http://www.answerbag.com/profile/92561 New Answerbag answers from Agrippina Wed, 30 May 2012 14:49:34 -0700 Wed, 30 May 2012 14:49:34 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8577736 Do my descendants have to pay federal and state back taxes with life insurance money?<br /><br />Assuming you are referring to the back taxes that you might owe at the time of your death, the answer is no. If a decedent owes taxes or other debts at the time of his/her death, the assets of the decedent's estate must be used to pay those debts. Life insurance proceeds, however, generally are... Sat, 02 Jan 2010 15:45:24 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8577736 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8251761 I'm sole beneficiary, but NOT executor. The debts are teetering on being more than value of the land I HAVE to keep in the family. (plus remaining mortgage). CAN the executor make choices about what to sell WITHOUT asking me first?<br /><br />The executor has the responsibility of gathering the estate&#039;s assets, paying its debts, and then distributing whatever is left (if anything) to the beneficiaries. As a result, the executor does have a fiduciary duty to you, as a beneficiary, to prevent the property in the estate from being... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:41:26 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8251761 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8224276 What happened to the teacher who had sex with her 13 year old student?<br /><br />Perhaps you are referring to Mary Kay Letourneau, who was convicted of statutory rape in 1997 for having a relationship with a 13 year-old male student of hers. She actually served several years in prison in the State of Washington, and upon getting out got married to the student (then an... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:10:34 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8224276 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8224025 Common Law and British and American history establish that it is every man's right to resist an ILLEGAL arrest by all means necessary. How do American police and courts get around this?<br /><br />I&#039;m not sure what actions you think one might be justified in taking to &quot;resist&quot; an &quot;illegal&quot; arrest, but I would certainly challenge you to provide any legal citation that would permit any use of violence to resist an arresting officer, regardless of your belief as to... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:40:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8224025 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8223932 My disabled wife & I live aboard our boat in a municipal marina in CA. (2 years ago we filed for homestead exemption.) Can the marina legally put a lien against our boat/home and auction it off for being 2 months in arrears?<br /><br />According to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 704.950: &quot;A judgment lien on real property ... does not attach to a declared homestead if both of the following requirements are satisfied: (1) A homestead declaration describing the declared homestead was recorded prior to the... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:26:16 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/8223932 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7510907 My grandfather sold some land in the early 1900's but he retained the mineral rights. My dad always said he had them after my grandfather died. Are mineral rights inherited, and how do we even find out if we now own them?<br /><br />You haven&#039;t indicated where the property is located, but assuming it is in the U.S., ownership rights to real property (including mineral rights) can be inherited along with other assets within a decedent&#039;s estate. You have two issues that need to be resolved before you can determine... Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:32:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/7510907 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6694209 Is there some law that will not allow utility companies to cut off the water and electricity of a person who has MS and as a result of the MS is legally blind and wheelchair bound?<br /><br />There may be &quot;some law&quot; somewhere that addresses this issue, but since laws vary between countries, states, and cities, I believe no meaningful answer can be provided without more information. Sorry. Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:27:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6694209 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6694137 According to texas law are the parents named in a wrongful death lawsuit entitled to any part of the settlement?<br /><br />Since parents could not possibly recover any money from a wrongful death claim unless they have brought the action, I&#039;ll assume that&#039;s the case. The answer, then, is yes, the parents may recover at least a portion of any settlement or judgment. The Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code... Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:16:54 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6694137 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6684887 My friend wants to look up his drivers license online to see if he has all his fines and tickets payed for. Would this info be on his driving record or some other form? I live in AZ if that helps<br /><br />Arizona has a means by which a driver may obtain his driving record online. Here&#039;s a link to the official MVD website with instructions: http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/faqs/scripts/FAQsResponse.asp?Category=1&amp;Keyword= Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:11:49 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6684887 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6684847 How do you get your name changed legally?<br /><br />In California, you must file a Petition for a Name Change in the Superior Court. Here&#039;s a link to the California Judicial Council form that you would fill out and file along with the appropriate filing fee and supporting documents: http://www.courtinfo.ca.gov/forms/documents/nc100.pdf Wed, 03 Jun 2009 00:01:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6684847 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6684677 What is a good website that full out gives me the actual law? Specifically for Colorado would b nice<br /><br />The official Colorado site containing its revised statutes is at http://www.state.co.us/gov_dir/leg_dir/olls/colorado_revised_statutes.htm If you are looking for general legal information, as well as statutes and case law for different jurisdictions, you should try http://my.findlaw.com or... Tue, 02 Jun 2009 23:23:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6684677 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6673801 What are the formal qulifications to be president<br /><br />According to Article II, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution, to be eligible to be the President a person must be: (1) At least 35 years old; (2) A &quot;natural born&quot; citizen of the U.S.A.; and (3) A resident of the United States for at least fourteen years.... Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:07:03 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6673801 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6673733 I live in Arkansas and own a Condo. Since the economy has become bad and I was "laid off" I have fallen behind in my Condo Assessments. The Condo Board says they will file a "Lien" against my property. I find no authority for this. Am I right?<br /><br />No, you&#039;re not right. Arkansas law provides for the creation of homeowners&#039; associations - referred to in the statutes as &quot;horizontal property regimes&quot; - to govern communities and maintain common areas. These associations may assess homeowners for the cost of maintenance and... Mon, 01 Jun 2009 20:56:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6673733 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6655648 How was it that Aaron Burr was never put on trial?<br /><br />According to one source, many years after the duel in which he killed Alexander Hamilton, Aaron Burr was ultimately tried in New York, but was acquitted. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burr-Hamilton_duel Sun, 31 May 2009 01:09:33 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6655648 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6655622 My computer got a virus that wiped everything off my hard drive,like my resume. If I was to get a background check on myself would it tell me my employers info and the dates I worked there? Due to everything being taxed shouldn't it be under my SSN<br /><br />No, your credit reports will not list your entire employment history. Generally the three major bureaus only have a record of your most recent employers, and that information is not always correct, if it is there at all. The I.R.S. does not report the taxes you pay to the bureaus. Of... Sun, 31 May 2009 01:02:20 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6655622 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6646335 My daugher has asthma and has been getting worse and doctor wont sign fmla paperwork even though in the last week her school has called me at work 2 times because shes had asthma attacks. What can I do? is doctor required by law to sign the paperwork?<br /><br />Your daughter&#039;s doctor is not required to assist you in obtaining a leave of absence from work under the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act. It seems that in his or her medical judgment, your daughter&#039;s condition does not warrant you taking a leave of absence to care for her.... Sat, 30 May 2009 01:52:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6646335 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6646214 What is the difference between "living will" and "family trust"? Do you have one?<br /><br />A &quot;living will&quot; is a written advance directive you can use to express your wishes concerning the extent of the health care measures you want taken in the event you become terminally ill and unable to express those wishes yourself. For example, you can direct that you do not want to be... Sat, 30 May 2009 01:12:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6646214 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6646049 Can anyone give me the ORS that defines a weapon. Not a firearm greer6085@comcast.net<br /><br />Assuming that &quot;ORS&quot; as used in your question is an acronym for the Oregon Revised Statutes, the general definitions for a &quot;dangerous&quot; or &quot;deadly&quot; weapon is in Volume 4, Section 161.015, which states: &quot; 161.015 General definitions. As used in chapter 743,... Sat, 30 May 2009 00:37:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6646049 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6645909 My brother passed in February- he was found with a bullet in the back of his head, the police ruled it 'suicide' and closed the case. My family and I believe this was a homicide- how do we proceed?<br /><br />Given the nature of your brother&#039;s death, I would assume that an autopsy was performed in addition to some sort of a police investigation to determine both the cause and the manner of his death. The &quot;cause&quot; of death is a medical conclusion (i.e., &quot;cardiac arrest&quot;), while... Sat, 30 May 2009 00:10:53 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6645909 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6645793 After 3yrs of service I was 100% vested in my 401k on employer contributions. My statement ending 12/31/08 is 100% vested. My statement ending 3/31/09 is 0%. Can employer change vested percent once I am 100% vested<br /><br />I cannot give you a substantive answer based upon the information you&#039;ve provided, other than to note that an employer generally can change terms and conditions relating to matching contributions it makes to a 401k account. I suggest you contact either your human resources department or the... Fri, 29 May 2009 23:50:59 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/6645793 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5421129 Can we take a driving test (for driving license) with a rental car?<br /><br />According to the Arizona Driver&#039;s Manual, there does not appear to be a requirement that you own the vehicle you take the road test in, provided that: (1) the car is in good operating condition and has current registration, plate and tab; and (2) that you have current automobile liability... Sat, 31 Jan 2009 20:46:35 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5421129 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5343135 If you are driving on a split highway (with a median separating traffic going in opposite directions) and an ambulance or cop car comes down the opposite side (other side of the median), are you required to stop for them?<br /><br />The Michigan Vehicle Code requires that other vehicles must &quot;immediately yield the right of way&quot; and pull to the right &quot;upon the immediate approach&quot; of a lit up emergency vehicle.... Sun, 25 Jan 2009 14:52:01 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5343135 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5342814 I am a cook and my chef not only cursed at me in front of the entire kitchen,but also yelled out loud how much money I make and told everyone I was not worth what he is paying me.Do I have a legal case?<br /><br />Not based upon the facts you&#039;ve presented. Being rude and unprofessional (in and of itself) is not an unlawful employment practice (at least not in the U.S.), and as such could not support a claim for damages in a civil lawsuit, unless you are being singled out for this treatment due to your... Sun, 25 Jan 2009 14:20:17 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5342814 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5332792 I was told that i was not able to put my name on the birt certificate because the women was merried but i have a child support order she was borning in georgia in my order is and indianapolis<br /><br />In most states in the U.S., a child born to a married woman is presumed also to be the child of the woman&#039;s husband, so only the husband&#039;s name will be permitted on the birth certificate. Your Indiana child support order does not really mean anything to the state of Georgia in and... Sat, 24 Jan 2009 15:50:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5332792 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5300021 Has the Supreme Court ever said that "anchor babies" are citizens?