Second time applying, advocate disappeared during initial claim filed in 2014, represented myself at hearing, was denied. Discouraged because referred lawyer was patronizing. No income since 2018. I suffer from. Chronic concussion syndrome, sub-clinical hyperthyroidism, ptsd, and several other... Read more »
answered on Nov 26, 2022
You haven't really provided sufficient information to enable an intelligent response. For example, you have not indicated what kind of disability benefits you are seeking, whether it is Social Security disability, Worker's Compensation benefits, or something else. And if you are seeking... Read more »
I filed request form, then grievance form, then grievance appeal form while in custody.
After release went to county clerks office to get copies of particular case copies and the grievance form was not in the system, but grievance response was present
answered on Nov 18, 2022
You have provided insufficient information which would permit a reasonable response to your inquiry. I would like to see a lot more detail, for example, the who, when, where, how and why of the events so I could get an idea of what the issue is. Ideally, you should provide a chronological... Read more »
They told the cfbd that the check wasn’t signed by lender. It was and I sent proof . My contractor left me for not paying deposit as a result
answered on Nov 18, 2022
There is insufficient information to permit me to respond with any reasonable advice. Any lawyer will need more detail, in order to understand the situation, and whether or not some solutions can be suggested.
answered on Nov 9, 2022
No. You are an adult now. But be careful to think through the consequences of your actions.
Was not given a breathalyzer test or sobriety test just taking straight to jail.
answered on Nov 7, 2022
I need a lot more information. I would need to know the exact circumstances which led up to your arrest. If you want a lawyer to help you, then prepare a statement of what happened, name all the witnesses, and copy all of the documents relating to your arrest and detention. Then take all of that to... Read more »
I have receipts of payments. Also landlady foundout i had HIV and doesnt want ‘those’ people. Said she wanted a couple (man and woman.
I didnt get my day in court becaude clerk rejected my docs on minor technical formality issues. I hired someone..a tenant lawyer i hired fleeced me for... Read more »
answered on Oct 31, 2022
First things first. Report the lawyer you paid to the State Bar of California. You can go to the website (https://www.calbar.ca.gov/) and click the link to file a complaint against a lawyer.
Next, you may have a claim against your landlord for discrimination in housing if you can prove she... Read more »
If so who could I contact for a civil lawsuit. Thanks
answered on Oct 27, 2022
You need a good civil rights lawyer or law firm to help you.
The best such firms are in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Do your research in those two markets and you will find some very good attorneys to assist you get the compensation to which you may be entitled.
Look up the... Read more »
I was unlawfully towed from private property and could not afford to pay for release and go to small claims. The DMV told me i could not oppose a lien because no lien had been filed and all i could do was a curtesy stop request that involved getting a court date and suing the DMV. I spoke to them... Read more »
answered on Oct 22, 2022
There is no easy solution to your problem.
You need to contact a lawyer who can advise you what to do.
Prepare a detailed chronology of the events as they happened. Name all the witnesses, and make copies of all the documents relating to what happened. Then take these materials to... Read more »
I am am over 55+, my care provider requested from our landlords to review the new lease so she could explain it to me properly. Her request was denied and we where informed to set up a day to sign or the landlords would issue an eviction notice, they had mentioned that an eviction notice would... Read more »
answered on Oct 20, 2022
You have the absolute right to read, review and make sure you understand fully the lease terms which you are being asked to sign. Moreover, it might be advisable to have a legal advisor accompany you to review the lease and explain its terms to you before you sign it.
