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Adoptions

What are the laws in new york regarding my fiance adopting my son?     (31-JAN-12)
We have recently adopted three half siblings from the foster system in AZ, ages 4, 6, and almost eight. We quickly bonded with the younger two when      (30-JAN-12)
need help to change foster child's name after he turned 18      (17-JAN-12)
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Animal Law

My neighbors dog broke the new fence and got into our yard (not 1st time). Our dogs were in the yard and got to the dog. How liable are we?     (02-FEB-12)
How do I remove my renters horses from the rental property?     (02-FEB-12)
My dog was stolen i flied a police report, the SAO told me are not enough evidences, dog's papers are under my name, what I could do to get the dog      (01-FEB-12)
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Automobile Accidents

Can my driving privileges be revoked due to money owed ins. co. for minor car accident that happened when my insurance had lapsed?     (10-FEB-12)
Look for legal counsel to review my case and advise ,can you assist?      (10-FEB-12)
We're being sued for an accident that wasn't our fault. What can I do?     (10-FEB-12)
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Bankruptcy

We filed bankruptcy in June of 2010 and did not reafirm our first or second mortgage. We retained them and have continued to pay both loans.     (10-FEB-12)
Can I just file bankruptcy against my credit cards and nothing else?     (10-FEB-12)
i had to forclose on a house i could no longer afford. this home was solely owned by myself. me and my girlfriend purchased a cheap fixer upper.      (09-FEB-12)
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Breach of Contract

If someone who owes you money makes a written promise to pay by email is that sufficient enough to Sue of they don't pay. If so can I Sue in my state?     (11-FEB-12)
How do I collect on a promissory note for $70.000. ? The promissory note was given to me back in 10-3-2011. Promissory note states that it would be pa     (11-FEB-12)
what is the statute of limitations in the state of Tennessee for an oral contract? There is nothing in writing.     (08-FEB-12)
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Business Law

A company violated H.R. 1258 "Truth in Caller I.D. act of 2009" by "spoofing" their call with a number that I supplied as a reference when signing a c     (11-FEB-12)
Accusing of doing something illegal?     (11-FEB-12)
If I purchased an online text book, could I allow others to read it?     (11-FEB-12)
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Business Litigation

I am the manager of a pest control office that is being fined $72,000 by the dept. of agriculture. Could my boss make me pay for the fine?     (09-FEB-12)
I received a subpoena via fax for documents to be sent to a lawyer in Texas. The subpoena is from Texas and we are located in Massachusetts.      (09-FEB-12)
Can a person act to prevent loss to another without their permission to preserve their right of redress due to time limits stated in a contract?     (08-FEB-12)
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Child Custody

I live in florida, want to know if I do have a chance to get full custody of my 4 year old daughter.      (09-FEB-12)
I have been married for 5 years, and I became a stay at home mom when my daughter was born she is turning 4 now. I have been looking for work and no l     (07-FEB-12)
i have custody of my child and im wanting to move from fl to ohio can i?     (07-FEB-12)
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Child Support

is it true , when the costody parent leaves the u.s. dose the child support stop     (09-FEB-12)
Can the county force me to pay back child support the state has waved?     (30-JAN-12)
My boyfriend has a 20 year old disabled son who recieved SSI and is still in high school. Is he responsible for child support of his 20 year old?     (30-JAN-12)
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Civil Litigation

i got papers from an lawer representing a credit card company what can they do if i don,t go.i really have no defense, i became disabled     (08-FEB-12)
I am being sued for an amount I dispute. This goes back almost 4 years and I have no access to old emails etc. we have agreed on a mediation date.      (30-JAN-12)
Can you lose your driving and auto registerian if you are sued and lose a civil suit in penna.      (19-JAN-12)
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Civil Rights

