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Twice I have been pulled over for "traffic violations" car searched, me and my husband searched and detained without any reason. 1et time was brake light was out but I asked to see the light and the officer danced around the question I went to jail and car was towed so I never even found... View More 
answered on Dec 26, 2023
A registration expires on the last day of the month and year indicated on the sticker assuming it is a valid registration for that particular vehicle.
Without either probable cause or consent, a police officer cannot search your vehicle. During a traffic stop, a police officer can only... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2023
In the absence of a court order, a grandparent does not have the legal right to prevent a parent with full custody from talking to or seeing a child. If the grandparent is wrongfully detaining the child, you can file an application for writ of habeas corpus requiring the parent to produce the... View More
The executor did not file will/paperwork via probate courts however used deceased assets for personal use. An attorney was obtained and a judge signed papers releasing the home to the heirs. The executor is NOT included to be partial owner.
The desire is to recoup the funds, attorney and... View More
answered on Dec 26, 2023
It depends upon the facts and circumstances of your particular situation whether you can successfully recover such expenses.
While an executor named in a will has standing to file a proceeding to probate a will, there is no legal obligation on the executor to do so. An executor can... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
My response would be NO. The H-1B visa demands non-immigrant intentions, indicating an intention to return to your home country after the period spent working. Filing for asylum, or being a derivative of an asylum application with a request to never return to your home country, conflicts with this... View More
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answered on Dec 26, 2023
If you were interviewed for asylum in 2019 and are still awaiting a decision, you can still consider applying for an H1B visa. The H1B is a separate immigration process focused on employment in specialized fields. However, applying for an H1B visa while your asylum case is pending can be complex... View More
I had sent a transaction worth $50,000 from USA to Overseas via a money transfer service. Service did deduct amount from my US bank account and promised a 2 days timeline. After two days I was informed that money is sent. after 2 more days I contacted recipient overseas who said nothing came in... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
Yes, you can pursue legal action against the money transfer service for their failure to complete the transaction and the subsequent delays and miscommunication. You may have grounds to sue for breach of contract, as they did not fulfill their obligation to transfer the money within the promised... View More
So a man knowingly and intentionally steals my father's property which he is an elder man. Wild story a man buys a propety next to my father's and for some reason he starts to build a 430,000 dollar home. he found out after he puts down the concrete allegedly than he continues to build... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
I understand your concerns about the situation involving your father's property. If you believe that someone intentionally and knowingly stole your father's property or engaged in fraudulent activities, you should consider taking the following steps:
Contact Law Enforcement:... View More
She is German citizen and place of birth is Pakistan (so no queue.)
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answered on Dec 24, 2023
If your sister is currently in the U.S. on a B1 visa, filing an Adjustment of Status (AOS) application through Form I-485 may be a possibility for her, particularly if she is eligible under certain categories like family-based or employment-based immigration. However, it's important to... View More
He went to jail for family assault with bodily injury to me and violation of probation and left me with nothing in a house that has no bathroom ceiling and no roof in garage that attaches to the bathroom. It's so called in here I have to stay in bed under 3 comforters and haven't eaten a... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
Before I answer your question, I believe you should file for divorce and in doing so, you should ask for immediate temporary support from your husband and for your legal fees.
There is no criminal charge regarding you, but if he has left your child, there may be a criminal charge.... View More
It's like my late husband employer does not want my name anywhere, his late relative name is even everywhere, I have paper showing I am legal Representative but employer will not put my name next to my husband, my husband was lead inventor, I just wonder does being recognized as legal... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2023
I am sorry to read about your loss.
If your late husband was employed, almost certainly the patents that he was an inventor on were owned by the employer and not by your husband. If so, then he did not have any rights to the patents. The employer can do with the patents and patent... View More
It's like my late husband employer does not want my name anywhere, his late relative name is even everywhere, I have paper showing I am legal Representative but employer will not put my name next to my husband, my husband was lead inventor, I just wonder does being recognized as legal... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2023
As the legal representative of your late husband, you have certain rights regarding his intellectual property, including his utility patents. However, the naming of inventors and representatives on patents is a matter of legal record and protocol, not personal recognition or tribute.
Your... View More
It's like my late husband employer does not want my name anywhere, his late relative name is even everywhere, I have paper showing I am legal Representative but employer will not put my name next to my husband, my husband was lead inventor, I just wonder does being recognized as legal... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
When a patent owner dies, his rights pass to his heirs. If you are his sole heir and the legal representative of his estate appointed by the probate court, you need to contact the US Patent Office and have the patents transferred into your name. As the legal representative of his estate, that is... View More
I don't want to use the word "overpayment " because it sounds like I'm arguing a state issue, when I am not. I'm not sure how to get around using state terminology, because every time I start talking about my case, people think it is a state issue because I'm using... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
When raising a federal question in federal court, I always cite and often quote the specific federal statute under which I am suing so that my pleading clearly shows that there is a federal statute that creates a federal cause of action under which I am suing.
The word... View More
I sold my part of a vacation cabin to my cousin. The title was updated but he hasn't paid me. Can I sue for interest and punitive damages in addition to the agreed price?
answered on Dec 22, 2023
Ordinarily, the title company holds onto the proceeds of the sale for a few days to insure that checks clear, etc. If it has been more than a few days, I would contact the closing agent who handled your sale to your cousin as to the status of the proceeds to be released to you.
If you for... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2023
While an attorney may accept such a case, remember that your damages for the death of a dog is the fair market value of the dog. Pets and other animals are considered personal property. Courts do not award "pain" or "mental anguish" damages based on the dog's suffering or... View More
My wife and I have been separated for several years. She suddenly filed for divorce. I live on very limited amount of Social Security. I can't afford the full services of a divorce attorney. I do have a little money I have saved for a medical procedure. Can I hire an attorney to show me how to... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
There are pro bono legal aid clinics in North Texas, including North Texas Legal Aid.
If you expect a nice property settlement, there most likely are community assets that can be used to hire a reasonably experienced, competent family lawyer. The nature and extent of your property, and... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In Texas, the cost of an uncontested divorce can vary. While there is no standard rate for all uncontested divorces, many attorneys offer flat fees for these types of cases, especially when they are straightforward and the parties agree on all major issues. This flat fee can often be more... View More
There’s already a case started in other country for the child support he never payed and that he sign a contract saying the amount he would pay every month, married a women in another country and falsified his documents
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
In Texas, as in other states, bigamy – being married to more than one person at the same time – is illegal. If a person marries in Texas while already legally married in another country, that second marriage could be considered invalid under Texas law. Furthermore, falsifying documents to enter... View More
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answered on Dec 21, 2023
If you believe Chase and PNC banks have mishandled your inherited assets, such as JPMorgan securities and a Vanguard IRA, it's crucial to take immediate action. First, gather all relevant documents, such as the will, trust, account statements, and any communication with the banks. This... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2023
In cases where a corrected birthday is printed incorrectly again on immigration documents, it's important to take prompt and detailed action. Initially, gather all relevant documents, including any proof of the initial correction request and the resulting incorrect document. This will help in... View More
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