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answered on Dec 28, 2018
Thanks for the question; however, it is not clear and specific enough to answer. Generally speaking, if you are referring to threatening someone with a criminal charge to achieve a monetary gain, then that is extortion. If you are referring to threatening someone with bodily harm, then it is... View More 
I have taped the calls with an iPhone app. Can I press charges.
answered on Dec 27, 2018
You should be able to press charges. Call the local sheriff's office and speak with a detective about what information they need.
I got my 2nt vilation state probation and I have got a possession of schedule 2 mistmener and possession of schedule 4×2 and failed a drug test could I get rehab
answered on Dec 23, 2018
You should immediately consult with local legal criminal defense counsel. Your probation officer will probably make a recommendation, and the court will make the decision. On these facts, I don't think you will get rehab only, but your best bet is to consult with someone locally and discuss... View More
I am on state probation I vilated about six months ago for a theft. I got reinstated and now I have vilated again this to time for possession of a misdemeanor of schedule 2 and misdemeanor possession of schedule 4 x 2 and trying to carry pee I got caught with the pee so I got in trouble for that... View More
answered on Dec 23, 2018
You should retract your question. Never publish personal criminal issues.
I would like to hire a lawyer
answered on Dec 20, 2018
I've had clients go through the process, and sometimes it is far more difficult than you would realize. One client parked his car at the pool at his neighborhood on a Friday night at 7:00 pm. knowing that there would be a ton of cars there the next day. If I remember, he was low on gas. The... View More
She has Excema, and an officer suggested she go into a rehab facility based on her skin condition that day. No prior arrests, and she isn’t an addict. Was only charged with misdemeanor possession bc it was at her friends that she lives with. This is unfair and unconstitutional.
answered on Dec 20, 2018
If the charge for misdemeanor possession sticks, then a judge could easily order that she report to a rehab facility. The decision would be made on the charge and conviction and not necessarily on her looks. If she has no priors, then it would be in her best interests to obtain a criminal defense... View More
He was ticketed for straddling lanes and improper lane change. I'm I responsible for getting my vehicle repaired as I'm being given the run around by his insurance company. I was also told I'd be responsible for 20% of a rental or cab fees.
answered on Dec 16, 2018
The Tennessee Supreme Court has abolished the doctrine of contributory negligence. McIntyre v. Balentine, 833 S.W. 52 (Tenn. 1992). Tennessee uses a legal doctrine called modified comparative negligence to assign fault. A negligent plaintiff may recover if his or her negligence is less than the... View More
What are the possible consequences of this charge? What is the best way to resolve?
answered on Dec 16, 2018
The possible consequences are: Class C misdemeanors: Not more than 30 days in jail and up to $50 fine. The best way to resolve is to consult with a local criminal defense attorney. If you cannot afford one, one will be appointed for you.
What rights does he have?
answered on Dec 10, 2018
If a bond was set by the magistrate at court, once he is booked, he has the right to bond out until his court date. Bondsmen usually charge 10% of the bond; however, if he does not show up to court, he owes it all. If he has no bond, then he will have a court date. This is a very serious... View More
The job site also did not require a background check but that was tooken out my check as well. I was told to come back to the temp service and take the drug test even though I quit a couple days ago. I was also told it was the law to be charged for a drug test that I did not take and I will not be... View More
answered on Nov 28, 2018
If they never incurred a fee for a drug test, then I think that you have a valid point that it would not be your financial responsibility.
I recommend consulting with local counsel on the issue.
The reason given was poor job performance however I received no warnings and received a $2.50 raise just a couple weeks before that. The person that fired me is an African American and she replaced me with an African American in fact her whole team is African American. My job performance has always... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2018
It could be. I think that you need to consult with a local employment discrimination attorney. Race discrimination is illegal. Also, you are in a protected class being over 40 years old.
These cases can be very complicated. From my experience, there are 2 things that really make a case.... View More
Should i accept this offer and ask for more?
answered on Nov 6, 2018
Thanks for your question; however, it is impossible to tell you what to accept in settlement, because we don't know all of the facts. In 2002 and 2003, I practiced employment discrimination law exclusively. As I recall, if the case was very good, we would demand what a typical jury verdict... View More
parent had life insurance policy since 80"s and the agent agreed to pay the difference yearly because he wrote policy wrong. he is retired now and said he couldn't due it now. Can he be held accountable
answered on Nov 1, 2018
That is the most ridiculous thing that I have ever heard of. You need to consult with local counsel immediately.
Aggravated assault.my husband is hospitalized until farther notice.he has broken his hip leg back and neck.why is a he being charge for that after a simple loosing control on a wet day?
answered on Nov 1, 2018
You have not supplied near enough facts to even comment at this point. I hope that you have a local attorney.
She forged the title. Is this criminal or civil? Do I need a lawyer or the police?
answered on Oct 29, 2018
This is criminal, and you should file a claim with the police. The attorney that will handle it should be a District Attorney. Please remember that you or any attorney that you are considering hiring cannot use the prospect of criminal prosecution to obtain monetary gain from her, because that is... View More
1400.00. how can they do this legally? is there anyway i can fight it?
answered on Oct 17, 2018
You need to look to the terms of your agreement with the lender. If they had the right to take collateral after a few missed payments, then they may do so without court order. They cannot "breach the peace" when using self help. Breaching the peace has been defined differently; however... View More
My ex-wife made an accusation of assault resulting in a charge of domestic assault. After I was arrested, she admitted to the officers that she lied. The next morning when I baled out, the desk officer informed me that she told them she lied, then he told me that the charge would be dropped that I... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2018
I am a Tennessee attorney and not sure about South Carolina criminal law; however, in the State of Tennessee you can have items expunged that were dismissed. I would consult with South Carolina counsel about whether this is possible.
I am a bartender, however, my employer has not given me any shifts this week even though I need it. I have seen the employer do this multiple times before as a way to fire /let go of employees that she does not want / need anymore, even if they have not done anything wrong. I have been an employee... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2018
Generally speaking, Tennessee is an employment-at-will state. That means that an employer can change your hours, demote you or terminate you for any reason that is not illegal or protected by contract. Examples of illegal reasons are age, race, sex or religion discrimination, whistleblowing,... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2018
You honestly said "if any." Your looking at a long time depending on the DA and the Judge. You need to consult with a local Criminal Defense attorney. You cannot survive those charges by yourself.
On 7/27 I was unexpectedly directed to a back office by my boss where the door was closed and I was told to sit down. I was completely unaware of what was going on and I was in this small office with my direct supervisor and a woman xxx from the HR department. xxx and my boss proceeded to... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2018
I have not researched that issue legally, because I have had no cases on that subject. However, when I was a senior partner at a large, multi-state law firm, it was very important, based on our lawyers' advice, that the CEO only disclose the date of hire and the date the employee left. That... View More
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