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Q: Can a probationer cause hardship to children without violating probation?
I am dealing with a situation where my ex-partner, who is on felony probation in Florida, is financially exploiting the system and causing hardship for our minor children. Specifically, he has claimed a child care credit of $1,300 but stopped providing financial support for child care since October... View More 
Jack Ruffin Hunt
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answered on Jul 21, 2026
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answered on Jul 21, 2026
Based on the information provided I would say it is unlikely that this would constitute a violation of probation.
A violation of probation in Florida requires proof that the probationer willfully and substantially violated a specific condition of their probation.
Unless the order... View More
Q: What can I do about an undisclosed easement on my property in Ohio?
I recently purchased a piece of property in New London, Ohio, and discovered there's a previously undisclosed easement that stretches the whole length of my property and extends 22 feet forward. This easement was not visible nor disclosed by the seller or real estate agent. I haven't... View More
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
This question doesn't describe whether this is a residential property or commercial . Regardless even in residential property transactions there is no duty to disclose an easement beyond that which is typically listed on a legal description in the deed. Was this easement was on the or... View More
Q: Are individuals violating our trademark by using similar wording and fonts in Florida?
We have a nonprofit that is trademarked in Florida. Although we have been trying for two years to register our trademark at the federal level, it is currently only registered within Florida. There are three individuals using similar wording to our trademark with different fonts, and they were aware... View More
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Jesus La Rosa
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answered on Jul 21, 2026
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Short answer: all three individuals are likely infringing, and the person using your logo to raise money faces the most serious exposure. Your Florida registration, your common-law rights, and the federal Lanham Act give you real leverage even while your federal application is... View More
Q: Does landlord's invoice obligation depend on units owned or dwelling type?
I rented a duplex in Illinois, and my lease did not specify any details about the return of the security deposit. After giving notice on May 1, 2026, I moved out and have been in contact with the landlord multiple times between June 24, 2026, and July 8, 2026, requesting information about my... View More
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Brandon L. Tillman
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
In Illinois, the rules for returning a security deposit apply to every residential landlord, no matter how many units they own or what type of home is being rented. The law changed in 2024, and it no longer matters whether the landlord has a large apartment building or a single duplex. If a... View More
Q: What rights do I have to sell and claim profits from my late brother's co-owned house?
My brother co-owned a house with a woman in Oregon, who is not his girlfriend. She provided the $20,000 down payment through a government assistance program she qualified for, and my brother made all the mortgage payments on his own, as I believe he was the only one on the mortgage. They both are... View More
Theressa Hollis
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
I'm sorry for your loss. You will need an attorney to review the Deed to the house to determine if it goes automatically to the co-owner or if a probate will be needed for your brother's half.
If a probate is needed and no Will was signed by your brother, Oregon intestate law... View More
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