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Open Question: My spouse,and i have been married for ten years!?

we are wanting to have a contract between us to divide every our assests,and give one another future rights to wages earnerd and retirement benifits in the event we would divorce.Is their a legal way to receive this taken care of,and if so what would we need to look a attorney about,kinda a prenuptual after marriage,or would a contract of dissolution work signed infront of a notary?Would that hold up in court?

5 Jul 2008, 4:08 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Is there an attorney for pro bono work in Aiken County?

I need a pro bono attorney who is not afraid to handle a Probate Court Case in Aiken County. Are you the one or do you know one who is not afraid to tackle this deed with me

5 Jul 2008, 3:15 am | click here for answers

Open Question: would you have your own brother prosecuted if he was in connection with your father's death?

i am trying to prove something that happened but i am getting no support from family. every they cared about was my fathers money. My mom is caught in the middle but says she would not put it past my brother if he was invloved. My brothers dad in law has ties to organized crime and was with my brother when he came to my fathers home to take everything. I was watching him direct my brother the items to take. Also the trust was revised 6 months before my fathers mysterious death. without my fathers attorney of 20 years knowing this. The attorney was to be the executor but the revised trust gives my brother the title of executor and omits me totally.

5 Jul 2008, 2:57 am | click here for answers

Open Question: how do you collect child support from deadbeat dad when out of state?

A pal lives in Essex County NJ with 2 kids. Ex-husband lives in Ohio. Husband owes 50,000.00 Mom is struggling and does not know how to receive deadbeat dad to pay. County court is not helping... husband owns his possess successful business, a home and a few cars. yet sends $100. every three weeks or so. How does she receive the governmnent to step in and help without having to pay for an attorney..... my pal does not have any money.

5 Jul 2008, 1:11 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Do you all have any idea how HoTTT it's been in Phoenix lately?

I saw a Coyote chasin' a Jackrabbit and they just turned it over to their Attorneys!

4 Jul 2008, 9:55 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: HISTORY HOMEWORK!! please help me... thanks u [ITS MULTIPLE CHOICE]?

Rachel Carson's Silent Spring focused national attention on the a. harmful effect of chemical pesticides b. health hazards caused by air pollution c. proper disposal of toxic wastes d. problems of nuclear power plants as a result of the Cuban missile crisis, a. fidel castro was removed from power b. the US set up missile sites in Cuba c. the US increased investments in Cuba d. the soviets removed their missiles in 1992 Carol Moseley-Braun became the first African American lady to a. run for Vice president b. be appointment to the Supreme Court c. be named Attorney General d. win election to the US Senate why did the Watergate break-in occur? a. the Nixon White home wanted to receive Daniel Ellsberg's psychiatric records b. The committee to reelect the president wanted to wiretap the Democratic National Committee c. The committee to reelect the president needed money to carry on its work d. the FBI and CIA wanted information about the Democratic presidental campaign

4 Jul 2008, 9:02 am | click here for answers

Open Question: About to get evicted with 5 month old baby.....?

My and my fiancee are going through a difficult time, our car was repossessed, he lost his job, and i have yet to find work since having a baby girl 5 months ago. we are 2 months behind on our rent and just received the eviction papers a week ago. i mailed off a letter to the plaintiff attorney stating the reasons why i think we shouldn't be forced to move but i have a feeling it doesn't really matter and that i will be receiving a 24 hr notice any day now. is there any way to slow down the eviction process and buy some time. and any advice to me about where we are supposed to go...we live in broward county florida and i contacted EVERY rental assistance agencies churches and every and no one has funds. even the homeless shelters have waiting lists. what am i supposed to do?? please someone offer me some nice of advice. and no mean answers please. do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

4 Jul 2008, 8:45 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Has anyone adopted their stepchild in Idaho?

My stepson is 4. His mom left over 2 years ago and has never contacted us. her family lives right here in the same town and also has never been in contact. He has no remembrance of her and believes that I am his mom. Is there a place that we can look to find common Q & A on this subject before we contact an attorney?

