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Texas Questions & Answers
Q: Hello i applied for n-400 I received denial letter today.
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers' answer
The stated facts create a complex case, and are insufficient to provide legal advice.
You should sit down with an experienced immigration attorney.
The stated facts create a complex case, and are insufficient to provide legal advice.
You should sit down with an experienced immigration attorney.
Q: How do I find out if my former employer has workman's compensation?
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Answered on Apr 22, 2016
Answered on Apr 22, 2016
David A. Wolf's answer
The situation does not look good for you based on the facts presented. You should consult with a worker's compensation attorney and / or employment attorney. In most instances, an employer will disclose its worker's compensation coverage. It may well be that there is no coverage in place. Most personal injury and worker's compensation provide a free consultation. As for employment law attorneys, some charge a consultation fee. Good luck.
The situation does not look good for you based on the facts presented. You should consult with a worker's compensation attorney and / or employment attorney. In most instances, an employer will disclose its worker's compensation coverage. It may well be that there is no coverage in place. Most personal injury and worker's compensation provide a free consultation. As for employment law attorneys, some charge a consultation fee. Good luck.
Q: Can You sue your current employer for putting your SS# in the hands of identity thiefs ?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
You sue for your damages, which can be difficult in cases like these. If you cannot get your refund, that would be the amount your employer would be liable for.
You sue for your damages, which can be difficult in cases like these. If you cannot get your refund, that would be the amount your employer would be liable for.
Q: I'm turning left on oncoming 2 lane traffic. As I make my left a oncoming Car driving on the shoulder and l hit each
Kelly Powers' answer
There is not enough details to answer your question but based on what you've written it sounds like you are at fault for not yielding to oncoming traffic. If a police report was written that may also have a determination of fault.
Please note: I am not your lawyer and there is no attorney/client relationship between us as a result of this question and answer.
There is not enough details to answer your question but based on what you've written it sounds like you are at fault for not yielding to oncoming traffic. If a police report was written that may also have a determination of fault.
Please note: I am not your lawyer and there is no attorney/client relationship between us as a result of this question and answer.
Q: I had recently had new tires put on my truck. I just had the rear wheel of my truck come off on the interstate doing 75
Kelly Powers' answer
There is not enough information to answer your question. Were you injured in this accident? You may want to contact a Products Liability Attorney or Personal Injury attorney depending on who put the tires on your truck and whether or not you were injured.
Please note: I am not your attorney and there is no attorney/client relationship between us as a result of this question and answer.
There is not enough information to answer your question. Were you injured in this accident? You may want to contact a Products Liability Attorney or Personal Injury attorney depending on who put the tires on your truck and whether or not you were injured.
Please note: I am not your attorney and there is no attorney/client relationship between us as a result of this question and answer.
Q: I rear ended someone at a light, they drove off and called in a hit and run. What happens now?
Kelly Powers' answer
How do you know they called in a hit and run? If you reported it to your insurance company, and the other party has your vehicle information they will likely eventually report it to your insurer, at which point your insurer will already have notice of the claim because you've set it up. If you also reported it to the proper police department and there is a report on file of what happened, there should be enough information for your insurance company to handle the claim w/o it being a hit and...
How do you know they called in a hit and run? If you reported it to your insurance company, and the other party has your vehicle information they will likely eventually report it to your insurer, at which point your insurer will already have notice of the claim because you've set it up. If you also reported it to the proper police department and there is a report on file of what happened, there should be enough information for your insurance company to handle the claim w/o it being a hit and...
Q: Do I need a lawyer?
Kelly Powers' answer
You should contact the person at the insurance company who sent you the Title Form. You should not sign and return the form before speaking with someone. They should be paying you for the value of your vehicle, and you can also discuss reimbursement for rental expenses. However, if the vehicle is totaled, they do not have to cover your rental expenses.
Please note: I am not your lawyer and we do not have an attorney/client relationship as a result of this question and answer.
You should contact the person at the insurance company who sent you the Title Form. You should not sign and return the form before speaking with someone. They should be paying you for the value of your vehicle, and you can also discuss reimbursement for rental expenses. However, if the vehicle is totaled, they do not have to cover your rental expenses.
Please note: I am not your lawyer and we do not have an attorney/client relationship as a result of this question and answer.
Q: I had surgery on my great toe and have a plate and screws in it am i entitled to a ir
David A. Wolf's answer
Your inquiry was cut off or incomplete. You should contact a local worker's compensation attorney who will know the benefits that you are entitled to. Most worker's compensation attorneys will provide you with a free consultation with no obligation to retain the attorney. You should make sure that the worker's compensation carrier is taking care of its obligations and treating you properly.
Your inquiry was cut off or incomplete. You should contact a local worker's compensation attorney who will know the benefits that you are entitled to. Most worker's compensation attorneys will provide you with a free consultation with no obligation to retain the attorney. You should make sure that the worker's compensation carrier is taking care of its obligations and treating you properly.
Q: Should I seek an appeal for a naturalization application denied?
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers' answer
If you have retained a lawyer and don’t have trust to ask that person the questions posted here. You should seek for second opinion from an experienced attorney instead of relying on the answers on a free public forum. Good luck.
If you have retained a lawyer and don’t have trust to ask that person the questions posted here. You should seek for second opinion from an experienced attorney instead of relying on the answers on a free public forum. Good luck.
Q: If my dog got out of my yard and bit another dog, am I responsible for the owner's and the dogs "pain & suffering"?
