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I'm a legal heir in my deceased dad’s estate that is currently going through probate in Washington State. Under Washington State law does a legal heir have any legal rights to request from the estate's executor an itimized inventory of the estate's liabilities showing who the... View More 
answered on May 1, 2024
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Yes, it is possible to request an accounting from the the executor (aka "Personal Representative") of the estate under RCW 11.68.065 if your situation meets all of the following criteria:
a) you are a beneficiary with an interest in the estate;
b)... View More
I showed up on a court date. The judge said I don’t think you are who you say you are and you have a warrant so we’re gonna arrest you. They handcuffed me. I sat there for a while while everybody’s watched me in the courtroom and then they walked me around to the courthouse inside the jail... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
You might indeed have grounds to consider legal action against the police department for what sounds like a wrongful arrest and mistaken identity. If your rights were infringed upon due to an error by law enforcement or the judicial system, you could potentially file a lawsuit for damages such as... View More
my pass was denied due to me being flagged AR 600-8-2 specifically lays out what constitutes a favorable action and subsequently what favorable actions aren't allowed when a service member is flagged.
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answered on May 1, 2024
AR 600-8-2 is the Army Regulation that covers suspension of favorable personnel actions (FLAG). It outlines the policies and procedures for flagging soldiers and the impact of a flag on their personnel actions.
When a soldier is flagged, certain favorable personnel actions are prohibited.... View More
The name of the persons info is attached to my files with some personal info also included.
answered on Apr 30, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Technically, it could be a privacy violation. For practical purposes, many people just destroy the out-of-place pages. An errant sheet from a report gets accidentally left in a copier or scanner in a medical office,... View More
I have a suspended license. Today I was in an accident where the other driver was at fault.
Does my licence status release them from liability?
answered on May 9, 2024
A Washington attorney should advise as to specifics of how suspended license affects claimant's rights. In general, the other side could still be considered liable as a general rule. However, different jurisdictions could limit the scope of damages recoverable - that's where a local... View More
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
Finding information on bankruptcy judges who served in the Eastern District of Washington during the 1980s can be quite specific, but here’s a helpful overview based on historical records. During the 1980s, several judges might have presided over bankruptcy cases in this jurisdiction. However,... View More
For two months he promised to make it good in a "few days". For the last month he has not returned my calls or texts. What are my options? Since he has done this recently to multiple people at what point does this become criminal? The transaction occurred in Sequim, Washington
answered on Apr 22, 2024
It is probably criminal now. Report it to the police (do not threaten to report it to the police as that might be a crime). Check your states laws on giving notice on bounced checks and your rights to recovery in small claims for damages in addition to the amount of the check.
I had gallbladder surgery removal because I had stones. The doctor missed one and I ended up with sepsis and a second surgery for the removal of second stone. My heath has never been the same. Can someone please help me.
answered on Apr 19, 2024
Medical malpractice cases can be difficult. Between the laws that protect doctors and hospitals and their insurance companies, and the nature of medical malpractice cases, not all valid cases can go forward. I suggest you continue to contact medical malpractice attorneys in the state where this... View More
I had gallbladder surgery removal because I had stones. The doctor missed one and I ended up with sepsis and a second surgery for the removal of second stone. My heath has never been the same. Can someone please help me.
answered on Apr 19, 2024
As I am sure you have been told, a bad outcome in a surgery does not necessarily mean that your surgeon committed malpractice.