4 Jul 2008, 8:29 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Employer Went Bankrupt, What Can I Do?

Hi, I used to work for a company that went out of business and they didnt pay me for the final month that I worked. The owner has filed for bankruptcy and we agreed on May 30th,2008 that he was gonna sell the left over inventory to pay me off. Well its been over a month and I havent seen a dime, he has sold some inventory but everytime I call he tells me he needed the money for HIS bills. He owes me $3000 and I really need my money it has already begun to affect my credit and I didnt claim unemployment because I have a minimum wage part time job. So my question is what can I do to receive my money since he informed me that his attorney told him that legally he didnt have to pay anyone, he told me he was gonna compensate me out of the goodness of his heart. Thank you, any information is greatly appreciated.

4 Jul 2008, 8:15 am | click here for answers

Open Question: What is the process on changing a minor's name? Where do you find the form ?

I know both parents have to consent to this....Can I do this without hiring an attorney?

4 Jul 2008, 7:57 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Did Jesus have special bond with magdalene and judas? Why they put Jesus on bisexual people list?

I was collecting some data and here's what i found : Bisexual Personage List : 1.Plato (Greek philosopher) 2.Alexander the Great(General and King from Macedonia) 3.Jesus Christ (Founder of Christianity) 4.Leonardo Da Vinci (Italian painter) 5.Abraham Lincoln (US President ) 6.Winston Churchil (British Prime Minister) 7.Oscar Wilde (Irish poet) 8.Marlon Brando ( American screen actor) 9.Madonna ( American Pop Singer/Actress/Performer) 10.John.F.Kennedy.jr (District Attorney/Son of John F.Kennedy-US President) 11.River Phoenix(American Actor) 12.Angelina Jolie(American actress/social activist) 13.Edith Piaf (French singer) 14.Joan Baez(American Folk-Country singer) 15.Marie Antoinette (French Socialite) 16.Hugh Hefner (Entrepreneur/Founder of "Playboy" magazine) 17.Dennis Rodman (Former NBA Basket Star) That wasn't a scam.i believe this data is 90% accurate.In "Da Vinci Code",Leonardo has implied about Jesus's sexuality through his work.And i heard about Jesus-Judas special relationship

4 Jul 2008, 7:37 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Is there a special audition to become a Jungle Cruise Skipper?

I am moving to Southen California, and I am a huge Disney freak. My DREAM job, aside from attorney, is to become a Jungle Cruise Skipper. What is the best process to do this? Is there a special audition? Should I memorize the spiel they give? I would adore to hear from an actual Skipper, if possible.

4 Jul 2008, 7:32 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Some people are under the mistaken assumption that the CONSTITUTION and our RIGHTS have not been compromised?

I happen to be studying CIVIL LAW right now, and I know of SEVERAL cases in which the Supreme Court based a decision on personal agenda rather that the "strict" interpretation of the Constitution, which is their job to do. I will NOT give every my examples as I would like to hear from each of you WHAT you know to have been changed or comprimised from our original set of laws governing the Constitution and Civil Rights/Bill of Rights? My example is the case of Miranda, Miranda vs. Arizona, in which the suit was filed that made it LAW that every police officers taking someone into custody have to "read them their rights" basically this is the right to remain silent, anything you say can and WILL be used against you in a court of LAW, you have the RIGHT to an attorney, if you can not afford and attorney one will be appointed to you. IN 2000 the SUPREME COURT overturned this law after 34 years! NOW cops do NOT have to warn you of your rights! THIS was stripped from the people. I am looking forward to each of your examples of compromised rights> YOUR welcome to GOOGLE it, if you are super young don't bother answering but YES we LOST this right, NOW the younger generation is getting incarcerated and NOT knowing of their rights! Look up Miranda vs Arizona then google 2000 Supreme Court Decision overturning Miranda vs. Arizona! My Dad a retired Army, died not believing this had happened he is NOW been deceased 4 years and WE have even lost MORE rights since then! although the conservatives on the court are trying to still interpret this law as being valid, COPS making an ARREST DO NOT HAVE TO ADVISE you of your rights, and for 34 years they DID! IT is one tweaking of the Constitution that was WRONG! No longer does this failure of making someone aware of their rights become valid in arguing a case! WHOA William you are SMART! YOU are ALSO RIGHT! JAVA you are also CORRECT it was done to an elderly man in my town that some big developer wanted his land for public improvements, he refused to sell it and its in court still, I wish I could remember that law, its absurd! We should know our rights, but what about those not native to the country? Or can't talk? Everyone is SMART here, and the wire tapping is TRUE also! GREAT responses!