<br /><br />The Supreme Court does not have to say that children born in the U.S. are citizens, since the plain language of the 14th Amendment quite clearly establishes this all by itself: &#039;All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of... Wed, 21 Jan 2009 23:48:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5300021 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5274076 How does a mermaid use the bathroom?<br /><br />Mermaids don&#039;t have to use the restroom, because they&#039;re IMAGINARY. Elmo doesn&#039;t have to go, either, but at some point they&#039;ll probably come out with a &quot;Pee-with-me-Elmo&quot; doll anyway. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 23:02:46 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5274076 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5274002 Is unsifted powdered sugar, just confectioners sugar?<br /><br />Powdered sugar and confectioner&#039;s sugar are the same thing. &quot;Unsifted&quot; simply means that the sugar has not been put through a sifting screen; it doesn&#039;t change what type of sugar it is. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:51:23 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5274002 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5273942 Someone told me ,we need to oil nonstick pans before first use.I never heard about it and never did it.Before first use I just wash nonstick pans with soap and water.need suggestion please.<br /><br />Although I&#039;m familiar with oiling a cast iron pan to &quot;season&quot; it, I&#039;ve never heard of oiling a non-stick pan. More importantly, a major manufacturer of non-stick pans doesn&#039;t suggest it: http://www.calphalon.com/calphalon/consumer/jhtml/nonstick.jhtml Seems to me... Mon, 19 Jan 2009 22:42:36 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5273942 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5226303 How many amendments are in ohio's constitution up to this point?<br /><br />Ohio&#039;s constitution does not have enumerated amendments (e.g., First Amendment, Second Amendment, etc.) in the fashion of the U.S. Constitution. Instead,if a provision in the Ohio constitution is added, revised, or repealed, this change occurs in the text of the various Articles contained in... Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:09:40 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5226303 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5193207 If my friend is representing me at court do i need to go too? Or can I have the court date post poned due to ilnness im heavily pregnant and cant hanbdle this right now!<br /><br />The only way someone else can represent you in court is if that person is an attorney. Even so, whether you still need to be present depends on the type of court appearance. Since you do not state whether this is a civil or criminal proceeding, or what type of court hearing is pending, no one can... Tue, 13 Jan 2009 06:53:27 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5193207 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5190725 My mother has poa over my grandmother & wants to put her in a nursing home & sell grandmas house. grandma has a stable mind & wants to stay in her house, is there anything I can do to stop my mother?<br /><br />If your grandmother granted your mother a &quot;general&quot; or &quot;special&quot; power of attorney then all she has to do is revoke it by preparing a &quot;revocation of power of attorney&quot; form. I would recommend having this document notarized and recorded, if possible. If, however, your... Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:48:57 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5190725 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5190630 When someone dies, and one beneficiary is the executor with a larger account, and one beneficiary is the son or daughter of the deceased, which accounts are bill debts paid from?<br /><br />Payment for the debts of the deceased come from the bank accounts or liquidation of other property belonging to the deceased at his or her death. They are not paid from the personal accounts of either the executor/personal representative or any of the beneficiaries. The job of the executor is... Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:36:39 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5190630 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5190540 If i wanted to create something with mickey mouse on it (or a famous childrens character) can i do so and sell it? I am a small time wood crafter and periodically create disney characters. clearly not implyed product is produced or endorced by disney.<br /><br />You can only legally sell a product with a copyrighted image if you first receive permission from the copyright holder to do so, i.e., you must obtain a license. Simply put, the purpose of a copyright is to prevent anyone but the owner from using, disseminating, or profiting from the material. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:24:11 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5190540 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5181390 Has anyone claimed malpractice on a vet before? My friends dog was killed while getting a routine teeth cleaning and this unfortunate event is screaming negligence!<br /><br />Yes, there is such a claim as &quot;veterinary malpractice,&quot; and there are even attorneys that specialize in animal law. Like any claim for professional negligence, however, a claim against a veterinarian would have to be supported by expert testimony from another veterinarian to establish... Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:22:13 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5181390 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5181256 If a child is born with birth defects and the parents divorce, can the mother sue the father for monetary gain if the cause of the defect is a gene that the fathers family carries?<br /><br />Short answer: No. There have been a few recognized cases of &quot;wrongful birth&quot; in the U.S., but they have all been brought against physicians who allegedly failed to inform the potential parents of a severe defect in their unborn baby, thereby denying the parents the opportunity to... Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:07:49 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5181256 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5136270 Does a vegetarian restaurant discriminate against meat eaters by not serving meat dishes?