myself into a position of executor?

Sara W. Harrington
Sara W. Harrington
answered on Sep 19, 2018

If your father was a ward of the state, someone should have been serving as his guardian or social worker. You might want to contact the agency who was taking responsibility for him to find out about the disposition of his remains. Also, if he was a ward of the state, there is probably no estate to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits for North Carolina on
Q: My hearing was on June 28, the decision letter writers have my decision, how long will it be before I receive a letter?

The judge made a decision not even a week after my hearing,is that a good thing?

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 4, 2016

If its social security or similar it can take a while--no particular reason.

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