4 Jul 2008, 7:26 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: OK LAWYERS, tax attorneys, in the tax books you get every yr., it speaks to the system being a voluntary one,?

Has the question of the system being voluntary been settled by the courts? if so pls cite case law

4 Jul 2008, 6:54 am | click here for answers

Open Question: can i back out of a contract for a coop apartment after discovering changes to it after it has been signed?

I just signed a contract for a 2 bedroom coop in queens and my attorney did not divulge to me the full financial details of the coop prior to signing it. I found out, when submitting my documents to the coop board, that the copy of the contract submitted to the coop board was not the original one that I had signed previously. I was not given a copy of what I signed with the lawyer and there were numerous changes to the contract that were not there during the signing and I discovered that there was an assessment fee for a newly installed elevator which was not divulged to me by the realtor nor by the attorney. I want to back out of the contract and receive my 10% down payment back.

4 Jul 2008, 5:34 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Advice on adoption?

I am a single, 40-something women very interested in adoption. I've looked into international adoption and the process seems overwhelming. I'm considering a domestic adoption but don't want to use an agency. I have no idea where to start. Do I need to find an adoption attorney? How do you find birthmothers who are interested in adoption?

4 Jul 2008, 4:48 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: What are the options of re-opening a child custody case if....?

the plantiff (which is me) represented themself and the defendant had attorneys to the point the defendants attorney's persuaded the judge into believing jurisdiction was in the defendants state instead of the state I opened the case in? Once the case got sent to the other state, I was rail road by that judicial system to the point I my kids got removed, sent to her, now I'm waiting to hear my visitation rights and child support when I was the one who raised the kids since they were born. We were never married.

4 Jul 2008, 4:14 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Can my husband really get alimony?

He tried to kill me (strangulation/I have pics of subsequent bruises and swelling), then broke my phone so I could not call for help (felony). I was awarded a ten-year permanent injunction against him and have a divorce attorney. The injunction judge granted me sole custody and he can only look our 8-year-old son below supervision of a CJC. During our marriage (Florida) of nine years, I worked two jobs most of the time because he refused to find work and was high a lot of the time so he could not receive past drug screens. Now I learn he's going to try to receive alimony from me. My attorney said it won't happen because of the abuse, but I'm still worried and would like to know if anyone else here has experienced the same thing and your results.

4 Jul 2008, 3:56 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: I was involved in an accident that wasn't my fault, any suggestions what to do now? Attorney?

I was involved in a vehicle accident just over a month ago that was 100% NOT my fault. A police report and witness statements back me up. As a resault my classic car (1964 mustang) was totaled. I suffered from severe bruising (I was the air bag..lol) and still have pain in other parts of my body. I am not the sue glad type of person, but should I hire an attorney to cover every ends? What do you suggest? Any Personal experiances?

4 Jul 2008, 3:32 am | click here for answers

Open Question: What is the best experience and academic background for a position as a director of human resources?

I am an attorney working in labor and employment (defense litigation for corporations) and am considering an MBA to focus on human resources management.

4 Jul 2008, 2:56 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: What is the LAW regarding obtaining your "files" from an office agency or company?

They will usually agree to give them to you, but does anyone know the actual law on this, like if they won't release the information? Say for example you would like to have your file from the following types of offices, agencies, businesses, or companies; For example if you lost your automobile sales contact, etc...you lost every of these when you moved? How complaint are these places likely to be below the law and just below their possess policies ? -community college -student loan office (that is federally funded) -automobile sales office - attorney's office - trade school - bank Basically what is the procedure to receive your records, or files from these places ? Will they usually give them to you?