<br /><br />It may be classified as discrimination, but it is not illegal discrimation. Neither &quot;meat eaters&quot; or &quot;vegetarians&quot; are a &quot;protected class&quot; under any U.S. or state constitutional or statutory provisions. Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:37:04 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5136270 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5136222 My rights werent read do i beat the case<br /><br />I wouldn&#039;t count on it. The &quot;Miranda&quot; warnings must only be given prior to &quot;custodial interrogation,&quot; which is police questioning when it is clear you are not free to leave. Accordingly, if you were (1) not in police custody at the time of questioning; (2) not questioned... Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:32:41 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/5136222 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4469518 Does a beneficiary become the grantor? I am not sure if I was listed as a beneficiary to begin with but when the grantor dies, does the next beneficiary become the grantor?<br /><br />Your question is only answerable in the most general terms since it does not provide any facts. In general, a &quot;beneficiary&quot; is the intended recipient of benefits or property from someone or something, such as a trust, estate, or insurance policy. A &quot;grantor&quot; is one who gives,... Sun, 02 Nov 2008 18:15:59 -0800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4469518 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4253418 CAN YOU GET FULLY COMPREHENSIVE FOR A CAR YOU DONT OWN AND WHICH IS OWN MY YOUR WIFE WITHOUT YOU LEGALLY OWNING THE CAR?<br /><br />Most auto insurance companies require that the person obtaining the insurance on a vehicle have an &quot;insurable interest&quot; in the car, which means you must be an owner or have some lien on the title. The purpose of this requirement is to prevent fraud, such as taking out a large policy on... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:41:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4253418 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4253331 I am 19 and live with my grandmother. I have always been careful to be sure that my credit has been good. Mom used my ssn and it's now in collections in my name. Other than have her arrested,what can I do??<br /><br />The federal statute known as &quot;FACTA&quot; (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act) provides some help to victims (or potential victims) of identity theft, including: (1) allowing you to obtain free copies of your credit reports; (2) placing a free &quot;fraud alert&quot; on your credit... Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:27:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/4253331 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3598845 Are the cops harassing DMX? Or is he just really unlawful and unlucky? He's been arrested six times in the last three months.<br /><br />Earl Simmons is a scumbag, and scumbags have a way of ending up on law enforcement&#039;s radar. Look up the stories about him: prior convictions for animal cruelty (keeping dogs in cages to the point they became deformed), pending charges for animal cruelty (dozens of dead and starving fighting... Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:50:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3598845 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3555063 I live in a condominium and my lease was up from from march, i was not given another lease to sign, i still paid my rent on time, i am now moving into house, do i need to give my landlord any notice since i have a lease or an agreement to pay monthly<br /><br />In most states, upon the expiration of a written lease the tenancy automatically defaults to a month-to-month term. Typically this means that either the landlord or the tenant must provide a minimum of 30 days&#039; notice to terminate the tenancy. The specific requirements for your state may... Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:24:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3555063 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3297997 If we have seperation of church and state, why does one have to swear upon the bible in court? what if you refuse?<br /><br />I&#039;m not aware of any jurisdiction in the U.S. that requires the use of a bible in its courts. Typically a witness is only required to raise his right hand and swear (or affirm) that he will testify truthfully; no bible or other book is involved. Sat, 21 Jun 2008 19:23:14 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3297997 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3297886 Form asked:were you ever indicted... Not sure how to answer. I was a cross or maybe codefendant (parttime salesman for company selling unregistered securities). (US District Court Civil) Plantiff atty told me to pay $2000, he would release me, he did.<br /><br />From the information you&#039;ve provided, it sounds as though you were a defendant in a civil action (lawsuit), and not a defendant in a criminal prosecution. Indictments only occur in criminal proceedings, so you were not indicted. Sat, 21 Jun 2008 19:09:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3297886 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3105359 How do I get a summary suspension removed for a case in which i was not charged with anything but refused a bac. and received a 3 year summarry suspension because i did not appeal it? It is in Illinois.<br /><br />Illinois, like most states, has a law that provides for the automatic suspension of a driver&#039;s license of a driver who refuses a chemical test for drugs or alcohol. (See Illinois Vehicle Code sec. 11-501.1). According to the law, your &quot;summary suspension&quot; will only be lifted upon... Thu, 29 May 2008 23:38:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3105359 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3090044 If you have a joint account with a boyfriend can it be closed without your signature. Is it legal to remove all the money from this account.<br /><br />Either party to a joint account has the right to access all the proceeds within that account. As such, one party can &quot;wipe out&quot; the proceeds without the consent of the other. This is precisely why you should never have a joint account with someone to whom you are not married (or have... Wed, 28 May 2008 11:16:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3090044 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3001900 Can an emploer hold a paycheck due to not signing a paper saying you quit when you already wrote one out?<br /><br />No, an employer does not have the right to withhold a paycheck for money earned, irrespective of whether you quit or were involuntarily terminated, and you cannot be forced to sign any waiver in order to receive your pay. Sat, 17 May 2008 12:43:48 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/3001900 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2998718 I was exiting off of the 91 express lanes in california and the sign that was posted said "carpool lane to the left, fast track ok" so i stayed in the carpool lane. i recieved a ticket for driving in the carpool lane about 6 miles later. can i fight this.