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CAN SOMEONE PURCHASE YOUR HOUSE WITHOUT YOUR KNOWLEDGE? WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS? CLAIMING HE OWNS 75%

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Matt Bryant   |   3 Answers
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 More
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... Read More

CAN SOMEONE PURCHASE YOUR HOUSE WITHOUT YOUR KNOWLEDGE? WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS? CLAIMING HE OWNS 75%

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Matt Bryant   |   3 Answers
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 More
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... Read More

Who I have to accept papers

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
Looks like you are being sued. Here's the issue, if you keep ducking service, the other side gets an order for alternate service and serves you that way. The nastier sort add the costs of the motion and alternate service to the damages. There can be very good reasons to avoid service but youcan only avoid for so long.  ... Read More
Looks like you are being sued. Here's the issue, if you keep ducking service, the other side gets an order for alternate service and serves you that... Read More

How do I manage changing my Gender/Name on my birth certificate when I have moved out of the state that my birth certificate is registered.

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
Anything related to your birth records will have to be done in your county of birth; it cannot be done anywhere else because that is where you were born and that county and no other county in the US controls that record. As for Zoom, it is often available, I would call the clerk of the court in Oregon to see if you need to be personally present. If they say you have to be present, then you have to be there. Sorry if that is not convenient. Good luck.... Read More
Anything related to your birth records will have to be done in your county of birth; it cannot be done anywhere else because that is where you were... Read More

How long after meditation should a court order be signed?

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
you need to file a Motion to Show Cause why the Order should not be signed. you also probably have the best chance if you hire a lawyer to do this
you need to file a Motion to Show Cause why the Order should not be signed. you also probably have the best chance if you hire a lawyer to do this

What is Florida's statute of limitations for lewd and licivious EXHIBITION committed by person over 18 on victim under 12 years old?

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
Are you inquiring for a potential civil case or a criminal case? Are you the alleged victim or the alleged perpetrator? You should discuss your case in a private phone call with counsel here in Florida. 
Are you inquiring for a potential civil case or a criminal case? Are you the alleged victim or the alleged perpetrator? You should discuss your case... Read More

I charged someone for a nude picture.

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
If there was a written agreement between you and the person that they not forward the image or you copyrighted the image, then you could sue for damages. this is a situation where the strategic use of the words all rights reserved apply. even without a writing, an action for unjust enrichment could also succeed although the costs of the case might far exceed the damages. good luck to you... Read More
If there was a written agreement between you and the person that they not forward the image or you copyrighted the image, then you could sue for... Read More

As a grandchild living in the home of a deceased relative do I have any rights or say in the estate?

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not unless the will provides or you have some claim as an heir intestate. Your "understanding" is of no value especially if there was a will. You are legally nothing more than the guest of the decendant and now that they have passed, you residency will be subject to the decisions of the new owners. ... Read More
Not unless the will provides or you have some claim as an heir intestate. Your "understanding" is of no value especially if there was a will. You are... Read More

The company I work for received $3 million dollars twice for covid relief and didn’t give the employees any of the money can the employees sue

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
Why were they given the money? What was the money used for?  The employees likely have no standing to sue but if there was a violation, someone could be a whistleblower. 
Why were they given the money? What was the money used for?  The employees likely have no standing to sue but if there was a violation, someone... Read More

I need help with writing a will

Answered 3 years and a month ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
My firm handles drafting and execution of wills regularly.  Please feel free to ask us any specifics you like.  We would be happy to assist 203.870.6700.
My firm handles drafting and execution of wills regularly.  Please feel free to ask us any specifics you like.  We would be happy to assist... Read More

Where do i find Mediation papers

Answered 3 years and 2 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
a non-lawyer trying to do a mediation for a severe injury without legal counsel is almost certain to lose I cannot urge you enough to not do this yourself and get legal help.
a non-lawyer trying to do a mediation for a severe injury without legal counsel is almost certain to lose I cannot urge you enough to not do this... Read More

Can a lawyer force their client to communicate in a zoom or phone call even though they have stated they are not comfortable doing so.

Answered 3 years and 2 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
You probably need to get your own lawyer on this. You certainly can demand as a condition of attending the meeting that it be recorded on Zoom and that you get a copy of the meeting. It is no different than any other writing and is absolutely evidence. Get it in writing that they will give you the video.... Read More
You probably need to get your own lawyer on this. You certainly can demand as a condition of attending the meeting that it be recorded on Zoom and... Read More

New buyer of condo Aug 2022 WPB

Answered 3 years and 2 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
You should explore the full case facts in a private phone call with counsel here in Florida. If the case has merit, some of us would take this case on contingency fee, which means you don't pay anything unless you win.
You should explore the full case facts in a private phone call with counsel here in Florida. If the case has merit, some of us would take this case... Read More

Can a school after three years refuse my GED and kick me out?

