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Public Benefits Questions & Answers
Q: Can a nonprofit in a one state involve lawyers from different states to help, and any other legal issues with my idea?
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Idaho
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Answered on Aug 3, 2018
Answered on Aug 3, 2018
Michael Hales' answer
There are going to be a number of ethical issues here for attorneys. For example, there are rules about referral services like this as well as how the attorneys would be paid. Because there are so many issues to discuss, I'd recommend finding an attorney to review this all in detail.
There are going to be a number of ethical issues here for attorneys. For example, there are rules about referral services like this as well as how the attorneys would be paid. Because there are so many issues to discuss, I'd recommend finding an attorney to review this all in detail.
Q: In the state of California can I hold a California DL and a Nevada ID?
Dale S. Gribow's answer
More information is needed to fully understand the facts and to give an accurate answer
However, you are always best advised to retain a lawyer in case you are charged or arrested. It's also important to not talk about this case to anyone except your attorney. Please remember anything you say can and will be used against you. The problem is that an officer can misunderstand what you said or not write down everything. Often it is what THEY THOUGHT THEY HEARD YOU SAY that hurts you. You...
More information is needed to fully understand the facts and to give an accurate answer
However, you are always best advised to retain a lawyer in case you are charged or arrested. It's also important to not talk about this case to anyone except your attorney. Please remember anything you say can and will be used against you. The problem is that an officer can misunderstand what you said or not write down everything. Often it is what THEY THOUGHT THEY HEARD YOU SAY that hurts you. You...
Q: Can I get a concealed handgun permit in the state of texas if I was charged 3 years ago for a crime which was dismissed
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Texas
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Answered on Jul 13, 2018
Answered on Jul 13, 2018
Grant St Julian III's answer
Was the case dismissed after successful completion of deferred adjudication probation, or was it dismissed without any plea being entered? Ask this question to the attorney who represented you on the matter. Good luck.
Was the case dismissed after successful completion of deferred adjudication probation, or was it dismissed without any plea being entered? Ask this question to the attorney who represented you on the matter. Good luck.
Q: Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) of IRA?
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Tax Law, Public Benefits, Social Security and White Collar Crime
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Missouri
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Answered on Jul 8, 2018
Answered on Jul 8, 2018
Eric Steven Day's answer
Your required minimum distributions are determined on an annual basis. Therefore, if you took the distribution last year and are trying to include that distribution as part of your required minimum distribution for the following year, it won’t work. There is a different equation that is used when determining the RMD every year. That being said, you can withdraw the amount anytime throughout the year as long as it is the required amount.
Your required minimum distributions are determined on an annual basis. Therefore, if you took the distribution last year and are trying to include that distribution as part of your required minimum distribution for the following year, it won’t work. There is a different equation that is used when determining the RMD every year. That being said, you can withdraw the amount anytime throughout the year as long as it is the required amount.
Q: I filed a SSD claim. Hired a Lawyer. Lawyer did not get medical records in time. Evidence was not allowed into hearing.
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Gov & Administrative Law, Public Benefits, Legal Malpractice and Social Security
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Iowa
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Answered on Jun 21, 2018
Answered on Jun 21, 2018
Erik Luthens' answer
In any legal malpractice case the primary issues are: (1) whether your attorney breached the standard of care or in other words, did something (or failed to do something) that an attorney in a similar situation would have done; and (2) whether your attorney’s error is a proximate cause of your damages, I.e., was your attorney’s error à substantially contributing factor to the bad result you obtained; and (3) had it not been for your attorney’s error, would you have likely succeeded on...
In any legal malpractice case the primary issues are: (1) whether your attorney breached the standard of care or in other words, did something (or failed to do something) that an attorney in a similar situation would have done; and (2) whether your attorney’s error is a proximate cause of your damages, I.e., was your attorney’s error à substantially contributing factor to the bad result you obtained; and (3) had it not been for your attorney’s error, would you have likely succeeded on...
Q: Need help figuring out 401k distribution options ( separated from work age 55)?
Eric Steven Day's answer
It just depends on what type of work you are doing now. For instance, if you are working for another company, you might roll it into their 401k plan. If you are in retirement, the IRA might be a good option because you are just waiting on distributions. If you are running your own business, you may consider starting a management company in the form of a C Corporation and sponsoring a solo 401k with that Corporation. This will allow you to contribute much more money and use the capital in...
It just depends on what type of work you are doing now. For instance, if you are working for another company, you might roll it into their 401k plan. If you are in retirement, the IRA might be a good option because you are just waiting on distributions. If you are running your own business, you may consider starting a management company in the form of a C Corporation and sponsoring a solo 401k with that Corporation. This will allow you to contribute much more money and use the capital in...
Q: What if you feel that you are a victim of a practice that was using you medical insurance for profit.
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Insurance Bad Faith, Medical Malpractice, Public Benefits and Personal Injury
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California
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Answered on Jun 5, 2018
Answered on Jun 5, 2018
Dale S. Gribow's answer
NEED MORE INFO
YOU MAY WANT TO CHANGE DOCTORS AND THEN REPORT THIS DOCTOR TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND MED BOARD IF YOU HAVE THE EVIDENCE
NEED MORE INFO
YOU MAY WANT TO CHANGE DOCTORS AND THEN REPORT THIS DOCTOR TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND MED BOARD IF YOU HAVE THE EVIDENCE
Q: Is vigilantism federally illegal or is it up to each state as to whether or not it is legal within the state?
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Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits
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Texas
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Answered on May 31, 2018
Answered on May 31, 2018
Kiele Linroth Pace's answer
What, like Batman?
You're going to need to be a tad more specific ... at least specific enough to determine whether the question involves a matter of state law, federal law, or both.
What, like Batman?
