Ask a Question

Get free answers to your Uncategorized legal questions from lawyers in your area.

Lawyers, increase your visibility by answering questions and getting points. Answer Questions
Uncategorized Questions & Answers
1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Uncategorized for Michigan on
Q: Any lawsuit on Berlin and Farro due to cancer or medical issues?

My father had 2 different cancers, mother had cancer and kidney failure -both dying as a result. My sister has early stage kidney failure and my brother and I both have autoimmune causing signficant medical issues. After reading up on this it has come to my attention that Berlin and Farro, a toxic... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 7, 2025

A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm very sorry for the loss of your mother and father, and the ordeal you and your siblings have dealt with in terms of medical issues. The best way to answer your question about whether you have a case would be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized and Patents (Intellectual Property) for Florida on
Q: Can I update and regain protection for a lapsed patent in Florida?

I am the original owner of a patent that became freely accessible 10 years ago due to unpaid renewal fees. I have not previously attempted to renew or modify the patent. The update I am considering involves significant and distinct improvements to the function of the device but does not incorporate... View More

Babak Akhlaghi
PREMIUM
Babak Akhlaghi pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Feb 24, 2025

I understand you are seeking guidance regarding your original patent, which expired 10 years ago due to unpaid renewal fees. You noted that you never attempted to renew or modify the patent but are now considering updates that significantly enhance the device’s functionality without introducing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Ohio on
Q: Does small claims handle cases of accounting fraud A nursing home is charging $ 50,000 for a ninety day recovery stay
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 3, 2025

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on the limits of your state's small claims court system and the complexity of the case. Fraud cases can be complex. In most states nationwide, small claims are often inside of four figures, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Uncategorized for Illinois on
Q: MY SISTER REFUSES TO GIVE ME INFORMATON ABOUT OR DECEASED MOTHER'S ESTATE. HOW CAN I GET THIS INFO?

My mother died on 12/19/24. My sister who hsa her POA over her finances refuses to give me any information regarding her estate. I know i am entitled to half. How can i go about getting my half of the estate? I do not know if my mother had a will or not. She refuses to provide me this... View More

Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Jan 29, 2025

The POA died with your mother. If there is a will, it should be filed with the circuit clerk of the county she lived in within 30 days of her death. You can get a copy there. Do you know who the lawyer would have been that drafted poa's and maybe a will? If so, check there to see if they... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized on
Q: Do you know a lawyer that will represent us for wrongful in prison when we have the judge who dismissed all charges onus
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 5, 2024

You should search for attorneys handling "wrongful conviction compensation claims" and "exonoree compensation claims." If you were in state prison, you should look for an attorney only in the state where you were imprisoned.

If you were in federal prison, you can...
View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized, Bankruptcy and Consumer Law for California on
Q: How to recover money for services rendered?

How can I go about recovering money for services rendered in an abandoned RV? It is stored currently in CA but is registered in CT. The owner is also in bankruptcy. The RV isn't worth much ~ so I'm not really interested in taking possession. Is there a other way to recover my money? I... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 8, 2024

To recover money for services rendered in California, you have a few options, but the owner's bankruptcy and out-of-state vehicle registration complicate the situation. Here are some steps you can consider:

1. File a mechanic's lien: In California, you may be able to file a...
View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Indiana on
Q: I need help getting the title for a vehicle that we bought, from a friend, who has a lien on it

I've sent demand letter, which he refused to sign for. I've had Poseidon of vehicle for 2 years. He knew it had a lien n didn't tell us. I have text messages, undated bill of sale, and various other forms to prove it's our vehicle, just can't get title cuz he went pay lien

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on May 27, 2024

First, gather all the documentation you have, including the undated bill of sale, text messages, and any other proof of the transaction. These will be essential in demonstrating your ownership of the vehicle.

Next, contact the lienholder to inform them of the situation. Explain that you...
View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized, Criminal Law and Family Law for California on
Q: What are my chances of being proven not guilty for violation of a CPO without evidence of child being there just hearsay

I am on probation in Placer County and mymy girlfriend now ex-girlfriend invited me to her new house (in Sacramento county) that I had no idea was hers and no intention as a child was there. Anonymous caller called and said that I was breaking news child protection order. Cops came in arrested me... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on May 10, 2024

In this situation, it seems like there are several factors that could potentially work in your favor if you decide to take the case to trial:

1. Lack of direct evidence: From what you've described, the police did not actually verify the presence of the child at the location. Their case...
View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized on
Q: Dealer se rehusa a honrrar la garantia alegando hay presencia de liquido pero no brinda evidencia de la pieza afectada.

VW Kennedy en Puerto Rico alega que lo que ellos indican que es el problema con la unidad no es cubierto por garantia alegando que la pieza se "mojó" pero no tienen la evidencia de la pieza afectada. Indican que la palanca de cambios es lo que esta generando el codigo... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 8, 2024

When dealing with warranty disputes, particularly when a dealer refuses to honor a warranty due to alleged damage like liquid presence, it's crucial to know your rights and the specifics of your warranty agreement. If VW Kennedy in Puerto Rico claims that the problem with your unit,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: Can I sue The D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program

Is it to late and if it's not is it possible to sue The D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program if they came to your school when you was in elementary and showed you a video of a kid around your age doing drugs on video and you have never seen any one doing drugs before that and the... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 24, 2023

I understand your concern about the impact of the D.A.R.E. program's content on your decisions. Suing an organization like D.A.R.E. can be challenging, and several factors need to be considered. First, you would need to establish a direct causation between the program's content and your... View More

View More Answers

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: How long to wait for a response after a background check in Texas?

