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Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Ronald Karl Nims (Unclaimed Profile) |
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| Legal Topics: Bankruptcy
Money in tax exempt retirement, like a 401(k) or an IRA are exempt from bankruptcy liquidation. Stocks (unless they are in a tax exempt plan) are not exempt from liquidation.
Money in tax exempt retirement, like a 401(k) or an IRA are exempt from bankruptcy liquidation. Stocks (unless they are in a tax exempt plan) are not... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Child Custody
If the father no longer has to pay support the child must be 18 or have graduated from high school. If either of those is the case, you can do what you want as the restrictions only apply where a child is concerned.
If the father no longer has to pay support the child must be 18 or have graduated from high school. If either of those is the case, you can do what... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Criminal Law
The court docket will have a time and date stamp to show who filed first. A non-party to the Order must serve the other party. If you get served first, go to court to contest the action.
The court docket will have a time and date stamp to show who filed first. A non-party to the Order must serve the other party. If you get served... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Divorce
No. A divorce is a law suit. Once it is filed it must be served (given to you by someone other than your husband). You then can respond. Failure to serve will mean it is thrown out by the court after a period of time.
No. A divorce is a law suit. Once it is filed it must be served (given to you by someone other than your husband). You then can respond. Failure to... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Estate Planning
Your mom, in writing, selects who she wishes to be her power of attorney. She would designate when the powers become effective and, what specific powers she is giving. The second part of your questions appears to be a probate question. Her mortgage goes away upon her death.
Your mom, in writing, selects who she wishes to be her power of attorney. She would designate when the powers become effective and, what specific... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Divorce
As long as you are living together and married to each other you can be held responsible as this is a community property state. If you file for a legal separation or divorce you can be freed of any obligation as soon as a court gives you an order making each of you responsible for your own debts.... Read More
As long as you are living together and married to each other you can be held responsible as this is a community property state. If you file for a... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Personal Injury
If your claim will be under $5,000.00, small claims is the right venue. You may have to sue both parties and let them figure out how much each will pay on the judgment.
If your claim will be under $5,000.00, small claims is the right venue. You may have to sue both parties and let them figure out how much each will... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Personal Injury
You likely do not have a case that you could prevail. You would have to prove that your doctor did not provide the standard of care. You admit that your condition is rare. Further, you would have to prove that the delayed diagnosis made your condition worst.
You likely do not have a case that you could prevail. You would have to prove that your doctor did not provide the standard of care. You admit that... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Estate Planning
No! The business is personal property and only your mother has rights to it. Thus, she may pass it on as she sees fit. Besides, it looks like he will be doing find without it.
No! The business is personal property and only your mother has rights to it. Thus, she may pass it on as she sees fit. Besides, it looks like he... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Criminal Law
It depends upon the evidence they have and, more importantly, key evidence that does not require her cooperation. Meaning, they can still prosecute without her as a witness.
It depends upon the evidence they have and, more importantly, key evidence that does not require her cooperation. Meaning, they can still prosecute... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Criminal Law
Yes, they generally charge all parties and rely on the parties to sort it out themselves. Meaning, she needs to step-up and say he was not knowledgeable that she had planed and di steal the phone.
Yes, they generally charge all parties and rely on the parties to sort it out themselves. Meaning, she needs to step-up and say he was not... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Divorce
You file a divorce. Since you were young and he was deported, I assume you had nothing. If you can't find an address you have to get the court's permission to serve by publication and/or e-mail if you have an e-mail address. You will be granted a divorce.
You file a divorce. Since you were young and he was deported, I assume you had nothing. If you can't find an address you have to get the court's... Read More
Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Child Custody
You don't say payment for what. Child support is paid in proportion to your earnings. Even if you have a 50/50 parenting plan ( I assume that's what you mean by joint custody) he would have to pay a transfer payment given the disparity in incomes.
You don't say payment for what. Child support is paid in proportion to your earnings. Even if you have a 50/50 parenting plan ( I assume that's what... Read More
Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Criminal Law
They are discussing the matter internally and with prosecutor on whether to proceed with charges. You actually could get a letter to appear at your arrangement, rather than being arrested.
They are discussing the matter internally and with prosecutor on whether to proceed with charges. You actually could get a letter to appear at your... Read More
Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Helene Ellenbogen (Unclaimed Profile) |
1 Answer
| Legal Topics: Child Custody
This is family nonsense that has little if any legal significance. I assume your daughter is an adult. If she has a serious criminal record or something like that and the siblings are worried about your mother's safety, they can call adult protective services. Since you didn't say why there is such an issue about your daughter, it's difficult to give advice. Don't promise things you don't intend to keep and don't sign things if you don't know what significance it might have.... Read More
This is family nonsense that has little if any legal significance. I assume your daughter is an adult. If she has a serious criminal record or... Read More