Is there such thing as badgering the lawyer? could you explain please     (20-JAN-12)
I have been wrongfully accused by a patient, (I am an addictions counselor) of being a practicing drug addict. The person in question made a false allegation to my employer that I was using heroin at their friends home, which is a complete lie. I am being targeted by someone in the clinic whether it is my patient or not I do not know because the employer will not tell me. I took a drug test which was clean and now I have no recourse but to wait until this person tries to harm me in another way, possibly physically or my family if they were to know where I live. What are my options?      (20-JAN-12)
if someone sells me a car n never gives me my title      (01-JAN-12)
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Collections

under the fair debt collection practices act how long after a medical procedure can they attempt to collect a debt?     (08-FEB-12)
How do I get my money back from somone who owes me 25,000 what type of lawyer do I need ?     (06-FEB-12)
I have medical bills, and the hospital will only accept from me what they want, can they do this?     (06-FEB-12)
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Commercial Litigation

Is it legal for a bank member to sell something without full transparency?     (30-JAN-12)
How can a commercial rental lease be terminated by the person who signed as guarantor and cannot afford to pay the monthly rent anymore?     (12-JAN-12)
Law suit. one of my employees who is my brother was injured working. he was outside my property when it happen. it was not work related am i liable?      (29-NOV-11)
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Construction Law

My contractor is refusing to give me copies of invoices for work done by himself or subcontractors in building our home.     (21-JAN-12)
Had successful work done by a local contractor. Last job, however, was the installation of pavers in the driveway, which resulted in water in basemen     (04-JAN-12)
What are my legal rights, I am a Contractor working in a Private HOA community. The HOA requires in writing that you must have a valid license,     (03-OCT-11)
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Consumer Law

Do I Have To Pay This Medical Bill?     (09-FEB-12)
I want to know if I should seek legal counsel for finding a large blade in roll of toilet paper? I contacted company and they sent me 2 coupons for      (07-FEB-12)
Is a motion to strike used against an affidavit during discovery?      (06-FEB-12)
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Contracts

What is Contract Law in California like? Where can I find more resources about this topic?     (28-JAN-12)
How do I get out of a contract?     (18-JAN-12)
Can a person breach a contract if the person who made it, already breached it by allowing the person back     (18-JAN-12)
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Corporate Law

I want to set up an LLC corporation with multiple Ecommerce websites under one Corporate umbrella. How would I go about that?     (01-FEB-12)
Which forms should I submit to start a nonprofit theater company in NY? I would like donations to the nonprofit to be tax deductible to the donors.     (19-JAN-12)
We own a small family S Corp. In Ca. Our son, who owns 35% of the stock, wants to leave due to various disputes. He says that upon leaving he will      (08-JAN-12)
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Criminal Law

18 year old was charged with criminal tresspass but was questioned on his involvement without being notified of his rights. is this legal??     (09-FEB-12)
How can I dismiss charges after I have filed a report?     (08-FEB-12)
I just recently got charged with a felony possession of cocaine a misdemeanor possession of marijuana and Paraphernalia I I was in a renal car with      (08-FEB-12)
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DUI/DWI

can i get a careless driving charge removed from my record? it's stopping me from getting a job. the charge is a little over 3 years old..     (08-FEB-12)
Can I be charged for a misdeamenor for being at a party where underage drinking took place?     (24-JAN-12)
I have been arrested for my 5th DWI. I was arrested and spent 5 days in jail then posted bond. I do not have a job and have to appear in court.      (19-JAN-12)
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Debtor and Creditor

Credit Debtors , Judgement for 3,000 awarded to me on 8/15/2010. For breach of contract Michigan     (12-FEB-12)
over a 10 year period, I loaned $130,000 to a friend, but in 2009 he told me he didn't want to pay back the money anymore. How do I get my money back?     (01-FEB-12)
IF I WRITE "PAID IN FULL" ON A CHECK AND THE OTHER PARTY CASHES THE CHECK, DO I OWE THEM ANYMORE MONEY?     (30-JAN-12)
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Discrimination

How is it legal to deny a raise to one person based on a company buy out but give another person in the same office a raise?     (20-OCT-11)
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Divorce

