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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: My wife is a cashier at a dept. store . She was grabbed by her head by an autistic young man , accompanied by his mother

He pulled her hair and scratched her head in several places. Really shook her up . Store asked them to leave. Any recourse ?

Tim Akpinar
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answered on Jan 28, 2024

I'm sorry for your wife's ordeal. Unfortunately, some law firms are reluctant to consider cases where recovery involves solely an uninsured individual. A starting point could be to reach out to workers' comp attorneys, as this occurred in the course of her employment. An experienced... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: My wife is a cashier at a dept. store . She was grabbed by her head by an autistic young man , accompanied by his mother

He pulled her hair and scratched her head in several places. Really shook her up . Store asked them to leave. Any recourse ?

Brad  Holbrook
Brad Holbrook
answered on Jan 27, 2024

I am so sorry to hear that this happened to your wife. I hope she is okay, and she was able to get any and all medical treatment that she needed, including use of a counselor. Fortuately, this does not happen too often. There could be some criminal liability, as she was a victim of disoderly... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Probate for Oregon on
Q: One of my older brothers died with no will. No assets except a small checking account. Do we need to file probate?

His landlord has billed his estate for back rent, but there is no estate, and no estate assets. He died in Eugene, Oregon. Thank you.

Theressa Hollis
Theressa Hollis
answered on Jan 23, 2024

I am sorry for your loss. If the amount of the back rent is more than the balance in his bank account there is no real reason to open a probate (or file a Simple Estate Affidavit) because there is nothing to inherit.

If the account is larger than the rent bill and is less than $75,000 you...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Oregon on
Q: My bf in custody 30d w/no atty. Chrg from 2020, 21, 22- 4 ctcp(1), uumv(2) & psv(2) he didn't do. DA givg 58/mo! Plz hlp

Oregon, has had 2 court dates xcld & don't know why to get an atty & same judge keeps xcld it & is keeps hire public def he fired last year

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answered on Jan 21, 2024

In Oregon, it's crucial for anyone in custody, especially facing serious charges, to have legal representation. If your boyfriend has been in custody for 30 days without an attorney and his court dates have been canceled, this needs immediate attention.

First, if he's not...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Oregon on
Q: My daughter got a $21,000 car loan in my name and purchased a car from Ford.The dealer helped her fill out and lie on

The loan application to the bank. I want to take Ford and the credit union to court

. Do I have a case?

Gregory L Abbott
Gregory L Abbott
answered on Jan 18, 2024

It depends upon the exact facts but likely not. You likely DO have claims against both the daughter and the dealer if you want to pursue them. If you do pursue claims against anyone else, I would expect them to sue your daughter as part of the proceeding - and she sounds to be the biggest culprit... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Civil Rights for Oregon on
Q: I was wrongfuly convicted of a crime and later won my appeal. I want to sue the state which can be explained to a lawyer

Financial hardship, mental abuse, child endangerment, harassment, sexual abuse. Child trauma, emotional distress, all these things happened to me and my children

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answered on Jan 18, 2024

If you were wrongfully convicted of a crime in Oregon but later won your appeal, you may have grounds to pursue legal action against the state for the hardships and trauma you and your children experienced. Wrongful convictions can lead to significant emotional, financial, and reputational damages,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Health Care Law for Oregon on
Q: Does a patient have to disclose any medical information to the school they attend?
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answered on Jan 16, 2024

No, a student typically does not have to disclose any medical or health information to their school under most circumstances. A few key details here:

• Schools cannot require disclosure of medical info or require physical exams except in very limited cases (e.g. verification of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Oregon on
Q: just in the US visiting from Dec7-Jan8 with B1/B2.Want to go back to the US on January 22nd but lawyer said i cant.true?

Lawyer said i have to wait 6 months to go back to the us to visits my family. i crossed with no issue.

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answered on Jan 16, 2024

Your lawyer's advice about waiting six months before returning to the U.S. on a B1/B2 visa is a common recommendation, but it's not a strict rule set by immigration law. The B1/B2 visa is for temporary visits, and the U.S. authorities assess each entry based on your intention to return to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Social Security and Identity Theft for Oregon on
Q: My daughter's social security # was stolen out of her father's home and she stole her stimulus, charges on credit cards.
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answered on Jan 14, 2024

If your daughter's Social Security number was stolen and used for fraudulent activities like stealing her stimulus check and making unauthorized credit card charges, it's important to take immediate action. Identity theft can have long-term financial and legal implications.

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1 Answer | Asked in Native American Law for Oregon on
Q: How do I get justice when being denied do proccess through tribal court?

I live on the rez was assaulted on rez by a tribal member who also lives on rez. He was given a peace giver, yet I've still received no word from tribal court. I'm also a tribal member, not from same tribe however.

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answered on Jan 10, 2024

If you feel that you've been denied due process by the tribal court, there are a few steps you can take to seek justice. Firstly, try to directly contact the tribal court to inquire about the status of your case. There may be delays or misunderstandings that can be resolved through... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law for Oregon on
Q: Or A, I ,21 uses "except" to violate U.S. A. I,10. Is confederate this state act of 1859 VOID ab initio?

