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My minor grandson awarded $1000. He is now 18. His father has lost all paperwork. Law firm won’t return calls. Who does he get his trust fund?

Answered 2 years and 8 months ago by attorney Stephen Arnold Black   |   1 Answer
Any time that a minor receives a settlement from an accident case, said settlement must to be approved by a judge. So you can call the court clerk in the county where the accident happened and they can find the case number by the minors name. The insurance annuity paperwork should be attached to the court order which would identify the insurance company policy number and contact information. ... Read More
Any time that a minor receives a settlement from an accident case, said settlement must to be approved by a judge. So you can call the court clerk in... Read More

Can my boyfriend and I still get married if there is no "no-contact" order between us and he's in jail?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
No, no contact means no contact. You would need to have the NCO dropped to get married.
No, no contact means no contact. You would need to have the NCO dropped to get married.

How do I go about getting someone's belongings out of my house?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Given him written 90 day notice to get his stuff or icy will be sold or disposed of. You can place the stuff in storage and Bill him, but you will not get repaid.
Given him written 90 day notice to get his stuff or icy will be sold or disposed of. You can place the stuff in storage and Bill him, but you will... Read More

Can police arrest me if I am posting as escort but working in my place?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Kristin Miriam Hanna (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Stop, and let nobody especially if you have a bad feeling about it. Remember, the best court date is the one you never have.
Stop, and let nobody especially if you have a bad feeling about it. Remember, the best court date is the one you never have.

Vehicle Purchase dispute with Ford Dealer in Maysville Washington

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Charles James Brocato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is not a litigation question. I would suggest asking the question under a different topic such as consumer law and/or contracts.
This is not a litigation question. I would suggest asking the question under a different topic such as consumer law and/or contracts.

Can I be sued for libel/defamation from Canada? How?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers
First find a Canadian lawyer. It is possible that a Canadian judgement could be registered in an American court and be enforced as if it were a U.S. Judgment.
First find a Canadian lawyer. It is possible that a Canadian judgement could be registered in an American court and be enforced as if it were a U.S.... Read More

Am I still obligated to my contract and why?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers
Since Verizon bought the contract, you are responsible to pay them.
Since Verizon bought the contract, you are responsible to pay them.

my dad passed his drivers license test but the lisence was never sent to out address because there is someone who looks alot like him.

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Charles James Brocato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I'm sorry this is not my area of expertise. You might ask the question under a different topic. I would suggest asking the question to the Dept of Licensing.
I'm sorry this is not my area of expertise. You might ask the question under a different topic. I would suggest asking the question to the Dept of... Read More

Military DD 214 Codes

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Charles James Brocato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are going to have to ask this question under a different topic. It is not a "Litigation" question.
You are going to have to ask this question under a different topic. It is not a "Litigation" question.

I am suing someone in small claims

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Charles James Brocato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
What you heard is true. If you sue someone in any court and lose, your only remedy is an appeal. You cannot sue someone again for the same matter even if you have new evidence. This response is general in nature and is not legal advice. No attorney client relationship is formed by it. Further, the response does not represent the opinions or views of LexisNexis or its affiliated companies.  ... Read More
What you heard is true. If you sue someone in any court and lose, your only remedy is an appeal. You cannot sue someone again for the same matter... Read More

Can my neighbor make us pay for half the fence he built without our permission?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Linda Kaye Frieder (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers
He can try, but it probably won't work. You could asks the court to have it torn down.
He can try, but it probably won't work. You could asks the court to have it torn down.

Should report/worksheets be saved in a healthcare setting

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by Charles James Brocato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is not a litigation question. Please ask the question under a different topic.
This is not a litigation question. Please ask the question under a different topic.

Can I sue a company that caused me pain and suffering for staying 24 hours in jail for somebody’s mistake?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Your public defender does not handle civil matters. While you may be able to sue, your case is not worth much; hence, you will need to go the small claims route.
Your public defender does not handle civil matters. While you may be able to sue, your case is not worth much; hence, you will need to go the small... Read More

What can I do if I took my car in to be repaired and after 18 months it still hasn't been looked at?

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Why have you not just take your car back and find someone else? If they did some type of repair and you cannot pay, they have a right to retain your car. In fact, they could have sold it by now to pay your bill and storage.
Why have you not just take your car back and find someone else? If they did some type of repair and you cannot pay, they have a right to retain your... Read More

Can my boyfriend sue me for the money he put into remodeling the inside of my garage?

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers
Unless there was an agreement to pay him the answer is no. He can sue you but will not win.
Unless there was an agreement to pay him the answer is no. He can sue you but will not win.

regardid medical records

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Charles James Brocato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
At this point the answer is no. You would need to prove your records were actually wrongfully disseminated before you could make a claim.
At this point the answer is no. You would need to prove your records were actually wrongfully disseminated before you could make a claim.

How do I write a letter of request to reschedule a court date?

Answered 11 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You need to notify the court clerk ASAP. By not attending, your matter was either dismissed or a judgment for the other party was granted.
You need to notify the court clerk ASAP. By not attending, your matter was either dismissed or a judgment for the other party was granted.

Are we still liable even if we have some verbiage in our re-sellers agreement, as a company for actions from a contractor on a 1099?

Answered 11 years and 9 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
It depends. I draft Independent Contract Agreements which clearly defines their role versus the role of your company. However, with this in mind, you can always expect to be sued because it provides another party to pay a judgment.
It depends. I draft Independent Contract Agreements which clearly defines their role versus the role of your company. However, with this in mind,... Read More

What can be done if my son who is now 21 has a long term effects from being bullied and the school did nothing?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers
If it is within the Statute of Limitations, you have him sue the bullies. You probably could not sue the school or the administration, especially since you have waited too long.
If it is within the Statute of Limitations, you have him sue the bullies. You probably could not sue the school or the administration, especially... Read More

What can I do if a coworker is spreading around false accusation about what I said?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers
Confront him in public and demand that he apologize and retract the false expression. If he won't, then demand that he identify any people who he claims overheard the comment, and go to speak with them. If you can establish proof that he is full of nonsense, then you can sue him for defamation of character.... Read More
Confront him in public and demand that he apologize and retract the false expression. If he won't, then demand that he identify any people who he... Read More

How do I go about keeping my spouse out of the house?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by Michael J. Breczinski (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers
You have to get an order from the divorce court that keeps her out of the house.
You have to get an order from the divorce court that keeps her out of the house.

What can we do if our employer on pays 32 hours on a 48 hour shifts?

Answered 11 years and 10 months ago by William L. Sanders (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers
You should consult with an attorney that handles overtime claims. There are special rules, so common sense is not a standard to apply. You may also contact Wage and Hour Division (WHD) U.S. Department of Labor http://www.wagehour.dol.gov/ They have investigators that handle such questions.
You should consult with an attorney that handles overtime claims. There are special rules, so common sense is not a standard to apply. You may also... Read More
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