4 Jul 2008, 2:29 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: divorce, residency, inconvenient forum?

I'd like to file for divorce. I live in arizona, Want to file in Florida. I have circumstances that guide me to believe I may be able to file a motion for inconvenient forum and have it granted so that I may file in Florida without meeting the residency restrictions. I am not working with an attorney and have not been able to find this information myself. I have read the revised statutes for both states concerned. Therefore I do not need them copied and pasted. My questions are: If I live in AZ and would like to file for divorce in Fl, which state to I attempt to file the motion in? If I need to file the motion in Fl can I do that from a distance? Also how exactly do I request inconvenient forum, Is this something I can do myself? My whole intention is to avoid the move to Fl and to file the inconvenient forum and then divorce to have to turn around and move right back. I can only go once. Thanks if you can help. I am not trying to 'dodge the law', I am trying to do what I need for safety concerning my kids and myself. In domestic violence issues it is not uncommon for a court to deny juristiction in the best intrests of a family so that another court system can claim juristiction. My questions had nothing to do with someones opinion as to what the law is. Everything I am trying to do is in reguards to the law. "You are falsely trying to calim a residence, lauch a law suit, and avoid the facts. No court in AZ or FL is going to entertain this as it is illegal and profoundly unethical and immoral." To this I have to say it is not iilegal. Here are the statutes proving otherwise: ARS 25-1037 (arizona). FRS 61-520 (florida) I am NOT trying to CLAIM residency. Yes, I will be living there but No, I will not yet meet the residency requirements. Which is why I would ask for the courts to grant me inconvenient forum after I file a motion for emergency juristiction. Why is it that you decided to try and answer this question? Did you really think you knew what you were talking about?

4 Jul 2008, 2:28 am | click here for answers

Open Question: In Texas, is there a statute of limitations for the Attorney General to file suit to collect unpaid sales tax?

The State Comptroller didn't receive the LLC's final 2 sales tax reports, so they made up a "determination penalty" and sent it up to the AG's office for collection or lawsuit. It was never filed and the sales taxes never paid. This was back in 2001. What's the statute of limitations?

4 Jul 2008, 1:38 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: can I withhold rent if apt has bed bugs and they can't get rid of them?

My apt withheld info that the whole building is infested with bugs and I am every bit up. I need an attorney in los angeles so I can receive money to move

4 Jul 2008, 1:31 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Do you think this is as funny as I do?

Oklahoma City - Dennis Newton was on trial for the armed robbery of a convenience store in a district court this week when he fired his lawyer. Assistant district attorney Larry Jones said Newton, 47, was doing a fair job of defending himself until the store manager testified that Newton was the thief. Newton jumped up, accused the lady of lying and then said, "I should have blown your [expletive] head off." The defendant paused, then quickly added, "-- if I'd been the one that was there." The jury took 20 minutes to convict Newton and recommend a 30-year sentence.

4 Jul 2008, 1:14 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Can a mortgage company or it's bank back out of a contract 6 days after it has closed?

My husband and I closed on a home on June 25, 2008. On July 1, 2008, the bank that funded the loan called and requested every of the money back because they said that my husband had signed in my place and he wasn't supposed to. I had given him full Power of Attorney, which he had gift at closing and was accepted by the title company. After the title company had already sent back the funds, they finally called me and let me know that the loan was pulled back. I then explained to them that my husband had the power of attorney and they claimed that they didn't know. Well, they said that it was their mistake but we would have to re-close and sign more paperwork. In the mean time, my contract has run out with the seller and he has received a bigger offer from someone else. Is that legal for them to even back out 6 days after closing paperwork was signed even when there was nothing truely wrong with the paperwork and then say oops, we are sorry? Since my credit has been checked 6 times by this mortgage company, my credit score has gone down by 40 pts and it is now going to be twice as difficult to find a lender to approve my loan. We had already moved out of our old home and into our new home when I received this phone call. We had a u-haul still full of our belongings. I have a 3 month old baby and they put us every out on the streets!!! It is 4th of July weekend and there is no hotels or cabins availiable. Can I sue them for personal injury if nothing else?