You're going to need to be a tad more specific ... at least specific enough to determine whether the question involves a matter of state law, federal law, or both.
Q: How can i change my daughter's last name ? she is almost 3 years old.And how long is taking to get new last name ?
Alan Solomon's answer
You need to file a petition in court to change her name and provide notice to the father. If he objects ere will be a hearing
You need to file a petition in court to change her name and provide notice to the father. If he objects ere will be a hearing
Q: Someone wrote a book about my life and crime. It's even titled after me. I didn't consent.
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Copyright, Collections, Constitutional Law and Public Benefits
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Arkansas
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Answered on May 28, 2018
Answered on May 28, 2018
John Espinosa's answer
This question doesn't belong in any of these categories. You may have a civil cause of action for defamation. You should consult with a litigation attorney who specializes in defamation. Here is some more information about defamation: https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/defamation-law-made-simple-29718.html
This question doesn't belong in any of these categories. You may have a civil cause of action for defamation. You should consult with a litigation attorney who specializes in defamation. Here is some more information about defamation: https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/defamation-law-made-simple-29718.html
Q: I was going 70 in a 55. I’m 18.I have a clean record and I wanted know would my license be revoked and how many points
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Civil Litigation, Gov & Administrative Law, Public Benefits and Traffic Tickets
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Georgia
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Answered on May 22, 2018
Answered on May 22, 2018
Forrest Clinton Barbour's answer
2 points. With no driving history, this should not suspend your license.
2 points. With no driving history, this should not suspend your license.
Q: I fraudulently received $3,377.00 in unemployment benefits in the state of New Jersey. Will they criminally prosecute?
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Criminal Law, Insurance Bad Faith and Public Benefits
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New Jersey
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Answered on May 21, 2018
Answered on May 21, 2018
H. Scott Aalsberg Esq.'s answer
The state could certainly criminal prosecute you and yes you would have to pay it back. If charged get yourself a good lawyer.
The state could certainly criminal prosecute you and yes you would have to pay it back. If charged get yourself a good lawyer.
Q: My boyfriend is on a probation hold in Paulding county ga, what can I do?
Robbie Levin's answer
If he was involved in a shooting, while already on probation, your boyfriend should hire an attorney immediately. Not only is he facing probation violations, but he is likely facing new charges as well.
For more information, visit my website at www.LevinLawyerGa.com
If he was involved in a shooting, while already on probation, your boyfriend should hire an attorney immediately. Not only is he facing probation violations, but he is likely facing new charges as well.
For more information, visit my website at www.LevinLawyerGa.com
Q: Can a gas station in the state of tennessee restrict the use of thier public bathroom to "customers only"
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Business Law, Civil Litigation and Public Benefits
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Tennessee
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Answered on May 2, 2018
Answered on May 2, 2018
Mr. James Charles Wright's answer
Yes. A gas station in Tennessee can refuse to allow you to use the restroom-- Unless you have a medically certified condition that by state statute would require the gas station to let you use the restroom.
Yes. A gas station in Tennessee can refuse to allow you to use the restroom-- Unless you have a medically certified condition that by state statute would require the gas station to let you use the restroom.
Q: Is it legal for an adult son in Maryland to hold $60,000 of his mother’s money so she can get Public Assistance?
Mark Oakley's answer
It can be grounds for criminal fraud, or conspiracy to defraud, on both the son's and the mother's part. Don't do it.
It can be grounds for criminal fraud, or conspiracy to defraud, on both the son's and the mother's part. Don't do it.
Q: Do I have to give a 30 day notice to a group home & pay rent if it's not in the rental contract?
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Civil Litigation, Landlord - Tenant and Public Benefits
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Ohio
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Answered on Mar 30, 2018
Answered on Mar 30, 2018
Matthew Williams' answer
Put the money is escrow and prepare for a fight, if you don't want to pay it. The law will generally imply a month-to-month lease if the specifics are not spelled out in the agreement and go from there. That means 30 days notice will usually be included essentially as customary.
Put the money is escrow and prepare for a fight, if you don't want to pay it. The law will generally imply a month-to-month lease if the specifics are not spelled out in the agreement and go from there. That means 30 days notice will usually be included essentially as customary.
Q: How do I get a copy of my grandmother's will apparently I was left something in the will but no one ever told me
Michael Drew Raisman's answer
If the will was probated, then you can get a copy at the local Register of Wills. You can also reach out to the executor who has an obligation to notify all heirs that an estate has been opened.
If the will was probated, then you can get a copy at the local Register of Wills. You can also reach out to the executor who has an obligation to notify all heirs that an estate has been opened.
Q: I had an eyebrow tattoo.The esthetician posted pictures of my eyebrows on her Instagram without my consent.
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Consumer Law, Copyright, Business Law, Public Benefits and Communications Law
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Virginia
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Answered on Mar 12, 2018
Answered on Mar 12, 2018
Timothy R Johnson's answer
You may have claims against her for misappropriation of your likeness for commercial purposes. If you want her to stop her conduct immediately and have the pictures removed, you may want to consult an attorney to send her a letter informing her of her privacy infringements and warning that further action will result in her being taken to court.
You may have claims against her for misappropriation of your likeness for commercial purposes. If you want her to stop her conduct immediately and have the pictures removed, you may want to consult an attorney to send her a letter informing her of her privacy infringements and warning that further action will result in her being taken to court.
Q: 3 kids not related to me I take care of for 1 month and the mom is not around how do I get custody
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Adoption, Child Custody and Public Benefits
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Georgia
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Answered on Mar 9, 2018
Answered on Mar 9, 2018
Q: Why would a officer deny a drug dog to the scene when i request one for proof that there is indeed an odor In my car
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Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits
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Virginia
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Answered on Mar 5, 2018
Answered on Mar 5, 2018
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