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Am I still eligible for disability benefits?

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
From your description, it is not clear why you were denied.  But it does appear that your lawyer appealed first to the administrative law judge and then to a district court.  Unless the district court's decision contained a mistake of law which was material and reversable, there is no further hope of appeal. However, you may well be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), food stamps (SNAP), the low income heat and assistance program (LIHEAP), and housing support such as HUD Section 8.  You may want to start by applying for Supplemental Security Income.  ... Read More
From your description, it is not clear why you were denied.  But it does appear that your lawyer appealed first to the administrative law judge... Read More

Someone made a false police report against me that gave me a felony and I had to serve time in jail I have a witness who was present

Answered 6 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you were convicted of aggravated assault by either a trial or plead guilty, there is no one to sue because you are guilty of the charge.
If you were convicted of aggravated assault by either a trial or plead guilty, there is no one to sue because you are guilty of the charge.

Need a affordable/payment plan if possible Criminal Attorney practices in Obion County

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Go to lawyers.com and enter "criminal law" and "Obion County, Tennessee" and it should refer you to attorneys in Obion County. You will need to reach out to the attorneys to find out if they will work with you.
Go to lawyers.com and enter "criminal law" and "Obion County, Tennessee" and it should refer you to attorneys in Obion County. You will need to reach... Read More

Can a company be sued for over charging shipping and handling cost?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
RockAuto may have special arrangments with the shipper. If you paid for the shipping, then you might want to contact RockAuto and discuss this with it. They may offer you a refund of some kind.
RockAuto may have special arrangments with the shipper. If you paid for the shipping, then you might want to contact RockAuto and discuss this with... Read More

I am the victim of the domestic violence case my court date is in 5 days for the charges I don't want to go that day ,I'm going to be arrested?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Domestic Violence
You will need to talk with the District Attorneys Office and express your wishes to it.
You will need to talk with the District Attorneys Office and express your wishes to it.

Can I qualify for mental/ physical Disability? What are my rights?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Only the Social Security Administration can determine whether you qualify, based on a functional analysis.  You can apply on your own at www.ssa.gov.  Please be aware that the process could take a good six months, longer if you must appeal. 
Only the Social Security Administration can determine whether you qualify, based on a functional analysis.  You can apply on your own at... Read More

timeshare cancellation can a lawyer help

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business Law
there are attorneys who advertise on TV and online about getting out of timeshares. Give one of them a call.
there are attorneys who advertise on TV and online about getting out of timeshares. Give one of them a call.

Is there legal action I can take against this dealership?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If you are in Tennessee and the dealership in NC, then I would let it go. If the daughter does not want it, you will have to decide if you want to buy it or not. However, not worth the time and money you would have to put into it if you want to try to force them to sell you the car. However, advise the bank what has happened and stop payment on the check.... Read More
If you are in Tennessee and the dealership in NC, then I would let it go. If the daughter does not want it, you will have to decide if you... Read More

Vehicle Damaged In Accident By Dealership

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Automobile Accidents
If the repair put the vehicle back at the same value as it was before the damage, then you do not have a case.
If the repair put the vehicle back at the same value as it was before the damage, then you do not have a case.

Will it be worth it for me to sue my contractor for not paying the subcontrators for parts & services, or should I just pay them myself?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Each lawyer sets his/her own fee. You would need to contact an attorney in your area to discuss with the lawyer the fee.
Each lawyer sets his/her own fee. You would need to contact an attorney in your area to discuss with the lawyer the fee.

I fell in a county clerks office and has missed a week of work, can I do anything?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
As a general rule, state/county/city offices have a governmental immunity from situations that you described. However, you might contact the risk management/legal department to find out if it will offer any compensation.
As a general rule, state/county/city offices have a governmental immunity from situations that you described. However, you might contact the risk... Read More

I need help finding a lawyer that sues a business because a mechanic shop sold my car without me knowing

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Business Law
Before a repair shop can sell your car for non-payment, there is a procedure that it must go through including notifying you of the fact that it intends to sale the car and publication in a newspaper.
Before a repair shop can sell your car for non-payment, there is a procedure that it must go through including notifying you of the fact that it... Read More

Dui

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: DUI/DWI
Yeah, especially if they get arrested again for DUI and/or is involved in an accident.
Yeah, especially if they get arrested again for DUI and/or is involved in an accident.

