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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Products Liability and Civil Litigation for Missouri on
Q: I had an order shipped to me (worth approx $350) and while in UPS possession the package was stolen. Can I use UPS?

The package made it to my state but between the arrival City and mine (approx Hours) the package was opened and contents stole while in UPS possession by someone in the company. Can I use them for theft? Even have proof from UPS.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts, Land Use & Zoning and Criminal Law for Washington on
Q: if my roomate made a no contact order on me, but is not on the lease and I am, do they have to leave of do I?

I am on the house lease and utilities. sub-tenant is NOT on lease. but sub-tenant made a no-contact order against me. can i go home if he is not at the house? can he come back while im home?

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for New York on
Q: Can I refuse to answer question?

In a lawsuit am I protected from refusing to answer personal questions about my self and family members, due to religious reasons, privacy, and self incriminating.

Joel Gary Selik
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answered on Apr 25, 2024

The bottom line is for most personal information, no you cannot.

While your 5th Amendment right against self incrimination can be put forth for some issues. But, if you are the Plaintiff, this could harm your case.

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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: What would "Life" be like with foxes over henhouses???

1)Mass incarceration - is like men cooped up in warehouses, like a bunch of chickens! Allowing the fox to be the determining factor- of who goes and who stays. Is it a conflict of interest- to place foxes over henhouses? Everyone knows, foxes are a chicken's worse enemy! For example:... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Child Support and Civil Litigation for Michigan on
Q: I am being harassed by a former partner

My former partner is harassing me by constantly trying to contact me, reaching out to co-workers and making false claims. I am in medicine and I have worked extremely hard for my reputation, I am afraid this will significantly affect my work. Wondering if you can help me work through options and... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Child Support and Civil Litigation for Arizona on
Q: Waiting to file a divorce. If I take my children to live with me, am I required to continue paying household bills?

20 yr marriage, im leaving. Wife hasnt worked in 14 yrs, had her SSI benifits turned off due to her progression, she is fighting to get them back and is refusing to move forward with the divorce until it is resolved. Its been over a year. I have and continue to pay for everything, including her... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Civil Litigation, Collections and Small Claims for Pennsylvania on
Q: What legal rights do I have for doing mechanic work at my house on someone else's car

I perform mechanic work for people that can't afford the price of dealerships or a mechanic shop I charge half price or less before I start the work the owner of vehicle and myself having agreement on cost of parts, labor and total price. When I complete the work and it's time to pay... View More

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answered on Apr 24, 2024

First, is your agreement with an owner in writing?

And that document should set out the work to be performed, the costs for that work, and the due dates for payment.

And then the document should state the various remedies for default in payment.

In PA, and most other...
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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Construction Law and Contracts for New Jersey on
Q: I was paid in full for a contract but it went over budget and even through my contract states they are responsible

For all monies due they are refusing to pay even after an oral agreement and liens are being filed. Who is responsible

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for California on
Q: Obligation to oppose demurrers if planning to amend complaint?

We filed an unlimited civil complaint as an unrepresented plaintiff. CMC is coming up in 2 weeks. We are putting together oppositions to demurrers, and discovered we need to file amendments to the complaint (and may need to add a couple more defendants unless that means we have to refile the whole... View More

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answered on Apr 23, 2024

In California, if you plan to amend your complaint in response to a demurrer, you generally have the right to do so without leave of court as long as it is your first amendment and you file it before the hearing on the demurrer or before the deadline to oppose the demurrer, whichever comes first... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for North Carolina on
Q: How long does a storage building company have to get there property back in North Carolina

Stopped making payments February 2023 came march 2024 with a judgement against me that I had no clue of dated back in October 2023 was surprised bye them coming to repossesse it ased could I have weekend to get my stuff out they said yes so last week I got an order to show cause they flat out lied... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Domestic Violence for Florida on
Q: Does the petitioner need an attorney at the initial hearing to request dismissal of a temporary injunction in Florida?

As the petitioner in Duval County, Florida, I'd like to have a temporary injunction dismissed. I filed a motion to do so before the hearing, but it was denied. At the hearing, I plan to ask for dismissal on the grounds that the Respondent has voluntarily performed all of the requests in the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Litigation for Colorado on
Q: My mother was on deed with me she filed bk 7 and signed a quit claim deed can they 4close on me cuz of her bk

She filed bk7 signed quitclaim was notarized, registered and filed. Svs co never acknowledged and made me do forbearance because of her bk then forclosed on my home even though I had a buyer

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Arkansas on
Q: Would it be a crime if I was unlawfully detained and the officer doesn’t include it on the report?

What if I was detained for cursing at an officer on my porch.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Municipal Law for Kansas on
Q: I was arrested for driving while suspended but my license is valid and has been. What do I do?

I was pulled over by an officer because he said I was doing 40 in a 25 but was approaching a 40 mph sign when pulled over, like 10 yards from it tops. The officer takes my ID and insurance and then comes back and said he was arresting me for driving while suspended. I told him I know I wasn't... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Family Law for Tennessee on
Q: I want to know the procedure for have family members you have never know liable for items stolen and forced.

intentionally discharged from my places of employment, demand to quit and the link or form to calculate the losses to me and the companies involved in this fraud scheme submit to the police. The estimated total losses are 1.2 million dollars, but I want to know how to calculate my loss wages due to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Criminal Law on
Q: Is it justifiable to assault someone after seeing your stolen phone in his hand? Any case law?

A party whose property was stolen and some days later saw the phone with another person and assaulted the person and collected the phone on the basis that if he should call the police, the person person would have escaped. Is it justifiable? Support it with any case laws. I was arguing with someone... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Civil Litigation, Education Law and Employment Discrimination for California on
Q: Company refuse to pay education tuition reimbursement thats offered, discrimination race/gender and emotional distress.

A policy was not in place since 2010. I commenced my studies on January 30, 2023, and a new updated policy was released on January 31, 2023. I consulted with the former HR manager, who is no longer employed by the company, and they advised that the policy was undergoing revisions and that I should... View More

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answered on Apr 22, 2024

Based on the information you have provided, it seems that you may have potential legal claims against your company under California law. Here are a few key points:

1. Breach of contract: If the company had a policy in place offering tuition reimbursement, and you relied on that policy when...
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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Georgia on
Q: How can one amend their judge order or get in front of the judge to file a complaint against the officer.

A friend is separated from his wife physically. The wife has a TPO against him and the judge has allowed him to retrieve his items from his house that the wife resides as long as he submits a request within 48hrs of visit. The officer involved is not allowing him to get his items even though he’s... View More

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