Legal Questions and Answers
Can I Cancel a Lease Within 24 Hours in Georgia?
i signed a lease for a rental apartment today and exchanged money already (in Gwinette County Georgia)....can i get out of this lease agreement since its within 24 hours?
08/07/2010 | Category: Landlord Tenant | State: Georgia | #22845What are the Consequences of Making Someone a Shareholder in My Business?
We are a small family restaurant, been in business for 3+ years, recently incorporated. We made our 2 nephews and son officers of the corporation. What form of compensation does that entitle them to, if any? If shareholder - then what are the implications of making them shareholders.
08/06/2010 | Category: Corporations | State: California | #22844Can I Be Forced to Sign a Release to Have Settlement Money Given to Me By My Attorney?
Can my lawyer refuse to pay my settlement because I will not sign a release for him to cash the check?
08/06/2010 | Category: Civil Actions » Settlements | State: Washington | #22842What Happens to My Retirement Fund in Bankruptcy?
I am a 68 yr old widow with questions on Florida law . Bankruptcy approved May 2009, Foreclosure still pending bank delayed court-ordered sale; Is my retirement fund attachable?? If I sell my Homesteaded house are any proceeds attachable? What if I put any proceeds into my retirement fund?
08/06/2010 | Category: Bankruptcy | State: Florida | #22841How is income properly calculated for child support when parent does not respond?
My ex husband didn't show up for child support court and his income was not stated in court so they based my orders on minimum wage. I am going to do a motion for a new trial and need his income verified. Is it possible for me to obtain this information from his employer?
08/06/2010 | Category: Divorce » Child Support | State: Texas | #22840Are there any taxes owed when a resident or non-resident alien dies owning property in the US?
Is there a tax on intestate inheritance? How much? A Filipino with properties in CA and Nevada died intestate in the Philippines. What laws shall govern. How about taxes?
08/06/2010 | Category: Wills and Estates | State: California | #22839Is it plagiarism to verbal say something without the cite, but the cite is located in the report?
I am being accused of plagiarism by this extremely horrible teacher who I believe is out to get me. I basically did a 30 slide presentation that included the physiological affects of the accident that occurred to the human body. In the presentation, I spoke freely using my own words but on the slides I had a about seven short sections all about two to three sentences that were ...
08/05/2010 | Category: Misc | State: Arizona | #22837What remedies can be pursued for negligence for injuries to unrestrained minor passenger in a car?
My childcare provider neglected to put my 12 year old in a seat belt and instead chose to place him as well as 6 other children plus herself into a 5 passenger jeep. The jeep was T-boned and rolled over. My 12 yr old was ejected from the vehicle and my 2 yr old was trapped inside the crushed door, now the 2 yr old was properly buckled however her negligence on my 12 yr old is i...
08/05/2010 | Category: Negligence | State: New Hampshire | #22836How much documentation can be required to obtain a US passport?
I recently applied for a US passport. In a reply, the State Department has requested all manner of additional information and documentation within thirty (30) days or the application will be 'denied.' As I am educated, so I can complete the application. However, obtaining all the documentation asked for will likely require more than thirty days. I have no control over how long ...
08/05/2010 | Category: Civil Rights | State: Mississippi | #22835How Do I Legally Change My Name in New Hampshire?
I was born with the last name Piccola. However, a few years after my mother remarried, she had my name on my social security card changed to Osgood (My step-fathers name; I am currently 22 years old). This is the name I have used since that point (It is also the name on my drivers license ) However, my birth certificate still says Piccola. I am trying to apply for a US passport...
08/05/2010 | Category: Name Change | State: New Hampshire | #22834