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The district has performed false Ard Committee meetings and had my children under regular general Ed program when they have more learning disabilities and one of my children has autism diagnosis
I missed a mandatory social event after hours which I didn't know it was mandatory and the employer is making me sign a discipline document pointing out that I didn't ask for PTO for that event in case I was going to miss it.
It was after a review that accused me of being 'combative ' and 'rolling my eyes' on zoom in the course of doing my work, among other subjective opinions and used as legitimate reasons. I am a naturalized citizen from
Nigeria. Do I have a case to sue for workplace bias?... View More 
answered on May 9, 2024
Based on the information contained in your question, no you do not have a case for workplace bias.
An employer can terminate an employee for purely subjective reasons like being combative and rolling your eyes during a Zoom meeting. Those are legally legitimate reasons.
If you have... View More
I have been in a legal battle with my previous landlord (corporation) for a few months now. They are registered as 35 West CC LLC but operate 35 West at Champions Circle DBA Rams Corp LLC out of Atlanta GA. The SOS (TX) has no prior or present registration for given address/name to operate or do... View More
answered on May 9, 2024
In my professional experience, outside of family court, judges do not generally frown on requests for jury. It adds only about half a day to a typical trial for the judge. Obviously it will be a lot more work for the attorneys and correspondingly more expensive for you.
Less than 2 ounces in a drug free zone
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answered on May 9, 2024
I'm not sure why you would be looking for an attorney who is going to work for you on a pro bono basis, unless you simply don't have the money to hire an attorney. If that's the case, and you can show the court that you meet certain indigence requirements, then the court is required... View More
After passing inspection and paying any owed. Money. Can they charge late fee without a new lease?
answered on May 9, 2024
Only if the old lease, which is now month-to-month, provides for late fees. They can't simply add it if it wasn't included in the old lease.
I have 2nd floor condo with a porch, I’m recently working with a contractor to remodel my bathroom with the HOAs knowledge. The work started on Saturday and the contractor left trash bags on my porch, they don’t work Sunday so they remove it Monday morning. I got an email from my HOA Monday... View More
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answered on May 8, 2024
If you bought a condominium then your ownership is subject to all kinds of rules. You should have at least read them before purchase. HOA issue fines and liens all the time, and rarely do you have an opportunity for a hearing. Nonpayment will result in foreclosure. You can hire a lawyer and... View More
I'm under 18. I have a pending I-130 petitioned by my step-parent ( A citizen) Can I get approved for a student visa - F1 while my I-130 is still pending?
How long does it take to get I-130 processed?
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answered on May 8, 2024
Obtaining an F-1 student visa while your I-130 petition is pending can be challenging but not impossible. Here are a few important points to consider:
1. Non-immigrant intent: F-1 visas require you to demonstrate non-immigrant intent, meaning you intend to return to your home country after... View More
I was served court papers last Wednesday and it says I have 20 days to respond do I need legal counsel and how much would it cost
answered on May 8, 2024
Yes you should have an attorney.
Your company's insurance should cover you.
Your own insurance may be back-up.
My name in games has been ZOLO and zolo724 for years
I said I paid $1400 already and while they said the witness tried to evade getting served, she was within 10 miles of the PI company. I didn't have an agreement with the PI company myself.
I was just arrested for larceny for the $862 extra.
From what I've researched,... View More
answered on May 8, 2024
Typically, attorneys act as an agent for their clients in contracting for services like those of a private investigator. As with any contract, the principle (i.e. client) is legally responsible to contractors like private investigators for the cost of those services. As long as the agent... View More
I have been a permanent resident since Feb 2020.
In 2025, I could apply for naturalization and get citizenship.
In December 2023, I was arrested for domestic violence (slapped in the face wife once), I hired a criminal attorney and the DA office refused my case with no charges in... View More
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answered on May 7, 2024
I understand that this is a sensitive and important situation. Based on the information you provided, here are my thoughts:
1. Eligibility for Citizenship in 2025
Even though the domestic violence charges were ultimately rejected by the DA's office, the arrest itself could... View More
The accused was driving with head-tail lights off & confused. She has a pending asylee status [no asylum interview yet], and became a victim of rapid escalation, was arrested & accused with Misd. Class B: Fleeing a Police Officer in TX. It had NO damage, resistance, drugs/alcohol. The... View More
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answered on May 7, 2024
Based on the information provided, here are a few key points to consider:
1. Deferred adjudication is generally considered a conviction under U.S. immigration law, regardless of whether it's for a Class C misdemeanor (traffic violation) or a Class B misdemeanor (fleeing a police... View More
My beautiful boy have ASD high functioning, and we have talk about transition, he wants to stay at home and keep further his education (which is great), we also talk about a legal way so I can keep helping him for longer (on legal and medical matters especially) since he doesn't feels ready... View More
Judge ordered seal so I don’t think it should show. This was sealed maybe last year or the year before.
answered on May 7, 2024
Get a certified cop of the order sealing your record and send it to the agency disclosing your record.
Is there any case law regarding the price of a lease being too high for it to be considered a reasonable attempt to mitigate damages.
United Healthcare website has the provider as in network with a $40 copay I got a referral got confirmation from a doctor that they are in network but insurance denied the claim and wants to charge me over $400 dollars for it when I called to resolve it I was left on hold until they hang up on me... View More
I confirmed with the insurance that there should be 0 copays but they only mailed a $10 dollars check to the provider when asking for a solution I was left on hold for hours and they just hung up on me in the end. how to get it resolved?
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