General Practice Legal Questions

OK, so any time a person on the job is discriminated against based on their race, ethnicity skin, color, etc., you must take steps to notify your Human Resources department of this discrimination. Your employee manual will identify the correct procedure to complain about this conduct. After that, If they fail to take remedial measures to either fire the manager or separate you from working together, then the company is exposed to liability. You should have a free consultation with an attorney here in the state of Florida to discuss. ... Read Answer

Yes.  Typically your security agreement with a lienholder requires that any insurance proceeds received for damage to the collateral (i.e. your car) be used to repair the collateral.Since it is a six-year old car, you should consider paying off the lien if you do not intend to get the car fixed.  Paying off the lienholder will enable you to use the insurance proceeds for whatever you like.Incidentally, this is exactly why the lienholder's name is on the insurance check--so you won't use the money for something else.... Read Answer

Hello Amber, Thankfully it's a fairly straightforward process. Most attorneys who have a client who wishes to fire them do not wish to remain on the case regardless as clearly there is an issue with the attorney-client relationship that could hinder the attorney's ability. Some courts may have a form that you can use, but essentially you would just need to file a Motion for Withdrawal with the Court. While these are normally submitted by the attorney, the Court will consider a Motion filed by the client as well. However, if you're planning on getting a new attorney, it may be easier and better to first hire the other attorney and they would simply draft and file a Motion for Substitution of Counsel instead. Webb County has a form template for criminal cases where the attorney is the one that filed the Motion, but you can likely use it as a guide for what your Motion needs to include: https://www.webbcountytx.gov/DC111th/Forms/Criminal%20-%20Motion%20To%20Withdraw%20Atty.pdf. The key thing your Motion needs to include are the style at the top (the "case heading"), the title stating it's a Motion for Withdrawal, that you no longer wish to have your attorney representing you in the case, and your signature. Keep in mind that after filing it with the Court, you do have to provide copies to your attorney as well as the other side/their attorney. Best,James M. Ringel... Read Answer

Everyone has to follow the court rules. Unless you have proper service of process under the court rules the ex-BF is not served. You also have to file the return of service. Bottom line, the rules are the rules and unless you follow them, the court won't help. A partition of land requires a lot of work, if you get it wrong, when the time comes, you will not be able to sell the property. Lawyers may cost money; it is the money they save you in the future that is our real value. I hope this helps. Good luck to you.... Read Answer

A foreign national who wants to visit the United States does not need someone to sponsor them. They would apply in their country of citizenship, and provide financial information and financial documents to support the fact that they have the motivation to return once they complete their visit. This would include but not be limited to tax returns showing employment income, a letter from their employer vouching for that income, six months of pay stubs from their current job, as well as property ownership like an appraisal, showing the net equity after the mortgage is deducted. All these financial documents would prove that they have the motivation to return to their country of citizenship.     ... Read Answer

The laws around accessory dwellings in Connecticut changed in 2021. The legislation, Public Act 21-29, requires towns to designate specific zones where ADUs are permitted as-of-right, either attached to or detached from the single-family house. However, towns can opt out and set their own requirements for ADUs or not allow them at all. Please feel to contact us for further information. ... Read Answer

Yes, you should work with an attorney to process all the forms and documents needed to obtain your wife's lawful permanent resident status. Attorneys fees vary widely on these cases. However, some of us charge a very reasonable flat rate fee, with no hidden expenses to handle the case from start to finish.... Read Answer

If you were only a live in partner and not a surviving spouse, there is no right that you have to a life estate in your decedent girlfriend's home. You are now in the status of a tenant on a month to month lease at best and a holdover tenant at worst. Accordingly, you can be evicted without cause. That is the general rule and there are exceptions so you need to contact an attorney in your state to review all the facts to determine what your rights are. ... Read Answer

Did you ask if they can provide "Hospital Bed Funds".  This is a program that applies to financial needs cases.  There are other possible resolutions available to you as well.   I would be happy to discuss them further.  My firm focuses on debt negotiation and bankruptcy. Max - 203.870.6700... Read Answer

If you were rear ended, then the other driver must be at fault. If you have any injuries at all, you can pursue him for all past and future pain and suffering, lost wages, if any, in addition to any medical bills. You should discuss your case here in Florida with counsel for more information.... Read Answer

No one can legally buy your house without your knowledge, but they can steal it. Online title fraud is a thing.  If someone has made a demand in writing claiming they own your home, you need to find an attorney ASAP for a consultation. You can also head down to the County or Town Clerk's office and find a copy of your deed. You'll need the block and lot number off your title policy. The current deed recorded will show if someone forged your signature to transfer the property. ... Read Answer