4 Jul 2008, 12:49 am | click here for answers

Resolved Question: i'm 18. is it okay to have sex with a 34 year old man?

i'm 18. 5'2 DD cup. works out a lil. my best pal has a 34 year old cousin (single) who is an attorney in manhattan who i know since i was 6. anyway i always wear super-short miniskirts, revealing low tube-tops, and high heels when i look him and he was always respectfu even though he always know i have a crush on him. this summer he's inviting me to work as an intern in his firm and to live in his apartments while i'm there. and if i do well, i'll receive hired. i know at 18, everything's fair game. is it every right?

4 Jul 2008, 12:35 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Are you ready for a bunch of good jokes?

HAVE A GREAT DAY SOMETHING TO OFFEND EVERYONE! What do you call two Mexicans playing basketball? Juan on Juan What is a Yankee? The same as a quickie, but a guy can do it alone. What is the difference between a Harley and a Hoover? The position of the dirt bag Why is divorce so expensive? Because it's worth it. What do you look when the Pillsbury Dough Boy bends over? Doughnuts Why is air a lot like sex? Because it's no big deal unless you're not getting any. What do you call a smart blonde? A golden retriever. What do attorneys use for birth control? Their personalities. What's the difference between a girlfriend and wife? 45 lbs What's the difference between a boyfriend and husband? 45 minutes Why is it so difficult for women to find men that are sensitive, caring, and good-looking? Because those men already have boyfriends. Why don't bunnies make noise when they have sex? Because they have cotton balls. What's the difference between a porcupine and BMW? A porcupine has the pricks on the outside. What did the blonde say when she found out she was pregnant? "Are you sure it's mine?" Why does Mike Tyson sob during sex? Mace will do that to you. Why did OJ Simpson want to move to West Virginia ? Everyone has the same DNA. Why do men find it difficult to make eye contact? Breasts don't have eyes. Did you hear about the dyslexic Rabbi? He walks around saying "Yo." Why do drivers' education classes in Redneck schools use the car only on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays? Because on Tuesday and Thursday, the Sex Ed class uses it. Where does an Irish family go on vacation? A different bar. Did you hear about the Chinese couple that had a retarded baby? They named him "Sum Ting Wong". What would you call it when an Italian has one arm shorter than the other? A speech impediment. What does it mean when the flag at the Post Office is flying at half-mast? They're hiring. What's the difference between a southern zoo and a northern zoo? A southern zoo has a description of the animal on the front of the cage along with... "a recipe". How do you receive a sweet little 80-year-old lady to say the F word? receive another sweet little 80-year-old lady to yell *BINGO*! What's the difference between a northern fairytale and a southern fairytale? A northern fairytale begins "Once upon a time..." -A southern fairytale begins "Y'every ain'tgonnabelievethisshit.... Why is there no Disneyland in China? No one's tall enough to go on the good rides

4 Jul 2008, 12:21 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Can I get Power of attorney of my mom from another state?

My mom is in a nursing home. She cant write but she can nod yes or no. I'm in GA she is in NY. Is it possible for my lawyer to complete the power of attorney without me having to go to new york. I need this so I can receive her close to me in GA. She is married but she does not want to be there she wants to live with me.

4 Jul 2008, 11:47 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: My mom is in a nursing home in NY she can't write cause she had a stroke. She wants to move with me in GA.

How can I receive power of attorney for her from here. Is it possible to receive the forms filled out and send them to my lawyer in NY. Can my attorney go to the Nursing Home with a Noterey and make the power of attorney legal.

4 Jul 2008, 11:45 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Get answers from millions of real people.?

Recently my home was foreclosed on in February, I also had a second mortgage with the same company, apparently one didn't talk to the other. My husband passed away this year in May. Now the second mortgage company which is the same as the 1st mortgage is trying to collect. Since there is no more collaterol for the second mortgage, do I have to pay that loan as well. I was the primary on the loan. The loans were with Homecomings Financial. We had made the payments, but they said we didn't make the payments, although we had proof that they were made. Should I talk to an attorney, I really don't have the money to do that either. If anyone knows that law on this matter, I would be very glad to receive some further information. Thank you for your assistance.

4 Jul 2008, 11:35 am | click here for answers

Open Question: subjects and verbs?