<br /><br />&quot;FasTrak&quot; is a program in California wherein you can sign up to pay for the right to drive in the carpool lane. You purchase an electronic card that automatically debits your account when you pass certain checkpoints. I have no idea how you think the &quot;FasTrak OK&quot; sign entitled... Fri, 16 May 2008 23:41:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2998718 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996714 If i am terminated as a saleried employee only because the company wants to go in a different direction and there was no wrong doing on my behalf and it is the middle of the year do they have to pay me my salary for the rest of that year.<br /><br />In the absence of an employment agreement that provides for this occurrence, my understanding is that you would be entitled to a pro-rated amount of your salary for the current pay period. In other words, assuming you are paid every two weeks (10 working days), if you are terminated on the first... Fri, 16 May 2008 17:39:28 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996714 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996561 Was the California Supreme Court right to allow gay marriage?<br /><br />The Court did not &quot;allow&quot; gay marriage. What they did -- correctly, in my view -- is strike down a voter initiative that purported to limit the right to marry to heterosexual couples. California&#039;s Constitution (unlike many other states) expressly forbids discrimination based upon... Fri, 16 May 2008 17:15:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996561 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996508 I am planning to buy a new car in California. But I may need to move permanently to Arizona within the next 3-4 weeks. Is it very expensive (or a lot of hassle) to transfer the registration to Arizona?<br /><br />Transferring title and registration is a simple process. The only problem with buying a car in California and then immediately transferring your title and registration to Arizona is that you will be paying for the same year&#039;s registration twice. Since both California and Arizona base part... Fri, 16 May 2008 17:05:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996508 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996473 Do you think Supreme Courts should make law or interpret it?<br /><br />I believe your question is overly simplistic. The most important job of an appellate court is to determine whether a law or other government action is constitutional, i.e., is in conformity with the highest law of the land. Accordingly, by striking down a law determined to be unconstitutional,... Fri, 16 May 2008 16:59:17 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2996473 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2995279 Is it llegal to drive with white neon lights under your car in california? i understand red and blue is illegal.<br /><br />According to California Vehicle Code Section 25102, it is legal to have decorative lights on the side of a vehicle provided they meet the following criteria: &quot;[A]ny motor vehicle may be equipped with lamps on the sides thereof, visible from the side of the vehicle but not from the front... Fri, 16 May 2008 13:29:06 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2995279 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2995002 What does 1.9 bac constitute in NJ<br /><br />I can only presume that you intended to type &quot;.19&quot; instead of &quot;1.9&quot;, because Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is a percentage, with 1.0 being the equivalent of 1%. Under Florida law, anyone caught driving with a BAC of .08 or greater is presumed to be driving under the... Fri, 16 May 2008 12:51:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2995002 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2987062 If a couple files for divorce, but prior to the divorce being final the male purchases a home, can the woman still make any claim to the house?<br /><br />I don&#039;t know where your live, but in a community property state, any property purchased with community assets is owned equally by both parties to the marriage. As such, a home purchased during the marriage (even after divorce is filed) will likely be presumed to have been purchased with... Thu, 15 May 2008 12:44:44 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2987062 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2987022 How do I get my name off a vehicle my ex-wife took from our divorce? I am the primary on a truck my ex has. She had failed to make 9 payments which as dropped my credit so low that I can't even get approved for a car loan for my new family.<br /><br />Your divorce decree should spell out that your ex-wife was awarded both the car and all financial responsibilities for it. Obtain several certified copies of your decree from the court records office and send it along with correspondence explaining the situation to the car lender and the 3 credit... Thu, 15 May 2008 12:38:47 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2987022 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2979243 My 13y/o son was horseplaying at school with a bunch of other boys. My son playfully pushed his friend and the boy fell and cut his head he had to have some stitches. The parents may ask me to cover the medical bills. Am I liable, they were playing around<br /><br />Your responsibility depends on which state you live in. Some states hold parents strictly liable for damages caused by the negligence of their minor children, while others do not in the absence of some negligence by the parent. In addition, it&#039;s possible that your son&#039;s &quot;playful... Wed, 14 May 2008 13:24:25 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2979243 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2978471 What is Louisianna's equivalent to a Qiuck Claim Deed?<br /><br />I assume you mean &quot;quitclaim&quot; deed, rather than &quot;quick-claim&quot; (which doesn&#039;t exist). If so, as far as I can tell, the quitclaim deed -- which does not warrant good title, but simply transfers whatever rights the transferor has in real property to another -- exists in... Wed, 14 May 2008 11:53:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2978471 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2978370 I hope someone has the answer to this question, I have researched until I can hardly see. If a death certificate has the manner of death as "undetermined" how can I challenge this. It clearly should be "accidental". all help greatly appreciated.<br /><br />I understand that your concern regarding the death certificate&#039;s &quot;undetermined&quot; manner of death is due to the insurance company&#039;s denial of death benefits on the basis that it may have been the result of suicide. If so, your best option does not involve attempting to change... Wed, 14 May 2008 11:38:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2978370 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2972049 In Texas can a credit card company freeze your bank account if you don't pay them, also can they put a lien or judgement on property?