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Oregon Questions & Answers
Q: I need to find a pro-Bono lawyer. I was discriminated at work by my employer. He told me how great i was at work prior
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
You don't need a pro bono attorney, you just need an employment law attorney to take you case on a contingency basis. That means they only collect if the win or settle the case for you. You can use the find a lawyer link above to do that.
You don't need a pro bono attorney, you just need an employment law attorney to take you case on a contingency basis. That means they only collect if the win or settle the case for you. You can use the find a lawyer link above to do that.
Q: my dad just passed his body is still at hospital,i am the only child,my aunt sats she has a will and power of attn.
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Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
Then find an attorney to start the process. Your aunt would not longer have power of attorney, but she might mean she is the adminstrex of the estate.
Then find an attorney to start the process. Your aunt would not longer have power of attorney, but she might mean she is the adminstrex of the estate.
Q: What laws apply in Oregon if someone is giving medical advice/diagnosing without a medical license?
Q: do i need a lawyer for a quit claim deed?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
You do not need a lawyer for most anything, but whether or not it is wise to have one is another matter. If both of you understand exactly what is going on and the risks involved, you can file one yourself.
You do not need a lawyer for most anything, but whether or not it is wise to have one is another matter. If both of you understand exactly what is going on and the risks involved, you can file one yourself.
Q: Landlord proposed rent increase 30 days before end of year lease but I must provide 30 days notice to leave.
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
You basically have one day to decide if you want to pay the increase, but obviously about a month to find a new place.
You basically have one day to decide if you want to pay the increase, but obviously about a month to find a new place.
Q: As the father how do I get full custody if the mother has signed a consent of guardianship to child's grandmother?
Vincent J. Bernabei's answer
If there is already a court order for custody, then you should file a motion to modify custody. If there is no court order for custody, then you should file a new action to obtain custody of your child. You should also object to the guardianship proceeding. You don't automatically get full custody after mother signed away her custodial rights, but there is a presumption that your rights to custody are superior to grandmother's rights.
If there is already a court order for custody, then you should file a motion to modify custody. If there is no court order for custody, then you should file a new action to obtain custody of your child. You should also object to the guardianship proceeding. You don't automatically get full custody after mother signed away her custodial rights, but there is a presumption that your rights to custody are superior to grandmother's rights.
Q: The 2 PR's of my mother's estate are not listing the property for sale, etc. What are our options to get things moving?
Vincent J. Bernabei's answer
Assuming all other options, including direct negotiation, mediation, PRs' rejection of a written offer, etc., then you may file an action with the court asking the court to provide instructions on how to proceed.
Assuming all other options, including direct negotiation, mediation, PRs' rejection of a written offer, etc., then you may file an action with the court asking the court to provide instructions on how to proceed.
Q: Can someone bring a dog onto my property and let him run free? I've told them he scares me and they laugh.
Terrence H Thorgaard's answer
Call your local animal control department. Tell them that there is a dog on your property without your permission and ask them to impound the dog.
Call your local animal control department. Tell them that there is a dog on your property without your permission and ask them to impound the dog.
Q: My Landlord has an access road to several homes where I live he has grooved the road for the water to run out complains.
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
What does your lease say? That contract is what determines most rights and responsibilities.
What does your lease say? That contract is what determines most rights and responsibilities.
Q: Can our public elementary school ban my son from family events after he withdrew from school?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
I do not do public education law by any means, but you have a situation where they possibly could rightful ban him from the school due to the threats he made. People can be trespassed from public places, TriMet does it all the time.
I do not do public education law by any means, but you have a situation where they possibly could rightful ban him from the school due to the threats he made. People can be trespassed from public places, TriMet does it all the time.
Q: We just purchased a home 6 months ago, and just found out that the seller lied about the siding being replaced.
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
Breach of contract has a six year statute of limitations, which can be tolled in some instances. Potentially here it could be based on the discovery rule, so you may be able to sue the original owner (though you might have to sue those you bought it from with them bringing in the original owner).
The big question is will it be worth it? How does the siding not being replaced affect the value of the house (as in do you now need to speed $10k to replace it). If it is just an annoyance, it...
Breach of contract has a six year statute of limitations, which can be tolled in some instances. Potentially here it could be based on the discovery rule, so you may be able to sue the original owner (though you might have to sue those you bought it from with them bringing in the original owner).
The big question is will it be worth it? How does the siding not being replaced affect the value of the house (as in do you now need to speed $10k to replace it). If it is just an annoyance, it...
Q: My ex is willfully defying a court order for me to take custody of our daughter. Can I have her arrested for that?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
Police tend to not want to get involved in disputes such as this, unless there is a court order. I would suggest talking with your divorce attorney or the one handling your custody case.
Police tend to not want to get involved in disputes such as this, unless there is a court order. I would suggest talking with your divorce attorney or the one handling your custody case.
Q: I told a lady giving away puppies I had ppl who wanted them so I got the 4 puppies and the homes fell through.
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
This depends a bit on if you were considered an animal dealer under Oregon law.
This depends a bit on if you were considered an animal dealer under Oregon law.
Q: If I am on benched probation and I get a ticket for driving without a license and I didn't go to court what will happen?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
Doesn't matter if the ticket was for speeding or anything else, you were not supposed to be driving. If you did not go to court, they will likely issue a bench warrant, and it will not look good to your PO.
Doesn't matter if the ticket was for speeding or anything else, you were not supposed to be driving. If you did not go to court, they will likely issue a bench warrant, and it will not look good to your PO.
Q: What is Oregon statues for charging someone with delivery of meth
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
ORS § 475.890. Best not to post anything else online and consult with a criminal law attorney ASAP.
ORS § 475.890. Best not to post anything else online and consult with a criminal law attorney ASAP.
Q: May I file a theft complaint against the staff of a closed, locked facility which has video surveillance?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
Unless the facility was actively a participant in the crime, no. Also, keep in mind that sometimes cameras are for show and are not actually working or recording.
Unless the facility was actively a participant in the crime, no. Also, keep in mind that sometimes cameras are for show and are not actually working or recording.
Q: Took FMLA, now they want me to return to a non-equivalent job in Oregon
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
Generally speaking, they do not have to hold open your job, just provide you with an equivalent position. That gets fact intensive and there are no real black and white answers, as that basically gets into opinions. You might sit down with a local employment law attorney, best if they do FMLA, and go over all of the facts to get their opinion on the situation.
Generally speaking, they do not have to hold open your job, just provide you with an equivalent position. That gets fact intensive and there are no real black and white answers, as that basically gets into opinions. You might sit down with a local employment law attorney, best if they do FMLA, and go over all of the facts to get their opinion on the situation.
Q: what is a Oregon Statue
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
An Oregon statue is a three-dimensional work of art located in the state of Oregon. An Oregon Statute is a law passed by the legislature, abbreviated ORS. As to your other question, sort of. You could sell it, but it would have no real legal affect and leave you open to a variety of issues. Plus, unless you are selling to a moron, they will go through escrow and find out you are not on the deed (I make an exception as to if you are not on the deed but still an owner versus you are not on the...
An Oregon statue is a three-dimensional work of art located in the state of Oregon. An Oregon Statute is a law passed by the legislature, abbreviated ORS. As to your other question, sort of. You could sell it, but it would have no real legal affect and leave you open to a variety of issues. Plus, unless you are selling to a moron, they will go through escrow and find out you are not on the deed (I make an exception as to if you are not on the deed but still an owner versus you are not on the...
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