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... View 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... View More
The public high school wants to get out car information for us to park in there student parking lot.
answered on Dec 14, 2023
Actually, the police do not decide whether to press charges against someone. They just make the arrest. The prosecutors in the District Attorney's office decide who and what to charge if and when a crime has been committed.
answered on Dec 14, 2023
Isn't that the question you should be asking your lawyer?
The plaintiff has an emergency protective order in place that prohibits any form of contact with her, her friends, her family, or publishing anything about her. In response, I filed a cross-lawsuit against her, but the legal server attempted to serve her six times without success, resulting in... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2023
I hope you realize that you posted this for California lawyers, but apparently you aren't in California. The vast majority of lawyers in California are not licensed in more than one state. You may want to consider posting your message so that attorneys in the state where you reside can... View More
Hello! When I was hired, my job was to supervise 1099 contractors. Two years ago, because of a state law, more than half of these contractors were reclassified as employees. I was not given a title change or pay increase; myself and all of my colleagues were told that "this is NOT a change in... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2023
You need to address your question to lawyers who are licensed in New Mexico. You posted this question for California attorneys, who generally may not be familiar with New Mexico law relating to employers and employees. Try re-posting your question for lawyers in your state, not California.
Allegations were made that I have been involuntarily committed to a psychiatric hospital because I have suicidal ideation and a history of emotional and mental problems according to the prosecutor . Fact I've never been in any mental hospital ever!! And have never been to a psychiatric Dr for... View More
answered on Oct 3, 2023
What you can do is start calling lawyers in your county to see if you can find someone who has experience representing disabled people whose rights have been affected as yours have. Disability rights lawyers are what you need to research.
I am a 60 year old female married to a 55 year old man. I have found many incidences of cameras lights not visible to the eye but visible on video I front and back of my home and my window treatment in my bedroom. I find it hugely distressing to be watched and no one believes me. I have no... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2023
I'm wondering what prompted you to send this inquiry. You need to provide a lot more information, If you hope someone will come to your assistance.
The best thing you can do is to start calling lawyers so you can make an appointment for a face-to-face meeting with a lawyer. Make sure... View More
My husband and i moved into my mother in laws home with the agreement that we pay the mortgage my husband's brother moved into the garage he refused to leave he does not pay for anything everything is paid by me and my husband everything inside the home is ours and everything in the garage is... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2023
You have rights as a tenant, and can't be made to leave without complying with your rights as a tenant.
I suggest you contact a tenant's rights attorney located near you. Do not delay, as time is of the essence.
My son died of an OD in my home n the cops asked if they could take his phone, I wasn't and Im still not in the right state of mind so I handed it over. Now I want it back to retrieve photos of his last day alive and I just miss him, but they refuse to give it back because they are waiting on... View More
answered on May 31, 2023
I suggest you contact a criminal defense lawyer, to advise you and to take appropriate action on your behalf. Most good lawyers offer a free consultation, so it should be easy enough to get the advice you need.
response was filed within 5 days of received restraining order. We have not been heard in court, this is the 2nd continuance allowed. Our response states my son was not present for the incident and was not involved. What can I do?
answered on May 29, 2023
You can contact an attorney for legal advice and to represent your son. Do not delay, because the more time the lawyer has to be prepared, the better job she will do.
The CIIA has language specifically requiring me to sign Schedule B upon termination of employment. However, Schedule B has much broader language regarding non-disclosure. Other maybe relevant info: I was a manager. Schedule B was attached to the CIIA when I signed it. They aren't offering me... View More
answered on May 15, 2023
You are asking this question of California lawyers while you are from Maine. Your question should be directed to lawyers from your state because California law may be different than where you live or work.
I tried to file a police report at the Sherriff Dept but refused to let me.
answered on Apr 6, 2023
You need to ask this question of Florida lawyers. Your question was directed to California lawyers, who most likely are unfamiliar with Florida law.
My Aunt is being treated extremely unfairly by the doctor at the Methadone clinic to the point he is messing with her dose level which is causing her to have seizures and other adverse symptoms she is 70 years old and blind and is being denied proper treatment is there anything we can do to hold... View More
answered on Apr 4, 2023
It is possible you aunt was the victim of elder abuse. Look for a lawyer who has expertise in elder abuse law, and set up a consultation right away.
any laws with his behavior-- we're not happy. Our son was expected to write a private journal in his class and he does not care for the teacher (He's very rude and has a reputation for being an a-hole). He wrote his true feelings about the teacher, expecting privacy as promised.The... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2023
Your question should be addressed to lawyers licensed in Washington state, not California, because Washington state lawyers know the law of your state.
answered on Mar 21, 2023
As long as you are parked in an area where there are no restrictions against parking, you should be safe. However, law enforcement may need access to your car's license plate from time to time, if you are parked on a public street.
August 24 I was in a personal injury/discrimination type of situation, I contacted an attorney, he took the case. Then he emailed me yesterday and said he does not wish to represent me anymore????
I feel he was kind of upset because I brought it to his attention about him not keeping me... View More
answered on Mar 15, 2023
Take your file to another attorney right away. Make sure you are upfront with the new lawyer, what your expectations are regarding communications concerning your case. You can keep interviewing attorneys until you meet one with whom you have a good relationship.
Its been proven that SF medical examiner's altered toxicology results of deceased, detective planted evidence (Proven in court. SFPD photographer testified certain items were NOT there until Inspector placed them and asked her to re-photograph).
There are two whistleblowers and ex... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2023
You cannot collaterally attack a criminal conviction by filing suit in civil court against the parties who criminally prosecuted you. Your sole remedy is by appeal of the conviction.
I was told I am on such a list but my record was expunged years ago. I can't fine such list...
answered on Mar 9, 2023
Whoever told you that was full of it. You can't be blacklisted from working in California or anywhere else for that matter. Don't believe all the crap you might hear or see on social media. It sounds like you were fed a bag of horse pucky.
I was going to be guilty of educational neglect and would have CPS called on me. We feel bullied and pushed around the whole time my child has been in school. The schools administration behavior leading up to this has also been very questionable.
answered on Mar 8, 2023
You should try contacting a lawyer who has experience handling children's rights matters. You will not get all the answers you need here on this forum. Instead, you need to be interacting with lawyers who can give you ongoing legal advice.
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