<br /><br />If your credit card is with the same bank as your bank account, then generally the bank will be able to freeze (or deduct the money from) your bank account for amounts owed on the credit card. This provision is usually in the tiny print on the terms of the credit card agreement and/or your bank... Tue, 13 May 2008 15:49:58 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2972049 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2971984 My name is on a car i purchased for my daughter. the car is paid for. i want to put the car in my daughter's name, but have my name on it just in case my daughter can't pay the car insurance, has an accident, etc.<br /><br />Simply transfer the title solely to your daughter. Contact your state&#039;s motor vehicle department (or visit its website) for instructions. Tue, 13 May 2008 15:41:08 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2971984 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2944502 I am considering filing chapter 7. If I do this will i lose my home.<br /><br />Both the Bankruptcy Code and individual state laws allow for certain property to be exempt from liquidation during bankruptcy. Whether your home would be exempt, however, cannot be determined with what little information you have provided. I would recommend that you seek the advice of a... Fri, 09 May 2008 16:34:52 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2944502 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2944469 I am considering filing chapter 7. If I do this will i lose my home.<br /><br />[Double post.] Fri, 09 May 2008 16:26:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2944469 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2944454 I am considering filing chapter 7. If I do this will i lose my home.<br /><br />[Nothing to see here. AB froze and then re-posted same answer.] Fri, 09 May 2008 16:24:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2944454 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2942080 Defendant has stated in private that a sum of money was transferred to another person to avoid discovery and that an attorney was aware of this. In TN, w/subvertion, can attorney client privilege be used by defendant to keep this secret.<br /><br />Attorney-client privilege may prevent the defendant&#039;s attorney from discussing the transaction, but it will not stop anyone from being able to force the defendant himself to testify, under oath, concerning the matter, nor will it prevent the successful issuance of a subpoena (to a third... Fri, 09 May 2008 10:47:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2942080 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2941555 If I am greencard holder, can I sponsor a E1 or E2 visa applicant?<br /><br />I don&#039;t see any indication that either a Treaty Investor visa (E-2) or a Treaty Trader visa (E-1) has any sponsorship provisions at all. The applicant himself must provide the evidence necessary to qualify for the visa: http://www.path2usa.com/immigration/visacategory/evisa.htm Fri, 09 May 2008 09:32:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2941555 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2935441 In San Diego Superior Court my wife filed for divorce 2/14/08. I was served & responded timely. She did not file "Proof of Service". Can I: Quash he summons? Motion for dismissal? If she never files proof, does the case move fwd or remain inactive?<br /><br />The court will send your wife a notice re her failure to file a proof of service, which she will probably cure promptly. Then the case will be made active and other dates will be assigned by the court. Thu, 08 May 2008 13:02:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2935441 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928921 My 74 year old mother wants to change her goverment bonds to cash, how does she do it?<br /><br />Not sure what kind of &quot;government bonds&quot; you&#039;re referring to, but here are instructions for redeeming U.S. Treasury bills and notes: http://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/research/indepth/tbills/res_tbill_sell.htm. Cashing U.S. Savings Bond is even simpler, as almost any bank... Wed, 07 May 2008 17:10:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928921 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928863 If, as I heard on TV last night, Obama wins the Dem. nomination & picks Hillary to be his VP. will she be able to do something as VP for gay marriage?<br /><br />Unlikely, since marriage -- laws, eligibility, etc. -- falls under the purview of the States rather than the federal government. Wed, 07 May 2008 17:02:15 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928863 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928839 What is the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, its significance, and what does it state?<br /><br />This was the treaty signed in 1848 to end the Mexican-American War. It&#039;s most significant provision (to the U.S.) was that Mexico ceded most of what is now the Southwestern United States in exchange for $15 million. Here&#039;s more: http://www.loc.gov/rr/hispanic/ghtreaty/ Wed, 07 May 2008 16:59:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928839 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928744 I took a job out of state,had to break lease,got nasty letter demanding two months of rent they lost or will send to credit bureaus.Apt. complex was not a safe place either, lots of theft.What are my rights?<br /><br />Since you admit that you broke your lease due to a new job, the fact that your apartment was not safe is not going to be of any help to you. What the landlord is entitled to is the amount of rent he/she has lost due to not having a tenant in the unit, provided he has tried to locate another... Wed, 07 May 2008 16:47:46 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2928744 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2914589 Can your old landlord legally come knocking on your "new door" asking for money they feel is from damages from your old property. and change the amounts and charge interest. He did send it to small claims thats pending<br /><br />A former landlord can certainly make a claim for damages that you may have done to the property during your tenancy, provided he or she submitted an itemized list of the alleged damage and cost of repair within the time specified by your state&#039;s Landlord-Tenant Act. (You&#039;ll need to look... Mon, 05 May 2008 21:03:57 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2914589 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2914558 I did not do my taxes for 06. I got an extension until 10/06. Didn't do them. I actually forgot. Found to be ADHD in June 06. I then started meds (Strattera) and they are being adjusted. Now its 06 AND 07 taxes. What should I be afraid of?