I live in wyandotte mich, after 32 years of marriage he wants a divorce, he has hired a attorney but i have no money for one. can you suggest where     (09-FEB-12)
Do children have a right to obtain back alimony father owed mother when she died?     (08-FEB-12)
My husband and I have lived separately for 6 years. Like common law marriage after 7 years, will we be common law divorced in another year?     (08-FEB-12)
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Domestic Violence

Can you leagally video tape someone to get proof of domestic violence if both parties are not aware of it?     (25-DEC-11)
Can I be compensated for a domestic injury and also after spending over 8 years with this person     (20-SEP-11)
Are witnesses allowed to testify for the defense at a preliminary hearing in a domestic case?     (31-AUG-11)
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Drug Crimes

what would happen if i dont pass a bond probation drug test     (03-FEB-12)
my son had a lawyer that has disappeared off the face of the earth how can i find him.i need information about getting my son out of prison early.     (12-DEC-11)
A search warrant was issued to one person living in a house     (04-SEP-11)
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Education Law

my 15 yr old son was on home instructiong for the last 2 marking periods of the school yr but only received 1 teacher and was suppose to have 3 i was      (15-DEC-11)
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Elder Law

My Dad with Alheimers has "signed" (deed of gift) his house over to my sister who is his POA. Is this legal?     (10-FEB-12)
how do you get accountablity from someone who has power of attorney for my wifes mother. she will give no info as to the state of her mothers finances     (10-FEB-12)
can my aunt keep me from seeing my grandmother     (06-FEB-12)
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Employment Contracts

I was in an accient on business with a company car and it was my fault - i was hospitalized for 2 days, mine was teh only injury. My employer has a      (19-DEC-11)
I signed a Letter of Intent which had a non-compete section in it ..... We were asked to read an operating agreement with an attorney and modify it ac     (18-DEC-11)
Is it legal to demoted and take a salary away from a manager with no just cause ?     (18-NOV-11)
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Entertainment Law

Will I be infringing on a copyright if I use an artist's lyrics in a free eBook?     (04-SEP-11)
I know that you have to pay for the rights to use music in a movie. Do you have to pay for the rights to use music in a website?      (26-AUG-11)
I spent money on a game that is ran by a UK citizen, but I live in the USA. Can I sue them in a USA court to recover my funds?     (26-AUG-11)
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Environmental Law

My husband was backed over by forklift that did not have an audible backup horn working at time of injury. According to OSHA regulations 1926.602(a)(9)(i), all bidirectional machines are suppose to be equipped with an operable horn that should operate when machine is moving in any direction. He has a catastrophic injury that will not allow him to return to work and do his normal job. My question is, can the company be held liable for not being in compliance with OSHA regulations and a personal injury suit filed in addition to workman comp claim?     (19-AUG-11)
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Estate Litigation

I lived with a woman for 4.5 years. We got engaged at Christmas. She died of pancreatic cancer in January. She had a will that was not notarized.      (08-FEB-12)
my neice was the executor of the estate on my grandmother's will. my mother was second and was third on the will. the property was not a part of the      (25-JAN-12)
My deceased husband and his sister's name is on the mortgage where I live, what are my rights as his widow?     (23-JAN-12)
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Estate Planning

My father passed away. I am the only living relative my mother has. If she became incapacitated - would I need a Power of Attorney?     (11-FEB-12)
My wife and I have no children. Is it feasible to have a trust firm handle our estate?     (05-FEB-12)
sister refused to pay life insurance policy to funeral home     (01-FEB-12)
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Expungements

How do i get a shoplifting charge removed from my record? (CA)     (14-DEC-11)
Do Juvenile Arrests show up on VIRGINIA STATE POLICE REPORTS?     (27-OCT-11)
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Family Law

Can I move out of my parent's house if I am 18 even though I am not graduating until May.     (10-FEB-12)
Greetings. How can I go about to change my name? I'm a US citizen residing in the UAE. Can I do so here, or hire an attorney in America?      (09-FEB-12)
i lost my house in divorce, name is no longer on it but still on loan, ex wife is 5 month behind on payments what are my options     (08-FEB-12)
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Foreclosures