David A. Wolf's answer
I understand that the State of Texas may require that the dog owner knew or should have known about the dangerous propensities of the dog. If your dog never bit a person or attacked a person in the past, you may have a defense to this action. You should contact your homeowner's insurance company if you have coverage OR a civil trial attorney for advise and representation on this matter. Good luck.
I understand that the State of Texas may require that the dog owner knew or should have known about the dangerous propensities of the dog. If your dog never bit a person or attacked a person in the past, you may have a defense to this action. You should contact your homeowner's insurance company if you have coverage OR a civil trial attorney for advise and representation on this matter. Good luck.
Q: My brother found me a job w/ sign on bonus. I want 15k to go to him and rest to me. is the 15k taxable on me and him?
Anton Pal Montano's answer
The IRS appears to be arguing that you actually earned the entire bonus of $100,000. Merely directing that some of your payment go to someone else may not be enough to transfer the tax obligation to another taxpayer. You may need to consult with a CPA or tax attorney about the deficiency being assessed against you. Best wishes to you,
Please note that my answers are for general educational purposes only and do not establish an attorney-client relationship. You should contact an...
The IRS appears to be arguing that you actually earned the entire bonus of $100,000. Merely directing that some of your payment go to someone else may not be enough to transfer the tax obligation to another taxpayer. You may need to consult with a CPA or tax attorney about the deficiency being assessed against you. Best wishes to you,
Please note that my answers are for general educational purposes only and do not establish an attorney-client relationship. You should contact an...
Q: Can a contract be enforced if the seller states he was under the influence?
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Answered on Apr 7, 2016
Answered on Apr 7, 2016
Anton Pal Montano's answer
It is difficult to give an accurate answer to this question without knowing all the details of your case. Generally, for example, a person may argue that a contract is voidable because he did not have the capacity or legal ability to enter the contract due to being under the influence of drugs or intoxication. However, it is usually a very high standard requiring the person to prove that he did not understand the nature of the agreement that he signed. I hope this answer is not coming too...
It is difficult to give an accurate answer to this question without knowing all the details of your case. Generally, for example, a person may argue that a contract is voidable because he did not have the capacity or legal ability to enter the contract due to being under the influence of drugs or intoxication. However, it is usually a very high standard requiring the person to prove that he did not understand the nature of the agreement that he signed. I hope this answer is not coming too...
Q: Civil case (relief asked is $409) at Guadalupe County in TX - can you provide advice how to dismiss a complaint?
Mr. Michael O. Stevens' answer
The internet reviews will get you no where. If they did bad work, that is mostly on you as the person who hired them. That said, I would counterclaim as to breach of contract in that the work performed was not of the quality contracted for, in that he breached implied warranties. I would also look to see if the person is licensed as a contractor, as irrigation is often an area that requires a licensed contractor. If he is not licensed, then any contract may be void.
The internet reviews will get you no where. If they did bad work, that is mostly on you as the person who hired them. That said, I would counterclaim as to breach of contract in that the work performed was not of the quality contracted for, in that he breached implied warranties. I would also look to see if the person is licensed as a contractor, as irrigation is often an area that requires a licensed contractor. If he is not licensed, then any contract may be void.
Q: Do I have a personal injury civil case a against Walmart for false arrest?
David A. Wolf's answer
You should contact a civil rights attorney. These cases are quite challenging and only a certain segment of civil trial attorney handle civil rights cases on a regular basis. Contact attorneys in your geographic area and broaden your search as needed. Good luck with the potential case.
You should contact a civil rights attorney. These cases are quite challenging and only a certain segment of civil trial attorney handle civil rights cases on a regular basis. Contact attorneys in your geographic area and broaden your search as needed. Good luck with the potential case.
Q: My 18 year old son got his 15 year old girlfriend pregnant. they are 3 years and 2 months apart. Can he get in trouble?
Terrence H Thorgaard's answer
He certainly could get in trouble. Her parents would not be the ones to file criminal charges; the state would.
He certainly could get in trouble. Her parents would not be the ones to file criminal charges; the state would.
Q: If a 17 year old had intercores with a 14 year old while he was 16, what would happen?
Terrence H Thorgaard's answer
" ... The age of consent in Texas is 18 under section 43.25(b) of title 9,[89] with a two-year close-in-age exception. ..."
Thus it is possible that the older one could be prosecuted See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_the_United_States#Texas
" ... The age of consent in Texas is 18 under section 43.25(b) of title 9,[89] with a two-year close-in-age exception. ..."
Thus it is possible that the older one could be prosecuted See https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ages_of_consent_in_the_United_States#Texas
Q: Owner of Media Marketing company died (apparently) & his friend claims to b partner in business & is making demand
Anton Pal Montano's answer
Sorry about your situation. You may want to consult with an attorney to discuss all of the facts in your case. Based on the information you provided, it appears that your business contract was with the media marketing business and not with the "dead" partner individually. Thus, a big issue is whether the "friend" has actual authority to act on behalf of the business. It would be good to know more information about the media marketing business and the "friend's" role with the business to...
Sorry about your situation. You may want to consult with an attorney to discuss all of the facts in your case. Based on the information you provided, it appears that your business contract was with the media marketing business and not with the "dead" partner individually. Thus, a big issue is whether the "friend" has actual authority to act on behalf of the business. It would be good to know more information about the media marketing business and the "friend's" role with the business to...
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