<br /><br />The IRS is not going to come knocking on your door due to your failure to file an income tax return for the past couple of years. Instead, they&#039;ll likely send you a letter that estimates what your income was for those periods (usually an amount higher than you actually earned) and claims you... Mon, 05 May 2008 20:57:43 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2914558 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2912813 I want to be a lawyer when I grow up is there anything special I should do for high school to be a better lawyer?<br /><br />Take as many writing/English courses as you can. The best lawyers (and judges) are those who can clearly and concisely communicate their ideas. It is amazing how many lawyers are terrible writers...don&#039;t be one of them. Mon, 05 May 2008 16:50:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2912813 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911287 When filing for annulment due to fraud in CA, do you have to disclose the type of fraud?<br /><br />The Petition itself does not require a disclosure concerning the particular type of fraud alleged, but if the annulment is contested you will likely have to provide evidence of the alleged fraud to the court. Here&#039;s a link to the California Court&#039;s self-help page which can provide more... Mon, 05 May 2008 13:11:40 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911287 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911219 I built a fence on my property line. Neighbors decided to connect (wing runs from their house, connects to the fence I paid for). They wont help pay for the cost of the shared length of fence on the property line. Legally, is there anything I can do?<br /><br />No, unless you built the fence after first making a cost-sharing agreement with the neighbors. You cannot impose such a liability upon them after the fact, even though they will likely benefit from the existence of the fence. Mon, 05 May 2008 13:02:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911219 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911194 Can someone tell me how many times the Mickelbergs appealed and in what courts<br /><br />I have no personal knowledge, but if this article is to be believed, the accused robbers were ultimately vindicated in 2004 by the West Australian Supreme Court of Criminal Appeal on their eighth attempt at an appeal of their conviction: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/07/02/1088488142902.html Mon, 05 May 2008 12:59:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2911194 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2910550 What would be a good thing to put on an old wooden cutting board that is drying out? (it was my mom's so I don't want to replace it)<br /><br />I wouldn&#039;t use linseed oil on a surface designed for food use due to its odor; I&#039;m also not sure it&#039;s food-safe. Better to use a food-safe mineral oil, as it doesn&#039;t have an odor or taste and will not go rancid. You could also use a food-safe lacquer (shellac) or varnish... Mon, 05 May 2008 11:18:18 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2910550 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2889466 Is the Hartz flea and tick prevention sold in grocery stores as effective as Frontline?<br /><br />From my experience, Hartz and other cheaper brands are much more likely to cause pain and skin irritation on my cats, so I think it&#039;s well worth it to use a better product like Frontline, which has never caused any issues for the kitties, and lasts longer. Fri, 02 May 2008 14:48:13 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2889466 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2888353 A journalist from Sudan has just been released from Guatanamo after being held for 6 years without charge or trial. When will this hell hole be closed?<br /><br />It will be closed after the U.S. undergoes &quot;regime change.&quot; Thankfully this will be happening soon. Fri, 02 May 2008 12:39:45 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2888353 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2888126 Can you legally find out if your wife has had an abortion?<br /><br />Sure ... you can ask her. Her medical records are private, though. Fri, 02 May 2008 12:04:31 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2888126 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2888086 My roomate was talking about me behind my back, when I found out came back in the room and told her in a very firm voice if she has somthing to say say it to my face is that wrong? Seems like everyone is turning it on me because she cried and I didnt....<br /><br />Such concern regarding this &quot;talking behind one&#039;s back&quot; is the height of immaturity. People TALK to one another, for crying out loud, and are entitled to speak on whatever subject they choose -- including other people. If your friends are upset with you, it&#039;s not because... Fri, 02 May 2008 11:58:50 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2888086 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2887213 With the First Amendment in place, how are libel and slander laws able to be enforced?<br /><br />The First Amendment protects one against most government action that would infringe upon the right to free speech. It does not provide blanket protection from having to pay for the consequences of that speech. In that same sense, the 2nd Amendment&#039;s protection of the right to bear arms does... Fri, 02 May 2008 10:11:02 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2887213 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2881556 If you had a chance to become a vampire would you?<br /><br />Nope. The sight of blood makes me woozy, and only being able to go out at night would be depressing. Thu, 01 May 2008 14:34:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2881556 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2874706 I was never paid a pay check from 2007, Ive called all sorts of ppl conerning this matter,and I keep gettig thron furter away it seems, I cant afford to sue and the company that still ows me was boughtout what ca I do?<br /><br />First, I would file a complaint with the Wage and Hour Division of your state&#039;s Labor Department (or equivalent). You should then file a small claims lawsuit against the successor company, since Small Claims courts are designed for people without lawyers. Small claims jurisdiction varies... Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:41:04 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2874706 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2873800 How can a middle class person get medical assistance in Calif w/o insurance? We are neither rich nor poor. My wife was between jobs, escrow officer, with no insurance. She was hit head on by an unsafe driver and we cannot get help. Any ideas?<br /><br />Please contact the Health Care Alliance at http://healthconsumer.org/. Hopefully they can provide some helpful information. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:46:05 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2873800 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2873742 I was suspended from my job with no pay, while they investigate. not a criminal matter, doesnt this deny me due process of law?