I LOST JOB AND IM NOT MAKING ANY MONEY PAY HOUSE. MY HUSBAND DONT HAVE MONEY PAY HOUSE WHAT DO.HOUSE GOING UNDER FORECLOSURES     (02-FEB-12)
we were gonna short sale our house and had it sold but because of judgements againts my boyfriend they say we cant sell it now so what do we do?     (02-FEB-12)
How long does the foreclosure process usually take on a commercial building....with a discharged bankruptcy?     (02-FEB-12)
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Franchise Law

Is a franchiser required to tell you why you were denied for a franchise with their company?     (27-JAN-12)
I paid $25,000 franchise fee in July and just got the aggreement to sign Oct. Is that legal? The written is not what we agreed to and my shop is open     (16-NOV-11)
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General Practice

Can I file a claim against a school who allowed an administrator to meet with my child against my will.     (05-FEB-12)
How can I file a complaint against a lawyer who might have stolen some money or misrepresented me? He would lie and yell at me so much .     (16-JAN-12)
My son was hit by a truck and hurt very bad, my ex has retained a lawyer, Am i able to sue due to the Mental Anguish and stress this has caused me?     (15-JAN-12)
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Guardianship and Conservatorship

Can a sibling take guardianship of a physically impaired brother although he is married and the wife is providing care for him?      (07-FEB-12)
How do I make someone the guardian of my child?     (17-JAN-12)
Is there anyway you can give back your power of attoney? My husband is tired of the harrassment from his sister. Is there anyway he can give it to her     (12-JAN-12)
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Head and Spinal Injuries

I hurt my back in 2009 had a lumbar fusion, in 2010 just found out that one of the screw heads are broke.     (24-DEC-11)
who do i get ahold of or what do i do cause my 16 mth old son fell out of a semi truck and got a 2nd degree concusion and we are really worried      (22-NOV-11)
what can i do if my son was hit by two kids on the side of his head on school campus     (09-NOV-11)
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Immigration

how do i file a green card for an immediate family relative as a permanent resident myself ? how long will the process take?     (09-FEB-12)
How do I chose my immigration lawyer, and how to avoid being ripped off ?     (08-FEB-12)
What kind of visa do i need to apply for as a spouse from Germany and could it get denied because i overstayed the 90 days i got with the Visa Waiver?     (08-FEB-12)
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Insurance

When Is An Insurance Policy Considered Cancelled?      (24-JAN-12)
Husband owns 95 van that wasnt used often because he wasnt working so we just have liability on vehicle, He started working we placed full coverage.     (23-JAN-12)
I have a dog that jumped on a delivery person and he is saying she bit him. I dont have insurance on the dog     (16-JAN-12)
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Intellectual Property

I was wondering if I could be sued for using a logo of a company that used to be well known, but is now backrupt...has been for over 10 years?     (10-FEB-12)
I write comedic material and occasionally I write with a partner. I can understand that when two people write something together its shared ownership.     (10-FEB-12)
Terms of Use of Website     (10-FEB-12)
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Labor and Employment

What rights does an employee have if they are being retaliated by a manager who they have emailed hr about and hr told the manager.     (08-FEB-12)
Is it legal for my employer to expect me to work if I am not being paid for it? I am an hourly employee.      (06-FEB-12)
My wife would like to use the FMLA to enter counseling due to sexual harassment. Will this be covered under the FMLA law?     (06-FEB-12)
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Landlord and Tenant Law

What are the laws regarding giving keys back to landlord?      (10-FEB-12)
My landlord is evicting me for not paying rent at an illegal unity. Last night she sent a strange who dropped me a Summons. What should I do?     (07-FEB-12)
I rent a house with 5 other people, two in the same room. If I decide to leave, am I obligated to find a replacement to pay my share of the rent?     (02-FEB-12)
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Legal Malpractice