Answered 3 years and 2 months ago by attorney Hon. Max L Rosenberg   |   1 Answer
I would be interested in knowing more details.  There is not enough information here to provide much of a legal opinion. Please feel free to contact me.  A couple questions:  By "school", do you mean college? By "it" do you mean your GED certification. By "kicked out", do you mean an official expulsion or something else?... Read More
I would be interested in knowing more details.  There is not enough information here to provide much of a legal opinion. Please feel free to... Read More

immigration

Answered 3 years and 3 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
There are multiple pathways that you can explore to sponsor a citizen from Thailand, either through close family relations , through marriage or through a fiancée visa. You should contact an attorney to discuss all options.      
There are multiple pathways that you can explore to sponsor a citizen from Thailand, either through close family relations , through marriage or... Read More

I'm looking to learn about the general basics of being a lawyer.

Answered 3 years and 3 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
Speak with a career counselor at your high school or college. 
Speak with a career counselor at your high school or college. 

I have totally missed that my Green Card needed to be renewed once again a few months ago. Do I need to get an attorney or can I do it on line now?

Answered 3 years and 3 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
You should discuss your case with counsel here in the state of Florida. Many relevant facts are not contained in your fact pattern which would need to be explored.           
You should discuss your case with counsel here in the state of Florida. Many relevant facts are not contained in your fact pattern which would need... Read More

Can I do anything a year after an accident in the state of Florida.

Answered 3 years and 4 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
If you were not injured, it will be very difficult if not impossible to get an attorney to take your case on contingency fee.
If you were not injured, it will be very difficult if not impossible to get an attorney to take your case on contingency fee.

I have been physically attacked by a restaurant manager and have hospital bills but having trouble finding a lawyer. Can you help me?

Answered 3 years and 4 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
If this happened on the job, then you can apply for Worker's Comp, and then sue the restaurant manager individually. You may have trouble collecting if he isn't wealthy. But if you were a patron and the restaurant manager attacked you, you may be able to sue the restaurant if the manager was acting out of a financial interest of his employer, or was hired by the restaurant despite having a past history of violence. Those are the general rules, but there are some exceptions. You should contact counsel for a full and complete analysis of the facts.... Read More
If this happened on the job, then you can apply for Worker's Comp, and then sue the restaurant manager individually. You may have trouble collecting... Read More

Our HOA want homeowners to fund (submit money to our HOA as part of our dues) to fund a legal battle with we HOA member DO NOT Agree with. is legal??

Answered 3 years and 4 months ago by attorney Karen A. Leiser   |   1 Answer
Obviously you would want to vote these people off the HOA board at the next election, but until then they generally make these decisions for you.  You should read your bylaws to see if expenditures of this magnitude are allowed without a general vote and/or if there is any mechanism for removing board members and electing new ones in the middle of their term without waiting for the next election. ... Read More
Obviously you would want to vote these people off the HOA board at the next election, but until then they generally make these decisions for... Read More

Gang stalked by an ex who claimed to be an agent of law.

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
You need to get a Personal Protection Order, it won't stop all the harrassment but it will stop any physical contact. You can try to get the Order yourself or you will need to consult with a family law lawyer, you should call the State Bar of Michigan's lawyer referal service: 800-965-0738.... Read More
You need to get a Personal Protection Order, it won't stop all the harrassment but it will stop any physical contact. You can try to get the Order... Read More

We are at Sportsmans club that are non-for profit

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Matt Bryant   |   1 Answer
Get a copy of the By Laws and engage personal counsel. 
Get a copy of the By Laws and engage personal counsel. 

will the court let me transfer my court ordered classes to a different city that I live in, if it is in the same state? just an hour and a half away.

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by Ms Tamara Nicole Mulembo (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The answer depends on why the court ordered you into classes. If classes are part of a sentence of probation or diversion, you can request that the court transfer your supervision to the locale where you live (i.e. transfers from Maricopa County to Yavapai County, etc.). The new locale must agree to accept the transfer. If your court ordered classes are not related to a criminal matter, you may have other options. It is difficult to answer your question without knowing more facts.... Read More
The answer depends on why the court ordered you into classes. If classes are part of a sentence of probation or diversion, you can request that the... Read More

What will it cost to hire a lawyer to help me with a K-1 visa?

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
A US citizen can sponsor a foreign national for a fiancé K visa provided that the two have physically met within two years of filing the petition. Counsel in any state can represent you. Some of us charge a flat fee with no hidden costs to handle the case from start to finish. 
A US citizen can sponsor a foreign national for a fiancé K visa provided that the two have physically met within two years of filing the... Read More

After being served a summons does it mean you have 30 days that you will file the original pleading with the court

Answered 3 years and 5 months ago by attorney Courtney Cotter   |   1 Answer
You will have 30 days to file an Answer to the allegations listed in the Complaint. 
You will have 30 days to file an Answer to the allegations listed in the Complaint. 
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