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How long can the county jail hold you without a court date?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Without ever being to court, typically 48-72 hours. After that, it depends on the circumstances, and you need to ask your lawyer.
Without ever being to court, typically 48-72 hours. After that, it depends on the circumstances, and you need to ask your lawyer.

What does the Report Of TTD/TPD Termination/Reduction cover? Is it just the payment or does it cover the medical as well?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Christopher Edward Clark (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Dear Anonymous,   It sounds to me like you need to speak with an experienced workers compensation attorney.  I would recommend that you reach out to my partner, Karl Popowics.  He handles a lot of work comp cases and would be happy to answer any questions that you might have.   Chip Clark... Read More
Dear Anonymous,   It sounds to me like you need to speak with an experienced workers compensation attorney.  I would recommend that you... Read More

Can a law firm bill me for services from 2004?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If the work was done in 2004, the statute of limitations has passed on open accounts in Indiana and you do not have to pay. If this has been ongoing work since then, this answer does not apply.
If the work was done in 2004, the statute of limitations has passed on open accounts in Indiana and you do not have to pay. If this has been ongoing... Read More

Is it legal to get a divorce for the purpose of receiving social security benefits from an ex spouse?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Answers are yes and yes.
Answers are yes and yes.

Can I get permanent spousal support?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Possibly, yes. Please go talk to a family law attorney in your area, and do not let your husband tell you what you will have to do or give you advice on what will happen in a divorce.
Possibly, yes. Please go talk to a family law attorney in your area, and do not let your husband tell you what you will have to do or give you... Read More

If someone parked at my house where they were instructed not to and I hit her car, will I be liable for that?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
Yes, you will be liable. But more importantly, let your insurance company worry about this.
Yes, you will be liable. But more importantly, let your insurance company worry about this.

If been on work comp for 5 weeks now

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Christopher Edward Clark (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Dear Anonymous,   If you miss more than 21 days of work from a work-related injury, you are entitled to Temporary Total Disability benefits (TTD).  TTD is 2/3 of your "average weekly wage."  If your injury is permament, you are entitled to payment for any Permanent Partial Impairment, (PPI).  Your PPI rating will be determined by the company's workers compensation doctor.  However, if you disagree with the company doctor's PPI rating, you can seek out a rating from a doctor of your own choosing.  You will have to pay for this evaluation.  If you have additional questions, you should contact an experienced workers compensation attorney.   Best,   Chip Clark... Read More
Dear Anonymous,   If you miss more than 21 days of work from a work-related injury, you are entitled to Temporary Total Disability benefits... Read More

Employment and interview question

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Mr. Christopher Edward Clark (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Labor and Employment
Dear Anonymous,   It sounds like this employer crossed the line when asking you about your marriage status and family plans.  If you believe you have experienced discrimination in the hiring process with this employer, you should report it to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).  The number for the Indianapolis office is: 1-800-669-4000.  If you decide to file a Charge of Discrimination, or if you have additional questions about the process, please reach out to me for a free consultation.   Best,   Chip Clark... Read More
Dear Anonymous,   It sounds like this employer crossed the line when asking you about your marriage status and family plans.  If you... Read More

Can a father keep his daughter away from her mother without a court order?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Your friend needs to talk to a lawyer about what to do. The question you pose is not really accurate or relevant to the situation.
Your friend needs to talk to a lawyer about what to do. The question you pose is not really accurate or relevant to the situation.

Can two people be charged and both found guilty of possession of one syringe?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Answer to your question is Yes.
Answer to your question is Yes.

What is the law as far as eviction of a person without a lease?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer
"What is the law" is an impossible question to answer in this amount of time/space. Many pages gave been written on almost any legal subject. If your question is "Can I evict a person even without a written lease?", the answer is yes.
"What is the law" is an impossible question to answer in this amount of time/space. Many pages gave been written on almost any legal subject. If... Read More

How can I view my grandmothers will?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Susan Kozlowski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
A will should be probated in Court.  Consult with an attorney, who will check to see if a probate estate has been opened already, or advise you on how to open one if one does not exist. There are time limits so call an attorney right away.   Good luck. 
A will should be probated in Court.  Consult with an attorney, who will check to see if a probate estate has been opened already, or advise you... Read More

