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So I recently got married, and on the marriage certificate it has my wife's maiden name, she wants to change it to my last name, (with her maiden name becoming her middle name) how to go about this?
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answered on Jun 20, 2024
To change your wife's last name after marriage in Pennsylvania, you can follow these general steps:
1. Start with the Social Security Administration:
- Complete Form SS-5 (Application for a Social Security Card)
- Provide proof of identity and the marriage certificate... View More 
Seems unfair to me that I've had an issue come up with my health with a know issue, I'm a 70% disabled vet and going to a few VA appointments that I've told my boss was informed about in as much of advance that I knew minus the er trips
answered on Jun 20, 2024
No, your employer cannot legally fire you, a disabled veteran, solely for having too many VA appointments or trips to the ER, especially if you have provided as much advance notice as possible. You are protected under several federal laws:
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment... View More
I have proof on youtube and discord
answered on Jun 20, 2024
As a matter of personal jurisdiction, you can definitely sue him in Minnesota where he lives but you can also sue where your compensatory damages occurred. Now, in most defamation cases, the compensatory damages occur in the state where the plaintiff (i.e. you) lives. But that is not always the... View More
They contacted me via Whattsapp and email. they claim to be tied to interpole and french gov. They ask for larger payments for fines, and various fees, all money on bitcoin. emails are GMail ??, Bank letter from bank not signed? They do send official ??? documents which look official.
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answered on Jun 19, 2024
Based on the details provided, this situation has many hallmarks of a common scam. Here are some key red flags:
1. Unsolicited contact: Legitimate law enforcement agencies or government entities typically do not initiate contact via WhatsApp or email, especially for serious legal matters.... View More
They contacted me via Whattsapp and email. they claim to be tied to interpole and french gov. They ask for larger payments for fines, and various fees, all money on bitcoin. emails are GMail ??, Bank letter from bank not signed? They do send official ??? documents which look official.
They... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2024
If people from a government agency contact someone to disclose the nature of their business, they usually provide contact information to verify their identity and office from which they work (unless it is an undercover investigation, in which case the subject would have no clue that they're... View More
Explosives have been used since World War II - property is directly downstream from impact area
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
If your property's well water has been contaminated by runoff and groundwater from a nearby military base, you have several potential recourses. First, consider contacting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to report the contamination. They can investigate the issue and determine if... View More
Since October 2021, an individual has been indebted to me for $30,000, with a 10% monthly interest fee agreed upon by both parties. He failed to make any further payments after the first 2 months. Despite my numerous attempts to remind him of this obligation, he has not taken the necessary steps to... View More
answered on Jun 14, 2024
With some statutory exceptions (e.g., Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (“UTPCPL”). In simple terms, the law gives people who buy goods or services for personal, family, or household purposes a way to privately sue businesses for illegal behavior and even for... View More
A tree fell on my house in April. It didn't look like a like a lot of damage. However 2 weeks later there is significant down pour and water is coming in through the roof. It is past the 14 days the incident actually happened, but because it didn't rain, you didn't know there was... View More
answered on Jun 14, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Yes, they can deny for not being placed on notice of the claim in a prompt manner. However you raise some valid points of your own, being the policy jacket and not being aware of the water incursion until the... View More
County has held the overpayment for 28 months.
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
In Pennsylvania, if the county collected an overpayment during an upset sale, they are typically required to refund the excess amount. However, the law does not always mandate that interest be paid on such overpayments.
