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If you were at home when the accident occurred and suffered physical injuries, you should consult with a personal injury lawyer licensed in your state. An accident lawyer can help you pursue a claim against the negligent driver’s auto insurance carrier.  If you only sustained property damage, you can still consult with a personal injury lawyer. However, it may be difficult to find an attorney willing to handle the claim. In my experience, most lawyers do not take cases that involve property damage only. Disclaimer: This response is for general informational purposes only and does not create an attorney–client relationship. You should consult with a licensed attorney about your specific situation.... Read Answer

You will need to retain a lawyer ASAP before you do anything further. Unless you have some legal obligation to shelter this child you are putting yourself in a dangerous position, starting with allegations of sexual misconduct or other issues that may be alleged later, if a manipulative or mentally unstable child or the parent opts to attack you.  Any question GOOGLE Michael Oher. That you have a wife and 2 sons is of zero consequence. You are probably better off getting child protective services involved before you interven in someone else's family business based on the accusations of a child. "Emotional abuse" is highly subjective and for some children is being told NO to anything they want to do as teenagers. ... Read Answer

While I am a licensed attorney in the State of Arkansas and not New Mexico, I will tell you that you would have 2 options in Arkansas. The first would be to file a "FINS" (Family in Need of Services) petition with juvenile court to try to have the children removed from their parents' custody until such time as their circumstances change and they are in a better place to provide for the health, welfare and safety of their children. The second option would be to file a petition seeking guardianship of your minor siblings. As their guardian, you stand in the shoes of their parents and can make decisions for them. In Arkansas, you have to prove that both parents are "unfit" to get a guardianship, if either parent is going to contest it. I recommend talking to an attorney in the community where the children reside to discuss if either of these options are available to you. ... Read Answer

Probably not. You should go visit a probate lawyer in the state of New Mexico for advice. If your daughter died without sufficient assets, you may be able to do a simple probate by affidavit, so that the court can issue an order allowing you to inherit any property and/or asset that she left behind. You should contact your local county bar association and get a referral for a probate attorney.... Read Answer

From your email I gether that your former roommate loaned you money, althoygh you don't say wo explicitly.  If so, you are obligated to repay it unless it was a gift, or unless you received it (or someione received it on your behalf, like a creditor of yours) as part of a contract in which you provided something of value in exchange for the money.  The lack of a signed document doesn't change anything, except that it may make it harder for your former roommate to prove his/her case.  You would still be liable to repay the money, even if you can't work, unless the debt is discharged in bankruptcy.... Read Answer

There is no list of which we are aware that designates people who can come back to the US after being deported. Generally speaking, a deportation or removal order is in effect for 10 years when a person leaves the US under an order of removal or deportation. If you are concerned that your husband is otherwise barred, I suggest that you obtain a copy of your husband’s immigration file and consult with an immigration attorney. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee & Arthur Lee, Esqs.’ (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

Yes if you are US citizen, then you can probably sponsor your husband for his green card. You may need a waiver of inadmissibility, which would be most likely granted given the time that has Passed. Discuss your case with counsel anywhere in the United States. Counsel in any state can represent clients all over the world.... Read Answer

It's not clear what or who damaged your vehicle but you may want to try several options such as an insurance claim against your auto coverage or against a homeowners policy at the location where the damage occurred. 🤔... in the alternative you can call your small claims court in the county or municipality where the incident occurred... you can also call the UNM law school clinic for representation if you can't afford an attorney! Best wishes ... Read Answer

It is very difficult to immigrate someone who has been deported for a drug conviction. I suggest that you bring his entire criminal/immigration files to an immigration lawyer whose practice includes dealing with criminal issues and consult with him or her as to whether your brother has a chance to return and what steps would be involved in doing so. 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