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answered on Jul 11, 2025

It's kind of you to post this in support of your boyfriend. That said, he's 35 and was dating someone 13 years younger. While age gaps in relationships aren’t uncommon and love has no fixed limit, there is a legal age of consent. In many states and countries, that age ranges from 14 to... View More

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answered on Jul 7, 2025

If your question assumes the truth of the fact that the worker's compensation claim was fradulent--then, yes, in Oregon, an employee can be terminated for filing a false workers' compensation claim. However, if there is any chance that there was a valid claim? The case must be handled... View More

Someone else answered from an employment law perspective, so I'll answer just to comment on the WC perspective. The WC claim (fake though it may be) still needs to be processed. The employer should involve their WC carrier ASAP. If what is alleged is true, the WC carrier will conduct an... View More

The rules of civil procedure for those who are incarcerated present additional hurdles:

To preserve your state law claims in Oregon, proper tort claim notice must be received within 180 days. Then you have a two-year statute of limitations.

You must also exhaust all... View More

It is only a police matter if you believe the neighbor intentionally dropped a mattress on your daughter. Otherwise, it is a civil matter. See if your neighbor has renter's insurance. If so, their insurance will cover. Your daughter is entitled to her medical bills being paid and some money... View More

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answered on Jun 30, 2025

Your upstairs neighbor was negligent because they were careless in dropping a mattress without making sure the area was clear. If your neighbor owns the apartment upstairs, then their homeowner's insurance should cover your daughter's injuries, including medical bills and pain and... View More

Assuming the malpractice took place in Oregon, you have 2 years from the date of discovery to either settle or file suit. You will need to find a doctor willing to testify against the doctors who missed the diagnosis that they failed to meet the standard of care and be able to state you would have... View More

You should fully CONSIDER a voluntary form of bankruptcy, WITH experienced bankruptcy counsel, with ALL your assets, debts and exemptions allowable under Oregon/Bankruptcy law. A voluntary bankruptcy is a major financial step and deserves that level of planning and thought.

Without full... View More

If you have documentation in writing, even if it is via text, that you would get the puppy in the event of a breakup, then you have a good argument that the puppy is yours.

Options:

* You could forward the text messages showing there was an agreement you would keep your puppy to... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2025

Thank you for this question. It appears from the question that this is a case where a prosecutor secured a conviction despite the victim not wishing to “press charges.” There are a few really important things to know about this type of situation.

First, in a criminal prosecution, the... View More

Because you do not have a lawyer yet, you could write a letter to the court indicating that you need to travel to Georgia for a pre-planned vacation. Send a copy of the letter to the prosecutor. Provide the date you are leaving, the flight information, and the date you return to Oregon. I typically... View More

ORS 112.225 requires the testator signing a Will to be over age 18 and of "sound mind."

According to Oregon law (ORS 112.235) a valid Will must be 1) signed by the testator in the presence of two witnesses or acknowledged by the testator before two witnesses, and 2) signed by the... View More

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answered on Jun 8, 2025

There are two key considerations in this situation:

- Does failing to register the vehicle within the required timeframe in California violate the state's registration rules?

- How does this impact your contractual obligations with your insurance company?

You should... View More

A sibling petition (Form I-130) can be filed now, but the wait time before the applicant can apply for a green card is typically 14 to 15 years. To adjust status in the U.S. later through Form I-485, the sibling must maintain lawful status for the entire waiting period. If they fall out of status,... View More

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answered on May 29, 2025

SSDI is NOT needed based (no asset test) so it will not be affected by any inheritance.

If you were receiving SSI, which is needs based, you would need to quickly develop a strategy to spend your inheritance in such a way as to not impact your SSI.

First, confirm that the deed to your home is in the name of your trust. If so, then you will need to amend your trust to add your husband as a trust beneficiary. If the deed to the home is not in the name of your trust, then you should transfer ownership to your trust, and then amend the trust to... View More

When you married your Will was automatically revoked so it is very important that you consult with your estate planning attorney to update your documents. When someone has a revocable living trust they also have a Will (we call it a Pourover Will) that directs all probate assets back into the... View More

My condolences and sorry you are having this experience.

Since your family was granted asylum in 2008, and you were a minor at the time, there's a good chance you derived citizenship through your mother, If you were under 18 when your mother became a U.S. citizen. It's important... View More

If this person has threatened you more than one time, it is possible you may qualify for a stalking order.

https://www.courts.oregon.gov/forms/Documents/Stalking-PACKET.pdf

You could also file a civil lawsuit for intentional infliction of emotional distress. If you send a demand... View More

If the house sale happened five years ago it's unlikely you will be able to undo it. However, your grandmother could 1) revoke her Power of Attorney to her sister (be sure she informs sister of the revocation), 2) ask for Adult Protective Services to start an investigation into possible elder... View More