You should be... Read more »
I have a class action law suit. Attorneys have agreed to go to mediation. However, the employer's attorney is angry the judge did not allow an email into the case as evidence so he is intentionally delaying the settlment. My attorneys have made me aware of this, but numerous times have... Read more »
answered on Oct 17, 2022
It is inappropriate for you to write the judge on a class action case in which you are represented by counsel. If you have a problem with the attorney(s) who are representing you, you must take that up with the lawyers yourself. Either that or retain another attorney to take up your representation... Read more »
This was my mother's home where I have not lived or spent so much as one night in 22 years my mother and my two sons live there I was visiting police came with a warrant in my name for the search of that premises is this legal my name was the only name on the search warrant
answered on Oct 15, 2022
Although I am not expert in criminal law, I do believe that a warrant may be served by the police where the warrant describes the place to be searched and the things to be searched. It makes no difference that you don't reside at the location. But you should talk to a criminal defense lawyer... Read more »
Discussion was about unfair treatment and frequent policy changes as retaliatory conduct against residents who complain or start grievance process. Discussion was in front of other residents, not a private conversation. I recorded my voice and responses out of concern that my words would be... Read more »
answered on Oct 7, 2022
You need the consent of all persons present to be able to record a conversation in the kind of circumstances you have described before you start recording. You are essentially an invited guest at the shelter, and are required to follow their rules and procedures while you are resident there.
An inspection warrant was served upon my property. The probable cause was was due to noise complaints, per fire marshal. No evidence of existing health or safety violations, or noise citations. Accused of selling alcohol, w/out evidence. Warrant looked incomplete, no Seal, no clerk stamp, and... Read more »
answered on Oct 7, 2022
You will need a lawyer with experience in dealing with code enforcement issues with local governments.
Inspection warrants need to be issued by a judge on a showing of some probable cause to issue the warrant. You should have been given a copy of the warrant, which you can give to whatever... Read more »
I filed a petition, verification, and memo of points and authorities. They responded and I filed a response as well. How do I get a court date now? The court is telling me I need to file something else but will not tell me what. This is for a writ of mandate challenging a city's actions during... Read more »
answered on Sep 28, 2022
Without knowing a lot more information, it would be very difficult for me to answer your question.
My experience is that when the court tells you to file an additional document, they usually tell you exactly what they want. So if you received some kind of notice from the court, I urge you... Read more »
I got a cite and release back in june for petty theft. it is now September and i have a court date a week from now. The box “booking is required” is checked on my citation ticket. Searching on the court website, my citation nor case number have been found. I was told that my county system is... Read more »
answered on Sep 13, 2022
You should show up on the date you were given.
When you appear before a judge, you will be given an opportunity to ask for a public defender to be assigned to you. Or, you can retain the services of your own attorney to appear on your behalf. Make sure you take a note pad with you, and be... Read more »
answered on Sep 13, 2022
That depends on a host of factors which you've yet to explain.
including my homes(two rvs) and my dog he is in the pound and i cant get hime out i dont have my tools to make money to afford it. Who can help me ive been injusred by them on multiple occasions and they just charged me with resisting arrest for asking why they broke my lock on my rv to come in... Read more »
answered on Sep 10, 2022
You need a good civil rights lawyer to help you with this. There are many good civil rights lawyers in San Diego.
You can do a Google search, or you can go to the San Diego County Bar Association's website and look for their Lawyers Referral Service (LRS), then ask for their help in... Read more »
Disabled child was verbally(shouted), physically (minor bruises), emotionally (threatened), psychologically (traumatized/scared), and sexually harassed (forceful inappropriate touch in private area with evil intention to cause harm) by a teacher, and bullied (injured in private area), ridiculed and... Read more »
answered on Sep 2, 2022
This is not the place for you to get the help you need.
You need a lawyer who is familiar with the needs of students like your child, and knows how to navigate the educational system with regard to the special needs of children like yours.
There are some very good lawyers in your... Read more »
I made the mistake of writing down hours that I never worked and I regret it until this day. I have grown, learned my lesson and just want to have a successful career as a Reserve Police Officer. I was forced to resign but I am wanting to know if I can still ask for a spot at the department back or... Read more »
answered on Aug 31, 2022
Make an appointment to see the Chief. When you meet with him/her, lay it all out for him/her and make your case for being considered as a return on a probationary status for six months, and gauge the response you get.
Be prepared to explain what you've done to make amends for your... Read more »
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