Take your medical records to another surgeon in or near the county where you first surgery occurred and pay him/her to thoroughly review those records to determine... View More
I have been under a contract (in Washington State) to do some work for a small company (sole proprietor LLC). I completed the work and send a final invoice. He is not paying because he says he just cant afford to pay it. This is not at all true. The truth is that he has lost interest in the... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The short answer is that arbitration clauses are binding. When parties to a contract agree to arbitration as a forum for handling disputes arising out of the matter, that means they forfeit rights to pursue... View More
a customer of mine was buying a car for me, but never made the payments turn to find out he was arrested and the car was seized over three years ago, and I been legal owner never notified by any sort or kind of communication via, but not limited to : written letter, Fax , phone , email, and in... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
If you are the legal owner of the car and it was seized by the police over three years ago without any notification, you should take the following steps:
1. Gather all documents proving your ownership of the vehicle, such as the title, registration, bill of sale, or any other relevant... View More
2 years gone. Never was working on my case. Never informed on what was going on by lawyer. I just wanted to know that I was still her client. So, I thought she was just leading me on and not doing anything. I did apologize but was to late. I removed the post anywhere I saw it. Did not help.... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2024
At this point, you must continue to directly contact malpractice attorneys in the state where the malpractice occurred to see if someone will take on the case.
For other people who read this response online, note, once you complain about an attorney online or if you file a bar complaint,... View More
my current immigration status h4 ends on 11/15/2025, my change of status to h1b approved from 12/05/2023 to 11/1/2026, when can i change to new status? im still in my old status
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
Based on the information you provided, here are the key details:
- Your current H-4 status is valid until 11/15/2025.
- Your change of status to H-1B has been approved, with validity from 12/05/2023 to 11/1/2026.
In this scenario, you can change to your new H-1B status on or... View More
select the date you want your change of status to occur on, if approved your change of status will occur on the date of your current non immigration status ends, or the date of approval or the requested date whichever occurs later
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
The instructions for the USCIS Form I-539 (Application to Extend/Change Nonimmigrant Status) regarding the requested date for change of status can be clarified as follows:
When filling out Form I-539, you have the option to select a specific date on which you want your change of status to... View More
I have been married and living with my husband for 9 years and we have a 6 year old daughter. I got my green card 7 years ago upon my arrival in the US. We have not submitted the removal of green card conditions (I-751) because my husband does not want me to get citizenship.
(1) Can I... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, here are the answers to your questions:
(1) Applying for citizenship without submitting I-751:
If you obtained your green card through marriage and have been married for less than 2 years at the time of getting the green card, you... View More
I have been married and living with my husband for 9 years and we have a 6 year old daughter. I got my green card 7 years ago upon my arrival in the US. We have not submitted the removal of green card conditions (I-751) because my husband does not want me to get citizenship.
(1) Can I... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2024
No. You must file the I-751, with or without your husband. The fact that you allowed the two years to expire means that you can be placed in removal proceedings for failing to file the I-751.
Filing a self petition based upon divorce based upon irreconcilable differences may be the better... View More
Would it be a threat? Or something else? I’m a kid. (12, almost 13) I’m not sure what “type” of “crime” this is.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Pointing a gun at someone or their property, including a car, is a serious offense and can be considered a crime in most jurisdictions. Depending on the specific circumstances and the laws of the state or country where the incident occurred, it could be classified as one or more of the following... View More
Would it be a threat? Or something else? I’m a kid. (Under 18, over 10) I’m not sure what “type” of “crime” this is.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Pointing a gun at someone or their property, including a car, is a serious offense and can be considered a crime in most jurisdictions. Depending on the specific circumstances and the laws of the state or country where the incident occurred, it could be classified as one or more of the following... View More
My friend was in their car, and a person pulled out a gun and pointed it at their car. My friend and his mom sped off in a different direction to escape. They got a good look at the car, but not the person and filed a police report. Is this a crime?
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Yes, this is a crime. Pointing a gun at someone, even if no shots are fired, is generally considered a serious offense. Depending on the specific circumstances and the laws of the jurisdiction where the incident occurred, this action could be classified as one or more of the following crimes:... View More
Today my Landlord let two people and herself into the condo we rent from her property management company. I immediately contacted her and stated I didn't agree to this and that I never recieved notice. She claims that her "software" sent our notice and that she will send proof once... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In Washington state, landlords are required to provide at least 24 hours' written notice before entering a tenant's unit, except in cases of emergency or if it is impracticable to do so. The notice must specify the date, approximate time, and purpose of the entry. If the landlord fails to... View More
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