1- the city's only art theater closes next week.2- you may not arrive with us to the beach.3-because of the winter storm, many activites are canceled.4- robin williams is a brillant comedian and actor.5- i looked everywhere for my car keys.6-our star quarterback and linebacker have broken their ankles.7-every cars should include air bags on both the driver and the passenger.8- too much sun can cause and increase skin cancer.9- angela has been volunteering at the hospital for years.10 every new employees must take a drug test.11- i will never understand you.12-many kids in kindergarten are reading.13 the firefighters are hosting a pancake and sausage breakfast.14-once again, Aaron has left the supper dishes on the counter.15- in the back of the refrigerator, odd things are growing.16- the newspaper advertisement misrepresented the product and created confusion.17-the judges heard the attorney's closing arguments and made his decision.18-before our guest arrive,we mustshopandcookthemea

4 Jul 2008, 11:30 am | click here for answers

Open Question: I got an employment letter from coppen oil and Gas Company, Is it Geniune?

The Company Appointed a Attorney to hire named as Flame Chamber

4 Jul 2008, 10:01 am | click here for answers

Open Question: Do you know of any good criminal defense attorneys in Michigan?

I need an attorney to expunge my record. Anyone on here a criminal defense attorney in Michigan?

3 Jul 2008, 9:44 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: If I enjoyed Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney, what other DS games might I like?

I did every three of them and they were great. Any recommendations for similar games, or other fun games for Nintendo DS?

3 Jul 2008, 9:42 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Interested in studying law?

I have looked through law schools... but it appears that most go to law schools to be attorneys... I know I'll decide in the future what I do want to do with my life.. but so far I just want some options.. I do not want to be an attorney, but I definetely want to study law... anything else that can be done as a career from studying law? Any other information about studying law would be appreciated too! THANKS! :)

3 Jul 2008, 9:39 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: uk law? power of attorney?

if you make a power of attorney document can you instruct your power of attorney to bring you to dignitas in switzerland if u ever become a vegetable? or couldnt they do that? tho i guess if you were a vegetable travelling could be difficult,,,, anyway, is it technically possible? thanks

3 Jul 2008, 9:18 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Is a recorded phone message enough evidence to file a terroristic threat?

A very mad ex-employee left a message on my cell phone threatening to kill me. The sheriffs department recorded the message. I am wondering if the message will be enough evidence for the prosecuting attorney to file a terroristic threat charge on her? I live in Nebraska.

3 Jul 2008, 8:49 pm | click here for answers

Resolved Question: Question about Power of Attorney?

Okay, I have a question about Power of Attorney. I have a power of attorney on my disabled son from that state of Alabama. I went to Wal-Mart to cash his check with the power of attorney and both of our identification cards. The girl looked at the power of attorney form like she had no idea what to do, so she called management. Management told me that would not be able to cash the check with my power of attorney. I even told them what it was and it was a legal form, Can they do that?

3 Jul 2008, 8:36 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: divorce law in louisiana?

My wife is the $ winner and I am the home husband. we possess 2 daycares and a 330,000 home we bought 11 years after we were married. She has a lawyer and I don't. Can she keep everything or am I entitled to something. She currently keeps every the money from the daycares and locked me out of the home. She contracted herpes during our marriage and I've arrive home to condoms in the toilet. Yet I'm out of the home hungry sleeping here and there. What are my rights in Louisiana and how do I receive spousal support. She has a lawyer and I don't. Legal aid won't help me because of our assests but I'm getting no money from our assests to pay for an attorney. What can I do? by the way applehead, how many housewifes receive thrown out with nothing? none. they receive the home and money. I'm in a wheelchair you heartless bytch

3 Jul 2008, 8:28 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Avoid points being assessed to my drivers license??!?!?

Hi there ya'll, I live in Tempe ,Arizona. I ran a red light and got into an accident.( got confused with the signal...not because i didnt look it) I have a Virginia drivers license. The cop told me points would be assessed to my drivers license. Can AZ MVD really take points off my VA drivers license? Do you think a Lawyer/Attorney can help? Please let me know and please help !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!... I ve never been in a situation like this. Plzz plzz help....im scared !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!...

