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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

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
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

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

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
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

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

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
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

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
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

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
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

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
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

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
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

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
I initially filed an affidavit of harassment and treats made by a neighbor and request for protection order at the local family justice center as I was told by the local clerk said that all protective orders are started there. The judge set a show cause hearing. Understandable due to the specific... View More

answered on Apr 21, 2025
Yes... It appears that no jurisdiction existed for the OP.

answered on Apr 13, 2025
The legality of a sexual relationship between a 17-year-old and a 14-year-old varies depending on the state’s laws. In many states, even if the younger person’s parents consent, it doesn’t override the age of consent laws that define who can legally engage in sexual activity. In most... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Florida Statute 790.25(2)(c) outlines certain exceptions to the state's general laws regarding the carrying of firearms. Specifically, this section allows individuals who are employed by a county's emergency management agency to carry firearms while performing their duties, even if they... View More

answered on Apr 9, 2025
A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for three weeks. If this involves an MIP, that would be criminal law-related. That's why the post remained unanswered - it was probably unnoticed under this general "Uncategorized" heading. Consider reaching out to... View More
I'm looking to interview a lawyer for my school project to gain insights on the legal profession. I would like to discuss: 1. How long they have worked in the legal field. 2. Why they chose the legal profession. 3. Their education, training, and experience in their current position. 4. Their... View More

answered on Apr 8, 2025
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. It could sometimes be difficult to try to coordinate with attorney schedules. To keep your school project from falling behind, if your teacher permits, one option could be online flexible interviews, where you... View More
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?

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
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

answered on Apr 19, 2025
As my colleague indicates, it's possible that a letter from a law firm could be a step toward stopping such conduct, as well as a consult with a L-T tenant attorney. Under the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, this Justia site lists many experienced California landlord-tenant attorneys by region. Good luck
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?

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
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

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
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

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
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