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If a case is settled out of court, is it still on record as a lawsuit?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Joseph T G Harper (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If a case is settled after it has been filed, it remains as a public record. However, the disposition also stays as a public record. If the case has not yet been filed, then it would not be a public record.
If a case is settled after it has been filed, it remains as a public record. However, the disposition also stays as a public record. If the case has... Read Answer

How long does the deportation process take on average?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your question cannot be easily answered. The length of removal proceedings can be days to years depending upon factors such as reason for initiation of removal proceedings, location, relief from removal, and more. It is not clear what you are asking. Each alien is given an individualized hearing on his/her ability to stay in the U.S. Depending upon the circumstances, many cases could be considered in a day or only a couple. Anyone who is in the U.S. without legal status can be placed in removal proceedings regardless of age. ... Read Answer
Your question cannot be easily answered. The length of removal proceedings can be days to years depending upon factors such as reason for initiation... Read Answer

HI, I WAS DEPORTED 8 YEARS AGO TO MEXICO, AND WE CAME BACKED TO USA 3 MONTHS LATER, I HAVE 2 CHILDS WHO ARE US CITIZEN.

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
We do not know whether you will be a priority for deportation or not until Donald Trump has taken office and announced a formal policy. He has changed his policy on immigration so much over the campaign that it is difficult to predict what he will actually do. You can read more about removal defense at http://myattorneyusa.com/removal-and-deportation-defense.... Read Answer
We do not know whether you will be a priority for deportation or not until Donald Trump has taken office and announced a formal policy. He has... Read Answer

Can my husband order me to vacate our home?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Probably not unless the house is his separate property and even then, it's unlikely. You will have to pay the mortgage on it (if any) if you're living in it. Since he is in jail and likely will be for a long time, it's unlikely a judge would allocate use of the house or the house itself to him if you want it.... Read Answer
Probably not unless the house is his separate property and even then, it's unlikely. You will have to pay the mortgage on it (if any) if you're... Read Answer

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Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You need to take your criminal and immigration records to an experienced immigration attorney. You SHOULD NOT travel outside the I.S. until an attorney has reviewed your criminal and immigration histories and explained your status to you and the risks. 
You need to take your criminal and immigration records to an experienced immigration attorney. You SHOULD NOT travel outside the I.S. until an... Read Answer

Should I start the divorce process now or wait until she's 18 if she will be 18 years old in 2 months?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Well if you start now you can get post secondary support for your daughter. Otherwise it makes no difference.
Well if you start now you can get post secondary support for your daughter. Otherwise it makes no difference.

If my booking charge was a possession and when I went to court for my arraignment, my charge was changed to a delivery, is that legal?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Yes, you are not officially charged until you have been arraigned. In addition, they can amend the charge or add charges at a later date. You do not want delivery, have your attorney plea down.
Yes, you are not officially charged until you have been arraigned. In addition, they can amend the charge or add charges at a later date. You do... Read Answer

What are the chances of me going to jail and getting a 2nd assault 4 charge dismissed?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
It is unlikely that you will go to jail. But it's obvious that the classes did not work; hence the second DV4. It is also unlikely that you will get the new DV4 dismissed because it is so close to the initial DV4.
It is unlikely that you will go to jail. But it's obvious that the classes did not work; hence the second DV4. It is also unlikely that you will... Read Answer

Can I request the camera footage for the traffic cam?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If there is footage, you can file a Public Information Request. You might want to retain an attorney.
If there is footage, you can file a Public Information Request. You might want to retain an attorney.

My mother only have copies of her naturalization documents. How can she get a certified one (if not original)? thanks

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your mother can request a replacement certificate by filing Form N-565 with USCIS. You can find the form and instructions at https://www.uscis.gov/n-565.
Your mother can request a replacement certificate by filing Form N-565 with USCIS. You can find the form and instructions... Read Answer

what do i do or where do i go to get legal docs certified as true copies (no originals obtainable)

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You typically need to contact the court or government agency that originally issued the document. 
You typically need to contact the court or government agency that originally issued the document. 

Am I legally entitled to the appraiser’s information or not due to the fact I'm the buyer of the home?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Estate Planning
He is obligated to giving you the appraisal. Report the loan officer, if he continues to provide it.
He is obligated to giving you the appraisal. Report the loan officer, if he continues to provide it.

Can I take my ex-husband back to court after being divorced for 4 or 5 years?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
It is too late to relitigate the divorce including support etc. Since the IRS isn't going after you for taxes left unpaid during the marriage, you have no issue. Everything else is post divorce and therefore you have no right to it and he has no responsibility toward you with regard to maintaining the house etc. You need to seek other ways of supporting yourself. Nothing more can come from the divorce. marriagelit... Read Answer
It is too late to relitigate the divorce including support etc. Since the IRS isn't going after you for taxes left unpaid during the marriage, you... Read Answer

Will I go to jail if used my sister's photo for my drivers liscence?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Highly unlikely. You will likely get a fine, community service and a year probation.
Highly unlikely. You will likely get a fine, community service and a year probation.

What do I say in court on our annulment if things just wasn't working out for us?

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
If the marriage was consumated and there was no fraud (e.g. one of you was already married) you can't have the marriage annulled, you have to get a divorce.
If the marriage was consumated and there was no fraud (e.g. one of you was already married) you can't have the marriage annulled, you have to get a... Read Answer

what is the best option for an LPR to get his spouse from a foreign country

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by attorney Alan Lee, Esq.   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
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The best way would be for the LPR to become a US citizen and to petition under that category. Failing that, some other options could be through the immigration investor EB-5 program if your spouse has the wherewithal to invest, or he might qualify for a working category with dual intent such as H-1B specialized worker or L-1 intracompany transferee. Also if your spouse is an extraordinary alien in a specific field, he may be able to qualify under an O-1 nonimmigrant visa or EB-1A immigrant visa.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
The best way would be for the LPR to become a US citizen and to petition under that category. Failing that, some other options could be through the... Read Answer
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