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Hi, I was wondering what does it take for me to “fight” for my mother’s papers?

I’m a 20-years-old girl, she had me and my siblings in US territory, then she took us to her home country when we were still babies. Now that we are all grown ups, we’d like to start the process so she can come with us whenever she wants to. I’d like to know the process and an estimate how how much we might spend.

How do I navigate complex CH. 13 issues when attorney will not assist?

I just recently had my BK 13 case confirmed, but I have a few issues. I do have an attorney, but they refuse to assist in a way I am satisified with..

How do I remove my name from my ex-wife's mortgage?

My husband was previously married in OH. His divorce was final in 2012. His divorce ordered his ex wife to refinance the house into her name alone an

I am considering filing a Chap 7 bankruptcy

I have accumulated about 32,000 in credit card and loan debt. This was due to various reasons and a circumstance beyond my control. I do own a home, a

Is this a case of age discrimination?

My company carried out a huge lay off, impacting thousand for people. They cut 10% of the staff. Looking over the OWBPA list of my department, close

Marriage based green card case question

I am a U.S. citizen and my fiancée is from New Zealand. She is currently in the United States on a work visa for an entertainment‑related position. Sh

The defendant in my case just lost their demurrer and motion to strike.

Are they likely to file summary judgement? This is a sexual battery case with a corporate defendant. I worked at a bar they owned where I was constant

What can I do about negligence in the jail

I complain of chest pains to an officer while I was incarcerated but they didn't give me any medical attention didn't take my vitals or anything so so

What can I do to get compensated from a cat bit ? How much money can I get when I am now paranoid

I was outside in my boyfriend truck I got out and went to my jeep to get coupons out and took them back to his vehicle to show him and then went to pu

What to do?

A year ago on April 4th 2025, I had a surgery for hysterectomy. Had pain on my left side to the back after, but my pain increased this past few months

Can another person be added to a debt judgment that is 10 years old?

I have a judgement from 2010, 3 months ago they did a search and found a have a joint checking account with my son, it was a custodial account. Now he

If plaintiff loses the case in small court, can you relitigate it in the district or superior court?

If plaintiff lose the case in the small court, the appeal is not allowed. But can you relitigate the same claim in the district court without res jud

Inactive case status

Yes I have a inactive case status with a disposition date of 8/29/2013 I was in the ard program for theft by deception back in 2013 my probation officer knew I couldn’t stay in pa at the time because I was pregnant and homeless at the time and had no where to stay in pa at the time so he knew I was leaving we had a face to face conversation then I left I didn’t get no notices or anything then I go to apply for a job and I looked on the docket it says active bench warrant back in 2013 with a disposition date under it of 8/29/[redacted-address] summary page the docket says inactive status and disposition date of 8/29/[redacted-address] was in Nov of 2013 no updates no nothing since 2013 the case is 12 years old now I’m trying to work and resolve this I need advice I talked to a lawyer quickly yesterday online but they couldn’t help but he did say the case could be Dismissed it could Be something with ard but regardless it could be dismissed

My almost 2 years old dog got attacked by my unleashed neighbor dog. What do I do?

I'm a first time dog owner. I took my dog on a leash in front of my house to pee, like a have been doing for almost 2 years. My recent move in neighbo

Does the city have the right to take everything out of my yard without my permission?

We had a fire in December of last year we had to leave everything there in the house and outside. We plan to get it all once the weather got warmer wh

Florida divorce question: mortgage is only in my name, but both spouses are on deed

Florida divorce question: mortgage is only in my name, but both spouses are on deed. House has about $699K mortgage, $78K solar loan, and may have lit

Green Card

My friend, who is a 46-year-old U.S. citizen living in Arkansas, is planning to marry her 27-year-old fiancé who is currently in the U.S. on an F-1 visa. His visa is in good standing but will expire in about three months. They are concerned about potential complications due to their age difference. Currently, they are living together and working on joint bank accounts. He has all his visa documentation in order, and she has all necessary proofs of U.S. citizenship. What steps should they take to ensure a successful green card application after marriage?

How long uscis takes to make final decision after interview?

i130 was filed under f2b in 2016 (mother is green card holder) and I filed i485 when i was on f1 status in 2022. Since 2024 i am on h1b. I completed.

Why is the lender filing motions against me if I no longer own the property & debt was discharged?

This is a tricky one counselors. Had chapter 7 discharged in 2022. The first mortgage (550k) & HOAs (200k) were discharged.

How does a car accident work during chapter 7 bankruptcy?

I had my 341 meeting last Friday and was in a major car accident that following Monday (0% at fault). I had not signed a reaffirmation yet. Insurance.