Missouri Recent Legal Answers from Lawyers

If you failed to complete all of the requirements of probation, that is a violation of probation. The Prosecutor will file a motion to revoke your probation. There will be a hearing before a judge, who will decide whether to revoke your probation and sentence you for the original sentence. Since I don't know what crime you were original charged with committing, there is no way for me to know what your potential sentence would be.... Read More

I'm not an expert on unemployment law, especially in MO, but it would seem to me that,while being "forced" to retire could be considered firing, refusing to submit an application requested by your employer could be considered cause for firing.  Again, not familiar with MO law, but in NY you can't get unemployment benefits if you are fired for cause. ... Read More

Hi. Yes, you can still process your green card through your husband. You can use the current entry for proof of lawful entry. In addition, you can file for a replacement I-94 from  when you were 14.  I would be happy to help or provide more details. You can contact me anytime. ... Read More

Unless the owner knew the dog was vicious (i.e. he had bitten before), and didn't tell you, you are on your own on your medical bills. However, if the homeowner had homeowner's insurance, and if there is a medical payments provision in there, the insurance company may pay your medical bills only. Good luck.... Read More

If you plead guilty to "Driving While Suspended," 12 points will be added to your Missouri driving record and your license will be revoked for 1 year. If you hire an attorney to represent you, your attorney can get your "Driving While Suspended" ticket reduced to a non-moving, no-point violation that won't affect your driving record or insurance rates. You will have to show proof that your license has been reinstated. To get reinstated, you will have to pay a reinstatement fee to the Missouri Dept. of Revenue (Dept. of Motor Vehicles) and there may be other requirements. You can't get your license reinstated if you have any outstanding unpaid traffic tickets. I suggest you call the Missouri Dept. of Revenue to ask if you are eligible for reinstatement of your license and also ask what you have to do to get reinstated.... Read More

You would be able to challenge this DWI based on both the officers probable cause as well as his lack of blood / breath sample. It is important to note that the officer issuing a citation does not mean that you are going to be charged the DWI. The prosecutor will be the one to file the actual charges. Depending on the officer's report, the prosecutor could choose not to issue the citation. The license revocation is also very challengable because of a lack of probable cause. You would need to file a petition for review in the court where your "refusal" occured which would require a lawyer most likely.... Read More