<br /><br />The &quot;due process&quot; protection provided by the U.S. Constitution only applies to actions by governmental entities, not to private employers. So, although your employer may be acting unfairly, it is not a violation of your rights to due process. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:39:09 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2873742 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2857008 What type of Lawyer was Rumpole?<br /><br />Horace Rumpole -- the lead character from the British &quot;Rumpole of the Bailey&quot; television show -- was a criminal law barrister. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:07:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2857008 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833952 A man was released tonight after having been wrongfully imprisoned for 26 yrs. 2 lawyers, stating they were ethically bound, knew this to be wrongful and did nothing. were they good lawyers? heinous people? both?<br /><br />The attorneys couldn&#039;t help the guy. They represented a man who confessed the crime to them, and as such were bound by attorney-client privilege. Our justice system is imperfect; if anything, the problem was with the alleged witnesses and possibly the police work. The attorneys did nothing... Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:10:29 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833952 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833888 We both agree to divorce and have lived seperate lives for about a year, we still share a house kids and business but not bed. if the reasons for divorce do not apply to us what do we do we dont want to change anything other than the fact we are married<br /><br />&quot;Living separate lives&quot; is a perfectly good reason for a divorce. Divorce will only change your legal status, not your relationship. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:03:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833888 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833872 What do you think about a convicted murderer who gets a settlement for having consentual sex with a guard?<br /><br />In light of the imbalance of power in the prison guard/inmate relationship, I find it questionable that any sex between the two is truly &quot;consensual&quot;. Lack of violence is not an indicator of consent, and many inmates (particularly female) would recognize that failing to do what a guard... Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:01:10 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833872 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833835 Workmans comp laws in tennessee<br /><br />Here&#039;s a good place to start your research: http://www.state.tn.us/labor-wfd/wcomp.html Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:56:41 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833835 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833804 I was fired today. 3 weeks ago I told my employer that I would have an operation soon. My work record is perfect. My boss has made comments about my age (58).<br /><br />Please seek a consultation with an employment law attorney in your area as soon as possible. Since you are over the age of 40, unless your former employer can show some legitimate reason for retaining the younger employees over you, you may have a claim for age discrimination. In addition, make... Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:51:55 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833804 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833771 If I cosign on a loan and the individule does not pay, I know I am obligated to pay the loan, but do I have any leagle recourse against him?<br /><br />Of course you can. Once you pay off the originating loan agency, you now own the debt that you co-signed for and can sue the person for whom you co-signed, just as the originating loan company could. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:46:11 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833771 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833745 I want a divorce, for unreconcileable differences. We have not been together for at least 2 years. My wife lives in Idaho, I have lived in Kansas for a year. Can I file here? She says she will contest it. Will I have to go to Idaho to fight it?<br /><br />Under Kansas law, you can file for divorce in Kansas provided you have been a resident there at least 60 days prior to the filing of the proceeding. Your spouse does not have to be a resident of Kansas for the court to have jurisdiction over the matter; only one spouse needs to be a Kansas... Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:40:00 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2833745 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2820049 Who is wrong? I' ve got a friend who often stops by w/o calling, if she does call & doesn't get an answer she still comes thinking I will get message and be available. She says a friend's door is always open. I say a friend shows the courtesy to ask.<br /><br />Your friend is wrong and tremendously self-centered. I believe a real friend would have concern for your wishes and an understanding of boundaries. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:47:07 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2820049 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2819696 How would a plaintiff’s attorney establish that your organization was “on notice” for security deficiencies?<br /><br />Most commonly such proof -- if any -- would take the form of prior violent or criminal occurrences that would tend to show the need for better security measures. This does not, in and of itself, prove any claims of negligence based upon &quot;inadequate security measures&quot;, but it is part of... Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:57:36 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2819696 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2819638 Have you ever tasted blood? What does it taste like?<br /><br />I&#039;ve only tasted my own blood -- seems metallic to me. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:50:21 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2819638 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2818425 What are three responsibilities that states have been given by the U.S. Constitution?<br /><br />According to the 10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: &quot;The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people.&quot; As such, the Constitution actually reserves most powers for the... Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:12:30 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2818425 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2818208 My mother has been in the US for 4 years. Can I sponsor her as a green card holder or do I have to wait until I am a US citizen?<br /><br />A sponsoring family member does not have to be a citizen of the U.S., but must be a lawful permanent resident:... Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:44:22 -0700 http://www.answerbag.com/a_view/2818208