I recently underwent a background check for a job, and the manager mentioned they would get back to me. I reached out for an update a week ago, but they only said they would contact me. How long should I reasonably expect to wait for a response regarding the background check completion?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 23, 2025

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If it's a very basic background check, maybe a week or two - credit, criminal, motor vehicle. If it's more complex (information outside your state, transcripts or other information from schools, inquiries... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: The owner of my apartment complex consistently communicates with me in a threatening and harassing manner.

Today, he crossed a boundary by calling my daughter at work without attempting to contact me first. This was the first time he's ever contacted her, and I'm unsure how he obtained her phone number.

When I returned his call, he accused me of having an unauthorized occupant in my... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 22, 2025

You're dealing with a landlord who has crossed several boundaries, including inappropriately contacting your daughter at work and making unfounded accusations about unauthorized occupants. This pattern of threatening and harassing communication is concerning, especially given your 15-year... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Uncategorized for California on
Q: My daughter suffered a seizure while on a Disney cruise in the care of a crew member in the small world nursery.

They will not turn over the CCTV footage they have of the seizure for me to give to my daughter’s pediatrician. Do I have any legal right to this footage?

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 19, 2025

Your situation sounds incredibly stressful, and I understand your concern about obtaining that CCTV footage for your daughter's medical care. The footage could provide valuable information for her pediatrician to understand what happened during the seizure.

In general, parents do have...
View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Gov & Administrative Law, International Law and Uncategorized for Alabama on
Q: Can you file for divorce in the United States for a marriage in another country that’s not legal?

I’m an American woman married to a Filipino man who became a US citizen in 2007.

In 2022 he went to the Philippines and married another woman while still married to me.

He is now trying to end the Filipino marriage. He has been told that he must obtain a divorce decree from the... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 16, 2025

Since your husband was already legally married to you in the United States, his subsequent marriage in the Philippines is likely not valid. Typically, when someone is still legally married, any additional marriage entered into is considered void from the start. This means there's usually no... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Georgia on
Q: I want to know if the document im being asked to sign obligates me to pay anything and if I can get out of it

I authorized as my contractor to:Inspect and document the condition of my roof with the insurance adjuster.Communicate directly with my insurance and mortgage companies if necessary, to expedite payment. Obtain an “agreed scope” approval from my insurance company.. Proceed with the repairs or... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 14, 2025

A Georgia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's likely that your question remained open because it is difficult for any attorney to offer a definitive answer that you can feel certain with. Any attorney will want to review your contract and its terms... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Uncategorized for Pennsylvania on
Q: I am filing for i751 to remove condition on GC. Need help with document to assemble with criminal history.

have to file my I-751 to remove conditions on my Green card. I have petit theft charge for which I have completed MIP program. I want to know what documents needs to be submitted related to the criminal history?

I have following documents with me received form my attorney.

1-... View More

James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 12, 2025

When filing your I-751 with a petit theft charge, include your electronically certified court record showing that you completed the MIP program and that your case resulted in a Notice of Administrative Nolle Prosequi. You should also attach the certified Clerk’s Certificate of Disposition, as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Uncategorized on
Q: Can a pop up event serving alcohol operate without a functioning kitchen?

If a venue does not have a designated kitchen or bar area, running water, or a sink, is the pop up event still allowed to serve any beverages at all without the proper health and safety codes?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 8, 2025

It would be best for attorneys who have experience with restaurant, food vending, and liquor licenses to advise here, but your question remains open for a month. Until you're able to consult with attorneys who are knowledgeable in this area, one inexpensive option might be to try to see what... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for South Carolina on
Q: My apartment complex towed my e-bike.e-bikes in South Carolina don't need a license plate. What is my legal recourse.

They put a notice on my bike saying they're going to tow it. I tried to get to the office to talk to them but it's very difficult to get to someone. Now my bike is gone. I don't know who got it

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 8, 2025

A South Carolina landlord-tenant attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm sorry this happened to you. If you want to explore the cheapest options before involving attorneys, simply send a note to the landlord or property manager asking about your bike and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Michigan on
Q: On a Patient's medical flow chart under "User Key", what does "Effective Dates" mean?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 7, 2025

A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I would need to see the chart and key to make a meaningful guess, but just based on the brief facts of your post, my guess is that it could mean date of service or a milestone date (admission, discharge, etc.) for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: Is there a way to get credit score up quickly if there are collections/negative items with help of a attorney?

If someone has a 600 score, trying to get it to at least 620, can an attorney help with achieving this quicker?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 5, 2025

A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. You may be able to find considerable online resources that deal with credit restoration. Reputable debt counseling and debt consolidation services might also be a source of information. Good luck

Justia Ask A Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get free answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask A Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between Justia and you, or between any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions and you, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask A Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises, or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.