Sue my divorce attorney     (16-JAN-12)
do i legally have a case for malpractice     (16-JAN-12)
I was recently admitted to the hospital on 3 different occassions. On each admission I told them I was allergic to sqaush     (20-DEC-11)
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Libel, Slander and Defamation

How to appeal order to show cause decision in Kings County Supreme Court of new York?     (20-DEC-11)
I feel as though I am being "stalked" by someone from outside my family. It seems as though they know my every move. Do I have any legal rights?     (02-OCT-11)
My former employer gave a statement to his Worker's Comp Claims rep that was defamatory and untrue in an attempt to discredit me. I     (19-AUG-11)
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Litigation

What kind of lawyer should I contact to file to vacate a default judgement?     (28-JAN-12)
What kind of lawyer should I contact to file to vacate a default judgement?     (12-JAN-12)
General question - judgments Consumer Fraud and Mortgage Fraud      (08-JAN-12)
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Medical Malpractice

I am a 21 year old female who has been battling with internal bleeding for the past 3 weeks.     (11-FEB-12)
Is a hospital/doctor obligated to advise you if you test positive for MRSA?      (10-FEB-12)
I was recently given a prescription for Oxycodone, which was ostensibly done at the behest of my Neurosurgeon. Continued below.     (08-FEB-12)
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Medicare and Medicaid

My question concerns Medicare Part B. Should i contact Soc Sec to see if i qualify for the Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary plan.      (12-JAN-12)
I need information for my friend. She don't have acces to computer. She is a 85 year old widow. Receive monthly $900.00 Social Security.      (08-NOV-11)
NJAC 10:71-4.10(d)(4) contains a Medicaid exempt transfer, the "care giver" child exception for real estate. Can property be subjected to a lien?     (08-NOV-11)
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Motorcycle Accidents

How do we proceed when our car was hit by a moped? Moped driver does not have insurance so we are concerned about claiming this to our insurance co.      (25-NOV-11)
The other driver was at fault and his insurance is paying for damages. Do I have to get all the repairs done or can I keep the money if I want?     (26-OCT-11)
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Nursing Home Litigation

Is there a case of any sort here? and where would I find a lawyer to handle this kind of case?     (09-FEB-12)
the nursing home has or will take 2 bank accounts, home, pension, social security and car ...question can they take household stuff     (06-FEB-12)
Helloo my cousin fill of the wheel chair in a nursing home, he was very badly injured will he have a case     (15-DEC-11)
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Patents

Its about TRADEMARKs not patents. I looking to trademark a name though the www.uspto.gov and the name I want sounds like an other name, but when...     (02-FEB-12)
What are the laws on marketing a product, made from 2 Existing products?     (02-FEB-12)
Can you copyright/patent a literary work (childrens book) and 8 different dolls (which are characters in the book) under one copyright/patent?      (09-JAN-12)
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Personal Injury

HI I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT LAST YEAR ON 4/24/2011. THE CAR THAT HIT ME LEFT THE SEEN. MY CAR WAS TOTAL.      (10-FEB-12)
Being the owner of a construction company, can i be sued if someone came uninvited to visit one of my guys at work and fell on my jobsite??     (08-FEB-12)
I WAS INJURE ON THE JOB, CUT ON THE FACE BELOW RIGHT SIDE OF MY EAR. IT STILL TINGLE AFTER 19YRS I NEVER RECEIVCE A DIME. THEY PAID MY DOCTER BILLS!      (08-FEB-12)
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Products Liability

I recently bought a bag of chips at a cosco store as I started eating them , I found some tipe of hairs or fibers embeded in to the chips I stopped     (19-JAN-12)
Hello, im not sure if this is the right category, but recently my girlfriend and I stayed in a hotel, and used a candle , which caught fire to the      (19-JAN-12)
I was wondering if I could sue the condom company?     (19-JAN-12)
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Real Estate