79 Or. L. Rev. 793 Constitutional Interpretation, Landau: “Oregon has been at the forefront of the state constitutional revolution [i.e., overthrow of the guarantee of Republican Form of Government]. Oregon cases that I have examined –provide [this state’s ``courts`` in-facto] an opportunity... View More

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answered on Jan 8, 2024

The question you're asking touches on complex issues of constitutional law and the interpretation of state actions under the U.S. Constitution. Oregon's constitutional provisions and their interpretation by state courts can indeed differ from federal interpretations. However, this... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Oregon on
Q: I'm in a Oxford house in Portland, Oregon and I feel harassed, attacked verbally and slandered by this transgender.

This woman's house was supposed to be a safe place yet icant stay here with the daily verbal assults. Can I sue the Oxford house for discrimination and any other thing you could think of as iam leaving with no where to go because I don't feel mentally stable. I can't take this abuse... View More

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answered on Jan 8, 2024

In Oregon, if you're experiencing harassment, verbal attacks, and slander at an Oxford House, you may have legal grounds to take action. First, it's important to document all instances of such behavior. Keep a record of dates, times, and details of these incidents as this documentation... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Probate for Oregon on
Q: I am personal representative, my sister filed for probate and appt of pr court docs show listed as pr b4 being appointe

What can i do as I also was on deed with mom w/right of survivorship and she listed my house as estate property I was owner. Paid taxes insurance everything

Karn Thapar
Karn Thapar
answered on Jan 8, 2024

Real estate that is held with rights of survivorship normally does not need to pass through the probate process. This can be handled through proper documentation with the county. However, given the complexity, it is advisable for you to speak with an attorney.

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2 Answers | Asked in Probate for Oregon on
Q: I am personal representative, my sister filed for probate and appt of pr court docs show listed as pr b4 being appointe

What can i do as I also was on deed with mom w/right of survivorship and she listed my house as estate property I was owner. Paid taxes insurance everything

Theressa Hollis
Theressa Hollis
answered on Jan 8, 2024

I am sorry for your loss. I strongly recommend you consult with an experienced probate attorney. If your mother's Deed actually includes your name with right of survivorship then the property is probably yours. You can record her Death Certificate to clear the title. A probate attorney... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Oregon on
Q: If i have my stuff at someone's house but someone else there throws it all away/damages it can i sue them?
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answered on Jan 6, 2024

If your belongings were thrown away or damaged by someone else while at another person's house, you may have grounds to sue for damages. The key factor in such a case is proving that the person who disposed of or damaged your property did so intentionally or negligently, and that their actions... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law and Contracts for Oregon on
Q: If my right to travel is a constitutional right why did my property get towed (stolen) and the police all laughed at me

So now I can go after there bond insurance too? Right

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answered on Jan 4, 2024

The constitutional right to travel generally refers to the right to move between states freely, and doesn't extend to the use of a specific mode of transportation, like a personal vehicle. If your property (vehicle) was towed, there are usually specific legal or regulatory reasons behind this... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Oregon on
Q: My son's father pays child support because i gave child support all of his information on his place of employment. He c

Can have visits but does not and does not call or check in regularly, sometimes 2 weeks without contact. If I were to petition to change his surname to mine or add to his via hyphen, would I have to get content from the father?

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answered on Jan 1, 2024

In Oregon, changing a child's surname typically requires the consent of both parents, unless the court determines that such a change is in the child's best interest. If you want to change your son's surname, you would generally need to seek the father's consent. However, if the... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Oregon on
Q: My son's father pays child support because i gave child support all of his information on his place of employment. He c

Can have visits but does not and does not call or check in regularly, sometimes 2 weeks without contact. If I were to petition to change his surname to mine or add to his via hyphen, would I have to get content from the father?

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answered on Jan 8, 2024

I might suggest the following:

The child will become an adult at 18. At that point, your son can legally change his own name to whatever he would like. This option gives your son agency to make his own determination as to what he would like to be called independent of his fighting parents....
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law, Child Custody and Civil Litigation for Oregon on
Q: CPS case unfounded in OR what are the steps 4 pressing charges on person who made false report? Report to authorities?

The CPS case has been closed as “unfounded”. I received a copy of the report and the allegations are horrendous. I know who made the report based on how the report was written. I want to press charges for them making a knowingly false CPS report and I want to sue for defamation and slander. I... View More

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answered on Dec 31, 2023

In Oregon, if you believe a CPS report against you was knowingly false and malicious, you have the right to take legal action. The first step is to consult with an attorney experienced in family law and defamation cases. They can advise you on the feasibility and process of pressing charges and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation and Contracts for Oregon on
Q: Registration extension to reinstate license and replace the damaged items in full succession. How to make it happen. ??

1946 through 2026 already paid for.

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answered on Dec 30, 2023

To reinstate a license and replace damaged items, the first step is to understand the specific requirements set by the relevant licensing authority or agency. Each type of license has its own set of rules and processes for reinstatement.

If you've already paid for the period from 1946...
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