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answered on Oct 30, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Check with your state's DMV and insurance carriers. Not having a title is usually a red flag in most cases for something suspicious, but with an antique car, depending on the age, it might be plausible.... View More 
The daughter says that the IRS will not let her do anything with the house (sell, rent, fix up, etc). She says the IRS told her that she's allowed to stay there a few times during the week, but if a family member or friend wants to stay the night or a wknd, she would have to be present the... View More
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answered on Sep 1, 2024
The Federal Tax Lien is a legal tool the IRS uses to help secure and enable tax collection. Liens and other "security instruments" direct third parties to first use any proceeds (cash) from transactions to satisfy (pay-off) the associated debt.
However, not all lens are... View More
I was already in the left lane traveling south bound when I attempted to use a median to cross over to get back onto the interstate to travel northbound. This is when I got hit.
answered on Jun 26, 2024
A Mississippi attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Something doesn't sound right about what you did. If you drove over a median meant only to separate two lanes of opposing traffic, that may make you liable here. A local attorney could advise more... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
In Mississippi, sales tax is generally applied to the sale of tangible personal property and certain specified services. Accounting services, including tax preparation, do not fall under the category of services subject to sales tax in the state.
When you seek accounting services or tax... View More
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answered on Jun 10, 2024
If you have expunged your record, you may still be able to get a gun permit, but the process and requirements can vary depending on your location. First, check the specific laws in your state or country, as each jurisdiction has different rules about gun ownership and expunged records.... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
To find precise definitions about blocking a driveway in Mississippi, you should start by looking at the Mississippi state laws and local ordinances. You can check the Mississippi Code Annotated, specifically the sections related to traffic regulations and parking. These laws often detail what... View More
it isn't paid in full yet, and still in my/my wife's name? Am I still responsible even if he's not living at home?
answered on May 18, 2024
Addendum - again, it is important not to change the policy/cancel the policy without notifying your son. It could be more than simply a vehicle administrative matter - in many jurisdictions, driving without insurance is a misdemeanor. Good luck
There is no way my bill should be $899-751 monthly every year at those times.. Nor should they be allowed to charge what they want as they feel so
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answered on Mar 16, 2024
It's understandable that you're concerned about the high electricity bills from Central Electric in Mississippi during January to April. Utilities, including electric companies, are typically regulated by state commissions, which set the rates they can charge. These rates are supposed to... View More
The handicap card I had displaying on my windshield. I have it because my disabled mother lives with me and we are sharing my car at the moment while we get her vehicle fixed . I am her sole caretaker and my vehicle is the one she rides in. How can this be legal ? I have two small children and my... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
It sounds like you're going through a very stressful and unfair situation. Being towed under these circumstances, especially when you rely on your vehicle for essential duties as a caretaker, is incredibly challenging. The first step is to gather all relevant documentation, including the... View More
I am facing issues with the HUD agency in Jackson, Mississippi, where their employees are not enforcing the necessary rules and regulations required for handling funds by the Public Housing Authority. There have been plenty of communications from me to HUD regarding the Public Housing... View More
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answered on Jun 12, 2025
Your demand letter should be comprehensive and professionally structured to address HUD's oversight failures regarding the Public Housing Authority in Jackson. Begin with a clear heading that identifies it as a formal demand letter, include your contact information, and address it to the... View More
I've been dealing with a government field office for about a year regarding their non-compliance with HUD rules and regulations. Despite previous contact, the issue remains unresolved. I want to send them a demand letter seeking compensation. Is this advisable, and are there specific... View More
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answered on Jun 12, 2025
Sending a demand letter to a government agency regarding HUD rule violations requires careful consideration of sovereign immunity protections and administrative procedure requirements. The federal government enjoys sovereign immunity, meaning you generally cannot sue without their consent, though... View More
I have a family member in the local county jail who is a brittle diabetic with multiple health issues. Despite his primary care physician ordering an ADA-compliant calorie-restricted diabetic diet, his meals consist mainly of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, with variations like oatmeal or toast... View More
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answered on Jun 11, 2025
You can force compliance by combining administrative pressure with a civil-rights action under the Eighth Amendment (cruel and unusual punishment) and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
First, exhaust any available jail‐grievance procedures in writing and escalate to the county board of... View More
I would like to know if it is legal for city police to conduct random checks of driver's licenses on an interstate overpass without probable cause. They are doing random license checks, but I am unsure how often this occurs.