3 Jul 2008, 7:50 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: I recently filed in FL chpt 7 bankruptcy due to my home & the trustee stated a request to dismiss for abuse?

After speaking w SEVERAL lawyers, my CPA & real estate agents it was determined that my adjustable rate mortgage & $15K in credit debt soon to be followed with $40K repayment in student loans....bankruptcy is my best bet especially with the possibility of a deficiency judgment. My lawyer advised chpt 7. My student loans are not involved but my home which is $70K neg in equity & debt is. Went to court and the trustee felt my debt was not bad &since I make $42K a yr I should file chpt 13. She, I dont believe, knows that my student loan debt is due in 5 weeks as my attorney didnt include that on the worksheet nor did my attorney say anything when this trustee was tearing me apart. Question is if the courts dismiss my case what happens next? Bankruptcy is already on my credit report...does that arrive off? Will creditors that I am now MONTHS behind on settle at a lower amount and set up a payment plan or just harass me? I feel I am in a worse spot then I was before I started this process

3 Jul 2008, 7:14 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Do i have to send my exhusband papers on adoption from step-father?

My ex husband- the biological dad of my son, recently relinquished every rights...this is so that he did not have to pay the $40,000 in child support. Since this time my husband, who has raised my son since he was 4 years old stepped up and adopted him. I am now getting paperwork requesting that I send coopies of documentation to my ex-husbands attorney. Do I need to do this?

3 Jul 2008, 7:14 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: An at will employee (paralegal) blows the whistle?

If a paralegal who is an at will employee blows the whistle on an unethical act an attorney committed is it legal for the attorney to flame the paralegal or would they be protected by the whistle blowers act?

3 Jul 2008, 7:08 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Will any attorney or lawyer be able to help this situation?

My car broke while driving, for this reason I went through a red light, I was in the hospital for about 6 months there after so I missed my court appearance, my bail,ticket +missed appearances amounted up to $1,000. So when I did appear, I brought the medical records + the work order on the car to show that it was COMPLETELY broken and at the time the breaks totally went out while I was driving. The judge kept every of my money and then gave me no point on my driving record and excused and dismissed the ticket. He still wanted the money so I went to pay it, then the court payment place said there computers were down that day to arrive back again to pay. I came back on the following Monday to pay, I got a ticket on the way over to the court home (which was also dismissed because the officer was found to be dishonest and I made no violation whatsoever) So I arrived and paid and there was a note on my file saying I refused to pay last time I was there. Then I had to deal with the second ticket I had to go through tons of driving, several court apearances waking up early in the morning to steer for hours there and hours back,becaue I do not live anywhere close either of these court houses PLUS I had ot take out loans to pay both tickets, I paid alot of gas money, also rented a cab for a lot of money for the many many times I had to appea and re-appear to these court houses, TONS of hours on the phone so extra phone cards were purchased, missed doctor's appointments, jeapardized my health conditon, and to this day I applied for car insurance and they said I was not eligible because I had a problem being reported to the DMV with my driving record so I called the court home and they said it was an mistake and that they would remove it out of their computer once and for every. This mistake should have been removed the day the second ticket was dismissed. So both tickets were dismissed due to the courts mistake and I was found to be innocent both times, but on the first time the judge kept my money and now they say it's too tardy to receive it back since this was a few months after thier appeal. I also spent about 5 weeks calling various departments and offices to figure out what the problem was on my dirving record and after several weeks and exhaustion and time I finally did. No one at the DMV could figure it out even. this is a TON of emotional distress. If I decided to file a suit who would I file it against?

3 Jul 2008, 11:49 pm | click here for answers

Open Question: Could an attorney be sanctioned by a judge for appearing in court with a visible erection?

Not an EXPOSED erection, but one which was clearly visible in an outline through the attorney's pants. Assume it was beyond the attorney's control. The attorney had to stand up in court at the behest of the judge, but then everyone in the court saw his erection, and laughed. Could the judge sanction the attorney for something like this, even though it is involuntary on the attorney's part?

3 Jul 2008, 11:16 pm | click here for answers



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