I have a customer that found an ancient artifact on his property....The Smithsonian said it was around 5,000 years old and he is looking to sell it for money and is first going to get an appraisal. Once it is appraised he is wondering what type of attorney he would need to protect this asset and... View More 
answered on Aug 12, 2019
There are attorneys who deal with archeological artifacts and antiquities, but it is not a widespread and common area of practice. Larger firms would be likelier to have someone knowledgeable in that area. Aside from the conventional searches on this site, the Internet, or through the State Bar of... View More
I came in with a jacket on and went to the candy section. I walked down a couple aisles looking at ingredients of various products. The clerk then tells me that my jacket is suspicious and that I should take it off if I want to stay in the store. I comply and continue looking. The clerk then tells... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2019
On its face, it appears to be an unpleasant encounter brought about by suspicion, and not a courteous manner in which to treat a store visitor. It could be the type of experience one would want to forget about, but if you believe that a violation of your rights took place, you could set up a... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2019
You need to ask this question in the State of Louisiana section. A Texas lawyer can not give you an answer on this unless they are licensed to practice in Louisiana.
My ex boyfriend and I both signed for my vehicle, which I'm close to paying off. He will not respond to any requests to sign a POA to remove his name. I would like to trade it in or refinance, because I do don't want to pay it off while his name is still on it. I've paid every... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2019
There are methods for declaring something abandoned which will then give you the right to dispose of the property. Check with the appropriate titling agency, i.e. DMV, etc.
all the officials labeled his death as a" tragic boating accident " but he was run over and chopped up by his baja boat. His girlfriend played a victim the whole time acting like she was injured to keep all eyes on her while my dad was already dead . It took us 3 days to find what was... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2018
I'm very sorry for your loss.
A case may be re-opened if there is new evidence. There are a lot of other factors as well. You may want to speak with a prosecutor in the area.
My car caught on fire on the 31st of July. On that day it was me and my two kids. i only had liability on the car with GAP insurance. The insurance isnt able to help me nor is GAP nor is the dealership. After looking up information, I found the car was on recall but didnt receive any type of... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2018
I'm sorry for your loss and the difficult situation it has put you in. I suggest you consult with a DTPA (Deceptive Trade Practice) lawyer in your area; one who has experience in vehicles. I'm not a DTPA lawyer and the only reason it comes to mind is I know one in San Antonio who has a... View More
my son is not in her yard. what recourse do I have to make her stop watching my little boy? its creepy
answered on Mar 28, 2018
Well you could request a restraining order but you would need to explain to the judge why you need it. Typically people outside have no expectation of privacy unless there is a
"special circumstance". If pictures were posted over the internet then you would have recourse because... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2016
Laws prohibiting workplace discrimination do not provide an immunity to a person who discriminates against a class to which the person belongs. Under Federal laws, typically only the employer can be sued for illegal discrimination, not individuals acting on the employer's behalf. Many state... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2015
This question in my opinion requires research into the statutes at least, and perhaps some case law.
Jacobson v. united states, 503 U.S. 540 (1992) That is the case in help on
answered on Nov 8, 2015
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacobson_v._United_States That might help to understand it.
Form for suggestion of death to the district court form and where and how to file it in Harris county texas.
answered on Nov 8, 2015
Have you found an answer to this question yet? Make one up if you cannot find a form.
answered on Nov 5, 2015
Call some lawyers and ask them if they will take the case on a pro bono basis.
answered on Nov 4, 2015
What are the facts? You gave none. It depends upon the facts, and without the facts we cannot answer.
answered on Nov 4, 2015
You have given no facts. Who cannot charge for lessons? The laws in each state are different.
i have a case pending in ca. the judge is asking for me to get my original drivers lisence .. it is not suspended because i never had an org. drivers lisence i have
my permit it is not expired nor supended can i recieve my drivers lisence in texas.
answered on Oct 17, 2015
Who has told you that there needs to be a response, and what type of case is it?
answered on Oct 17, 2015
Abuse prevention? What specifically are you asking? Criminal court, or civil court, depending upon the facts.
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