Adoption and cost and timeline

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Adoptions
Call me and we can discuss the process. Patrick Johnson 615-646-9417
Call me and we can discuss the process. Patrick Johnson 615-646-9417

DO I HAVE ANY CHANCE OF GETTYNG A SIMPLE ASSAULT `EXPUNGED

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Expungements
Yes, under certain conditions,  there is a way to get the assault charge expunged from your record. Call me and I will explain.
Yes, under certain conditions,  there is a way to get the assault charge expunged from your record. Call me and I will explain.

In tn is it fesabal to get a moving violation off my CDL got 14 over in my car 1 year ago and a FTO traffic sighn in Ohio also 1 year old

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
Unfortunately, a speeding ticket can not be removed from you CDL history.
Unfortunately, a speeding ticket can not be removed from you CDL history.

If a grandparent has guardianship of a child, are they entitled to keep the child with them majority of the time?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Guardianship and Conservatorship
As long as the child is not in danger, the grandmother/guardian has the discretion to allow her to stay with others. You can go to court and ask the judge to limit who she stays with.
As long as the child is not in danger, the grandmother/guardian has the discretion to allow her to stay with others. You can go to court and ask the... Read More

Do I need to go to county clerk to file discoveries against a motion to withdraw and for lien on file ?

Answered 6 years and 6 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
Discuss this with the attorney.  If you are not satisfied, you can file a grievance with the state bar.  If you have good evidence of a violation of the rules of professional conduct, the state bar will investigate.
Discuss this with the attorney.  If you are not satisfied, you can file a grievance with the state bar.  If you have good evidence of a... Read More

My mother is being wrongfully accused of credit card fraud. What can I do about it?

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
She will need to hire a criminal lawyer to assist her.
She will need to hire a criminal lawyer to assist her.

What type of lawyer do i need when someone is not paying you money back on purchases made during a realtionship

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Any lawyer who practices trial work or civil law can help you.
Any lawyer who practices trial work or civil law can help you.

Start a probate will

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer
The power of attorney became ineffective the moment your mother died. Hire a local probate attorney to help you probate the Will.
The power of attorney became ineffective the moment your mother died. Hire a local probate attorney to help you probate the Will.

I missed a court date, should I get a lawyer?

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Traffic Violations
I would contact the clerk of the court that you missed and explain to them what happened. It may be that the court has a procedure for setting aside the warrant and giving you a new court date. If not, depending on the county where you missed court, a lawyer can usually have the bench warrant set aside and get you a new court date.... Read More
I would contact the clerk of the court that you missed and explain to them what happened. It may be that the court has a procedure for setting aside... Read More

would I qualify for disability

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Social Security Disability
Only the Social Security Administration can answer your question.  You can apply online at www.ssa.gov.
Only the Social Security Administration can answer your question.  You can apply online at www.ssa.gov.

How can I be sued and garnished for credit card debt when I was never served to appear in court?

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Since the garnishment was issued by the court, there must be a judgment rendered against you and you would have at least been served with the paperwork before the judgment was rendered, at least on paper. Go to the court which issued the garnishment and look at the paperwork which rendered a judgment against you to see what kind of service of process that it shows. You can hire an attorney to challenge the service of process and therefore the judgment rendered against you.... Read More
Since the garnishment was issued by the court, there must be a judgment rendered against you and you would have at least been served with the... Read More

domesticate foreign judgment to collect

Answered 6 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to speak with an attorney in Kansas about your situation.
You need to speak with an attorney in Kansas about your situation.
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