What's steps to take when dealing with custody of my son when we just recently moved back to my home state?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Susan Kozlowski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
You say he wants sole custody -  did he actually file a petition in court or is he just talking?  If he filed something, then we have to deal with that.   If your court order is in Illinois, and now you live in Indiana you need to retain an attorney to transfer your case to Indiana.  The best time to do that is now, rather than waiting for some issue to blow up, and then you have a case pending in Illinois and you have to deal with the relocation along with everything else.    You need an attorney.  Good luck... Read More
You say he wants sole custody -  did he actually file a petition in court or is he just talking?  If he filed something, then we have to... Read More

Question related to domestic violence Act

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Susan Kozlowski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Domestic Violence
Retain an attorney NOW.  This is serious business, and can result in the loss of your liberty, and you being Brady disqualified.   It is possible for a person to walk into the courthouse, fill out a form, tell a story to the judge without the other person being present, and get a temporary protective order.   Then there is typically a hearing for both sides to be present so that judge can hear both sides.  You do not want to go to that hearing without an attorney - you have too much at stake.       Good luck... Read More
Retain an attorney NOW.  This is serious business, and can result in the loss of your liberty, and you being Brady disqualified.   It is... Read More

How can I decrease child support so I may survive?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Susan Kozlowski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Support
Yes, you have the right to seek a modification of child support.  There are a lot of different factors that go into child support calculations so you would be advised to consult with an attorney.    Good luck
Yes, you have the right to seek a modification of child support.  There are a lot of different factors that go into child support calculations... Read More

What can I do to protect my daughter and myself?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by Susan Kozlowski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Foreclosures
You would have to endure a complicated court proceeding to recover mortgage payments you made.   Is this man the father of your child?  The father of the child has an obligation to provide financial support to the child. Yours sounds like a complex situation that would benefit from a conversation with an attorney to sort out all the options.  Good luck!... Read More
You would have to endure a complicated court proceeding to recover mortgage payments you made.   Is this man the father of your child?  The... Read More

I want to become a u s citizen how do i go about marrying my u s citizen girlfriend to do this?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
before you become a us citizen you must first acquire a green card. If you're girlfriend is a us citizen and you get married to her she can then sponsor you for a green card and later u can apply for citizenship after the requisite period of time holding your green card
before you become a us citizen you must first acquire a green card. If you're girlfriend is a us citizen and you get married to her she can then... Read More

If my son and daughter -in-law have decided they don't want me in my grandsons life, can they really do that?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Yes. Parents have great discretion on raising their children, including whom they associate with.
Yes. Parents have great discretion on raising their children, including whom they associate with.

If I loss part of my finger because of an accident, who do I sue the company I work for or the saw company?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You contact a personal injury attorney, who will give you that answer as part of a free consultation. Only very rarely can you sue your employer in Indiana, but you do have workers compensation rights.
You contact a personal injury attorney, who will give you that answer as part of a free consultation. Only very rarely can you sue your employer in... Read More

If I recently discovered that my grandparents' headstone is missing, is the cemetery liable?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer
Not automatically, no. Depends on the circumstances and the agreement/rules of the cemetery. Also depends on how long it has been missing and why, if known.
Not automatically, no. Depends on the circumstances and the agreement/rules of the cemetery. Also depends on how long it has been missing and why, if... Read More

Is the paperwork legal if it is only signed by a notary public?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Only a judge can grant a guardianship.
Only a judge can grant a guardianship.

Should an alleged abuser meet with the alleged victim without an attorney present?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
This is impossible to answer. More of the circumstances ned to be presented.
This is impossible to answer. More of the circumstances ned to be presented.

Is it legal for me to live in his house if he brings a gun here?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Sure it is "legal" but it risks you being prosecuted if the gun is located anywhere near you.
Sure it is "legal" but it risks you being prosecuted if the gun is located anywhere near you.

If one admits guilt that everything that was found was his then can the one who claim his innocence still be charged and it hold up in court?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
To your question, the answer is yes.
To your question, the answer is yes.

Can I file this motion myself, or would it be expensive to get maybe a young PD just to help with the paperwork?

Answered 8 years and 8 months ago by attorney Jay A. Rigdon   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Please repost and tell us what motion you are planning to file. If you want to appeal, you should have a lawyer. Public defenders are lawyers just as privately hired lawyers are.
Please repost and tell us what motion you are planning to file. If you want to appeal, you should have a lawyer. Public defenders are lawyers just as... Read More
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