I was charged in the UK with possession of a false instrument (a fake ID) under section 3 of the Forgery and Counterfeiting Act of 1983. The offence is a hybrid offence, meaning it could be charged summarily with a maximum penalty of 6 months or on indictment with a maximum of 10 years. I was convicted summarily and received a 2-month suspended sentence. As the crime could have been charged either way, am I eligible for the petty offense exemption rule for US immigration purposes?

January 12th, 2024

I have a child and my father gave permission for the passport, but now opposes international travel. The airlines stated a letter of consent isn't needed. Can he cause a legal issue for me if I travel with the child? I am in Florida, traveling to the Dominican Republic. We've never lived together, and there's no court parenting plan.

March 17th, 2024

I have a debt collector threatening to put a lien on real property, but I have no property or assets. The attorney added an additional thousand dollars for legal fees to a debt that is almost paid off. How do I fight this situation and the additional fee, and can I dispute or challenge this in court?

June 6th, 2024

My 15-year-old daughter admitted herself to the ER due to a suicide attempt. She has been waiting for an inpatient placement for three days without success. She wants to leave and get help outside the hospital, but the ER staff won't let her. What can I do to get her out and ensure she receives the necessary help?

May 4th, 2024

I am a nurse practitioner with full practice authority in Florida, planning to start a sole proprietorship. I will be working a few days a week doing phone consults, virtual sessions, and occasional house calls, all on a cash-only 'fee for service' basis. What is the best type of business structure to reduce risk, protect personal assets, and what type of malpractice insurance should I obtain for my needs?

October 14th, 2023