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answered on Jun 11, 2025
Police may only stop vehicles on an interstate without individualized suspicion if they’re conducting a properly authorized checkpoint or roadblock, not purely random “stop‐and‐ID” checks.
Under both federal Fourth Amendment jurisprudence (Michigan v. Sitz) and Mississippi law,... View More
As a teacher of the blind, I am concerned about whether Mississippi's House Bill 960, proposed on July 1, 2012, regarding the education of blind or visually impaired students, became law. If the bill did not pass, does this mean that schools for the blind are not liable for adhering to its... View More
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answered on Jun 11, 2025
House Bill 960 was introduced in 2012 but never secured the votes or the governor’s signature, so it did not become law in Mississippi.
Because those proposed standards never took effect, schools for the blind are not legally bound to meet anything beyond the existing statutory... View More
I gave a Notice of Claim relating to an incident on December 22, 2024. I submitted the Notice on March 10, 2025. I understand that I must file the lawsuit within the first 90 days, and I'm seeking clarification on whether I have an additional 90 days to file the lawsuit, given that I am... View More
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answered on May 16, 2025
In Mississippi, after submitting a Notice of Claim, you generally have 90 days to file a lawsuit. This is the initial period you need to adhere to. If you don’t file within those 90 days, the court might dismiss your case. However, there could be circumstances that allow for an extension,... View More
I am dealing with a situation involving Mississippi Code 11-46-1. I gave a Notice of Claim on March 10, 2025, regarding a potential lawsuit against the state or an employee. I believe this code may grant an additional 90 days to file the lawsuit, but I haven't received a response from the... View More
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answered on May 16, 2025
Yes, under Mississippi law, once you file a Notice of Claim under Mississippi Code Title 11, Chapter 46 (commonly known as the Mississippi Tort Claims Act), there is a specific waiting period and a timing rule for filing your lawsuit. The law requires that you give the government entity 90 days to... View More
I gave a Notice of Claim to the Executive Director of state government in relation to false testimony on March 10, 2025. I am unsure whether I was supposed to file the Notice of Claim or if serving it was sufficient according to Mississippi Code 11-46-11. Did I handle the Notice of Claim process... View More
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answered on May 16, 2025
Under Mississippi law, specifically **Mississippi Code § 11-46-11**, serving a **Notice of Claim** is a required **prerequisite** before you can file a lawsuit against a governmental entity or employee. You do **not** file the Notice of Claim with the court at this stage. Instead, you **serve** it... View More
My husband was arrested and went to court, where he plead guilty to several charges, including no tag, no insurance, no seatbelt, improper headlight, and a bench warrant, but not to disorderly conduct. The initial no ID charge was dropped because he possesses an ID but did not have it with him at... View More
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answered on May 15, 2025
It’s understandable that you’re concerned about the disorderly conduct charge, especially since it wasn’t included in the initial list of charges your husband received. The first thing you should do is clarify the situation with the court. You can reach out to the court clerks to ask for more... View More
In Mississippi, isn't CPS supposed to contact family members before placing children into foster care, especially in cases involving medical neglect? Despite being in contact with CPS, no family members were reached out to before separating the children.
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answered on May 15, 2025
In Mississippi, Child Protective Services (CPS) is generally required to consider family members as potential placements before placing children in foster care. However, this requirement can depend on the specific circumstances of the case, especially when the child’s immediate safety or... View More
I filed my first Notice of Claim related to a lawsuit in Mississippi without an attorney, and it's been over 90 days. Am I allowed to have another 90 days to file an additional Notice of Claim, considering there have been no changes in my situation?
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answered on May 15, 2025
In Mississippi, the Notice of Claim process typically has a strict 90-day deadline for filing, especially for certain types of lawsuits, such as tort claims against government entities. Once the 90 days have passed, it is often difficult to extend the time frame for submitting a second Notice of... View More
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