I have received motion for entry of default judgment on my property which i could not afford to pay for the last 6 month, if I don't answer,     (10-FEB-12)
What documents do I need to prove to Realestate Closing Co. that my marriage is not recognised in Florida?     (10-FEB-12)
Am I obligated to pay rent on my apartment after a lease has expired and the roof leaked water? My lease expired in November 2011 it is now February.     (10-FEB-12)
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Residential Real Estate

Renting an Apartment: Question is in More Detail section.     (24-JAN-12)
My girlfriend and I have joint ownership of a house. The mortgage is in my name. Upon break up what are my/our options?      (24-JAN-12)
How do I get a roommate off the title to the house? She did not financially contribute to the purchase of the house and is not on the mortgage.     (11-JAN-12)
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Sex Crimes

What happens if someone is making a sexual allegation of a minor, that supposedly happened a few years ago.     (07-FEB-12)
What type of attorney do I need to contact in regards to a sexual act that happened in a special needs school.     (25-JAN-12)
Can you press chargers without evidence?     (25-JAN-12)
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Social Security

I receive survivor benefits for my son. The father was not on the birth certificate.     (04-JAN-12)
my girlfriends drawls disability will she lose it if we get married     (03-JAN-12)
My question is if I have any legal recourse in not repaying monies that SS says that they overpaid me over a 19 month period     (18-DEC-11)
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Social Security Disability

My knee was rated as having lost 25 percent use. Is it anyway i can apply for particle disability?     (04-JAN-12)
I receive a check for my son from my SSDI. My EX husband is payee and will not relinquish it, SSDI says my EX is entitled to it??     (03-JAN-12)
Should SS count a Schedule Award as income even though IRS, OWCP and OPM doesn't?     (23-DEC-11)
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Taxation

What happens when a parent claims a child and it was not their year to do so?     (23-JAN-12)
Can my ex-wife use our joint tax information without my permission.     (29-DEC-11)
what are my options or what can i do if im a victim of fraudulent tax returns?      (06-DEC-11)
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Traffic Violations

I am currently on probation for DWLR; I have already done a year and a half of the 2 year probation and I recently got caught driving again.      (08-FEB-12)
hello my name is Ronnie i have court date coming up in morganton Nc i had it continued once will the continue it a second time i am charged with speed     (08-FEB-12)
DMV reference number 10CR728154 Mecklenburg county for speeding The ticket number is: 10IF712449      (08-FEB-12)
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Trusts and Estates

I have had a trust that was set up by my grandfather and the trustee he appointed will not let me see any trust documents      (08-FEB-12)
Does exwife have to sign off before house is sold?     (08-FEB-12)
My wife and I are looking to protect our assets with some sort of trust.     (08-FEB-12)
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White Collar Crime

A previous bank client is falsely accusing me of stealing from his bank account. What is the optimal method of responding?     (20-DEC-11)
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Wills and Probate

my dad has no will what happens if he dies     (09-FEB-12)
If my mom has a will and it's not in the spot she told me it would be how would i go about finding the laywer that did the will for her?     (09-FEB-12)
how can i get my inhertiance     (06-FEB-12)
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Workers Compensation

If your contractor does not have legal or adequate workers comp. insurance, what is the homeowners liability or responsibility in case of injury?      (07-FEB-12)
Can my employer keep me from filing a new worker's compensation claim?     (07-FEB-12)
Is there a payment for pain and suffering after you have healed from your injury ?     (24-JAN-12)
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Wrongful Death

I would like help finding a lawyer that can work on behalf of me and my siblings (all of which are out of state) w/ a possible case.     (10-FEB-12)
Where can i find someone that reads and intrepid medical records in the Durham NC area     (10-FEB-12)
Hypothetical: Say I am rich and I have an 18 year old son that is at fault for a car accident that results in multiple deaths.     (12-JAN-12)
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Wrongful Termination

Can a job suspended you over the phone and not give you the paper work til two weeks after.     (07-NOV-11)
Have i won this case     (20-OCT-11)
Do I have a lawsuite for wrongful termination? i feel that i was wrongfully terminated and discriminated agenst.      (19-OCT-11)
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