New Mexico Recent Legal Answers from Lawyers

First of all, you always retain the option of changing attorneys if you are not satisfied with the work your current attorney is doing for you.  As far as how, your best bet is to contact some attorneys and set up a consultation to discuss your options, and if you find someone you like and can work out a fee arrangement, hire them and they will replace your current attorney.  I would recommend you actually find and hire a new attorney before releasing your current attorney, as you don't want to end up unrepresented.  Please feel free to contact me if you would like, or another lawyer on here.... Read Answer

You may possibly have a case, the issue is you would need to establish some type of fault for the injuries on either your friend or some dangerous condition on his property, and given that you don't remember what happened, that could be difficult. I do recommend you speak to an attorney if you have more details as they could likely assist you in deciding whether you had a good case.... Read Answer

You should definitely speak to an attorney as you may have a case both against the other driver in the motorcycle accident if your son was not at fault, but also a possible medical malpractice against his care provider for releasing him too son.  Too give a good opinion, more informatin is needed since these types of cases depend a lot on the specific facts, but I would definitely recommend pursuing it as your son likely has a case.... Read Answer

Are you violating their privacy?  Arguably..  Are you doing anything which violates your employees' legal rights?  No, unless you have a contract with your employees that you will not disclose their names to third parties.  I wouldn't disclose any social security numbers or other more personal info though.... Read Answer

Perhaps you signed a personal guaranty of the debt incurred by the coporation.  Also, if the creditor filed suit to obtain a judgment and named you in the suit and you did not answer the suit, that could have resulted in a judgment lien against you personally.  The final option is that they filed the lien improperly.... Read Answer

Are they paying rent?  Assuming no written lease, deemed to be month-to-month.  Give them notice of termination of tenancy under landlord-tenant act, followed by suit in metro or magistrate court (as appropriate) to evict them.  Once get judgment, sheriff can physcially move them out.  Going to be difficult since they live with you, apparently.   This is for informational purposes only, is not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship.... Read Answer

Landlord had to give you accounting within 30 days after last day of lease with deductions from deposit.   If not, landlord forfeits right to keep any of deposit, and forfeits right to go after you for alleged damages to property.  If he did give 30-day notice, probably have to fight him in metro or magistrate court over whether damage charges are legitimate.   This is for information purposes only, is not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship.... Read Answer

You could file in the probate court where your aunt lived to be appointed executor of her estate and, as part of the filing, state that you believe she left a Will but her husband has not filed it yet.  I don't understand how you know the Will leaves the ranch to you if only her husband has seen it, but the court has the authority to require him to file the Will. ... Read Answer

The best action is to gather together and keep in a safe place all evidence that you and he have had a bona fide marriage. When the divorce is finalized, you can submit the I-751 Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence with all the proof of your marital relationship. If U.S.C.I.S. is convinced through the documentary evidence and/or interview with you that the marriage was bona fide, you would be allowed to have your conditions removed on the green card. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.... Read Answer

It is certainly possible to enforce your claim.  However, assuming that you have no basis to sue the debtor in Australia, the debtor may be able to force you to appear in the US, for deposition and/or trial.  This is not a certainty, as you may be able to obtain a summary judgment based on undisputed facts set froth in an affidavit, and also the Court may allow you to be deposed by video conference, but it is possible, and, along with retaining an attorney, may be more costly than the matter is worth.... Read Answer

The I-94 number is not on the visa. It is given to a person upon arrival in the US by Customs and Border Protection. You can access the number along with your entry record by going to https//94.cbp.dhs.gov.if you entered in May 2013 and later in any legal manner other than by land. Prior to that time, physical I-94 cards were given to all legal nonimmigrant entrants to the US with the numbers on the cards.   Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.  ... Read Answer

There is no simple path based upon length of time in the U.S. Eligibility for permanent residence will depend upon more detailed information about his immigration history and ties to the country. Most individuals obtain residence through family-based or employment-based immigrant visa petitions. You can read more about immigration options at http://myattorneyusa.com/immigration-to-the-usa.... Read Answer

When someone is arrested by ICE he/she is typically served with a Notice to Appear. This Notice to Appear may have court date set or not. The immigration court actually sets the date so notice comes from the immigration court. Your brother-in-law can call the immigration court to find out his next hearing date. It is important he not miss an immigration court hearing as he can be ordered removed in his absence. You can read more about removal defense at http://myattorneyusa.com/removal-and-deportation-defense.... Read Answer

You process to bring a family member from overseas. The first step requires you to file an immigrant visa petition along with required supporting evidence with USCIS. Once this petition is approved, the case will be transferred to the NVC after which your husband will apply for an immigrant visa. He will submit a visa application online. He will also need to submit supporting documents to show he is eligible for the visa. Eventually, he will be scheduled for an interview where a consular official will approve or deny his visa. You can read more about the process at http://myattorneyusa.com/family-immigration.... Read Answer

Your wife's ex has no power to unilaterally remove her as an obligor on the car loan, as this would prejudice the lender (co-signers benefit the lender, giving it additional security for its loan).  Such a change would require the lender's consent, and it has no reason to consent.  Your wife's ex could theoretically repay the car loan, possibly taking out a new loan on his own for that purpose, but he may not have the ability to do that, even if he wanted to.  Moreover, absent a court order (such as a judgment of divorce) or an agreement which requires the ex to get the loan transferred to his name alone, I don't think he is obligated to do so.... Read Answer

You can contact the WC Department for the State of New Mexico for help at 1-800-255-7965  and speak with a representative/ombudsman or go to www.workerscomp.state.nm.us for more information. They can talk to the insurance company on your behalf or you can hire an attorney to represent you. Good luck!... Read Answer