The Pennsylvania statutes regarding tax sales and overpayments do not... View More
We were sitting in the back seat of my car and we were parked in the corner of a public parking lot at a local park. One police unit entered the lot and left. A few moments later he returns with a second unit. Officer 1 walks up to the rear passenger door and asked us to open it. Officer 2 starts... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
It's understandable to feel concerned about the police approaching you in such a situation. In general, police officers have the authority to conduct welfare checks if they believe someone might be in need of assistance or if something seems out of the ordinary. However, these checks should be... View More
I let go of lawyer who settled first part.
answered on Jul 10, 2024
Settlement of medical issues can be complicated when social security and Medicare are involved. Make sure the lawyer you pick is a CERTIFIED specialist and knows the rules. That being said every client has the right to choose the lawyer they want to represent them. But you must also be careful... View More
I've been employed at my current job for almost 2 years. Over the course of time, my department has been ran by 2 people. As of March2024, I was the sole person left in my department. My job also provided me a merit increase, but it wasn't the full increase that they guaranteed me. It... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2024
You may have claims under federal and state law. The Equal Pay Act, a federal law, prohibits wage discrimination on the basis of sex. An employee must show: (1) the employer pays different wages to employees of a different sex at the same establishment and (2) the employees perform substantially... View More
I am in USA finishing my studies and want to have my wife come and stay here with me. She is of poor means and I am a student. I am living in my parents home and they are willing to be sponsors for my wife. The idea is for her to come ASAP and that is why we were thinking that a multiple tourist... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2024
If you are a US Citizen, you can sponsor her for a fiancé visa. That process ranges from 18-24 months to complete. If she’s inside the US with a tourist visa and you then decide to get married, you can sponsor her for a green card and she can process in the US. Some of us ,including myself,... View More
I am in USA finishing my studies and want to have my wife come and stay here with me. She is of poor means and I am a student. I am living in my parents home and they are willing to be sponsors for my wife. The idea is for her to come ASAP and that is why we were thinking that a multiple tourist... View More
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answered on Jun 6, 2024
Here are some options and considerations for bringing your Indonesian wife to the USA to stay with you for 6-8 months:
Tourist (B-2) Visa:
- Allows visits for tourism, pleasure, or visiting family for up to 6 months.
- She would need to demonstrate strong ties to Indonesia... View More
I am in USA finishing my studies and want to have my wife come and stay here with me. She is of poor means and I am a student. I am living in my parents home and they are willing to be sponsors for my wife. The idea is for her to come ASAP and that is why we were thinking that a multiple tourist... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2024
Firstly, I'm providing the advice below with the presumption that you yourself are a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident. If not, there are many more things to address.
I often receive this question from clients that want to be reunited with their spouse as quickly as... View More
LPR is eligible for rescission – misrepresentation of facts material to both marriage and eligibility for spousal LPR.
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
Here are the key points regarding withdrawing an approved I-130 petition and rescinding the beneficiary's LPR status due to misrepresentation:
- An I-130 petition can be withdrawn by the petitioner even after it has been approved by USCIS. This is done by notifying USCIS in writing of... View More
answered on Jun 5, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could reach out to product liability law firms to learn if your situation is the subject of any current lawsuits. Law firms that handle these types of cases are often specific in the prescription drugs they... View More
I reported it to my insurance company State Farm. They gave me a claim number but I told them there was no damage to my car(light scratches) The insurance representative stated that the claim was voided. However, i don't see that neighbor filed a claim, isn't unusual? I tapped his car... View More
answered on Jun 4, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. It sounds like there might have been a misunderstanding in the initial reporting about which vehicle was damaged. However, it looks like they processed the claim for the damage to your neighbor's vehicle.... View More
The trademark was a store chain in a different business sector. I want to use the graphic and use a play on words for the wine label. The idea is to play on nostalgia from the 1980s. Since the trademark is cancelled and I am not using it in the same sector of business and as well, am changing... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
You can use a cancelled trademark from 2006 for your wine label, but there are important considerations to keep in mind. Since the trademark was in a different business sector and you plan to change one word, your use might not be seen as infringing. However, even cancelled trademarks can still be... View More
In May 2022, Lehigh County CYS conducted an investigation into the father of my four children was deemed "valid" and subsequently closed, yet CYS failed to inform me of this matter. Then, in August 2022, he was arrested for DUI while the children were in the car. Despite numerous reports... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
It's understandable that you're feeling frustrated and desperate for justice given the decade-long neglect by Lehigh County CYS. To pursue legal action, gathering all relevant documents and reports from hospitals, schools, doctors, the police department, and the District Attorney will be... View More
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