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I just want to know if I’m suppose to file separately?
answered on Nov 9, 2024
You most likely have two distinct and separate cases, the first being the worker's compensation claim, and the second which is a civil rights claim that has to be filed within strict deadlines, called the statute of limitations, or you could end up waiving and giving up your civil rights... View More 
I bailed out was told by county clerk i had no case after going to court, fast forward 2-3 years no notice i get pulled over arrested and had to post bail again, $9000 and $7000, lose my job due to arrest, find 2 jobs after but cannot pass background check. Kost all my benefits, license because I... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2024
Yes you can. You have remedies available under state and federal law, and I urge you to take advantage of them. You'll need a competent lawyer with the education, training and experience necessary to properly represent your interests. S/he should be a lawyer for the people, who seek to protect... View More
Husband injured during wildfire evacuation,paralysed within weeks of injury. Past 3 years,he’s had 3 spinal surgeries(metal rods/carriages from base of skull to mid shoulder blades,mid back to tailbone(unable to twist turn or bend like normal human)and a pacemaker installed. His neurosurgeon and... View More
answered on Nov 9, 2024
Go to the attorney your husband had for the injuries he suffered at work. S/he should be able to guide you through the process of getting him better care. That's a good place to start. Then learn what you can about co-dependency and how to treat it. Or maybe you should do that first.... View More
Do I have a case here so I ask hr would match my recall to work from my old job she tells me that she has told management but that they are choosing to not respond to my request and then I tell her okay that I’m not sure what to do but that I thank her for asking two weeks past by and then she... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2024
You may have a claim under the California Civil Rights Act for failure to accommodate your medical condition, and/or retaliation for asking for help. You can file a claim with the Department by going to this link: https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/, which you can cut and paste into your browser. You... View More
An ex fbi agent , a retired policeman (who became Western communications operator director) , a CP's rep, an ex highway patrol officer, and few other retired policeman in an organized fashion commiting fraud, harassment , gang stalking , cyberstalking, and intimidation, while trying to obtain... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2024
There are many great lawyers who can help you right in your county. This website is not a Lawyer referral service, so you won't be able to find someone here. Do a simple Google search for harassment lawyers in your area, and you should get plenty of ideas about whom you can contact. You have... View More
African American male living in a multi family dwelling. Neighbor is Mexican woman. Last 4 wks her unwarranted bias has increased. Wk 1 & 2 she blamed me for stealing a phone she admitted to losing. Calling me derogating names, and expressing disdain of my presence. Throughout building & in... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2024
You can file civil harassment charges against your neighbor. If you know how to fill out the forms, which you can get online from the court's website, you can do this yourself; otherwise, you'll need to find a local attorney who will file the charges for you. You can get the proper form... View More
Twenty-two years ago, I was paralyzed as a result of police action. I attempted to sue the police, but my efforts were blocked due to a no-contest plea I entered for resisting arrest. This plea, made under poor legal advice, has had long-lasting consequences. I later sought to withdraw the plea,... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2024
The short answer is no. After 22 years, no court will likely grant you any kind of relief, unless you can find an exceptional attorney with much experience in such cases. You can always try to contact the Innocence Project to see if they can help you, but any further delay will not be helpful,... View More
In California, does the statute of limitations for a malicious prosecution lawsuit begin when the original, allegedly baseless case is dismissed?
answered on May 17, 2024
Generally speaking, a cause of action exists once all of the elements have been committed. In the case of malicious prosecution, if the defendant obtains a dismissal on the merits of the claim, usually the cause of action arises on the entry of the dismissal. So the answer is yes. But remember,... View More
with anything. They left my store wide open. They gave 2 pages of a 33 page search warrant and gave no receipt for anything taken.
Can I recoup ANY of my damages or money and property they stole?
answered on May 9, 2024
I suggest you contact the lawyer of your own choosing, and without any delay. If I were you, I would focus on finding a criminal defense lawyer or a civil rights lawyer with experience handling unlawful search and seizure cases. Time is exceedingly important in cases of this nature, and you should... View More
Defendant has requested a jury trial and has posted the jury fee. As the plaintiff, I also seek a jury trial. May I inquire whether I need to post the jury fee separately?
answered on May 9, 2024
The previous lawyer's response is erroneous. He should have clarified whether he is admitted to practice in Washington, D.C., where you are apparently located. His answer based on California law may be inapplicable to your situation, and could even lead you to make decisions which are not... View More
my partner and I is currently staying at the shelter family housing facility name is Sorority, Encountered recently staff entering our room without knocking identifying of his entry he unlocks the door with the key about three times, my partner was not fully dressed the time of his entry. The... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2024
Because you are staying in a shelter, you and your partner may not enjoy the same rights of privacy as you might expect if you were living in a rental unit in which you are a tenant. The fact that you are in a shelter should mean that you have at least a minimum expectation of privacy in your... View More
I left for military sometime in 2021-2022. I am a reservist. I would usually give verbal or a written note or just show my orders or some type of document. When my new operational manager showed he required me to go through a third party called hartford for military leave. Even wrote me up for not... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
For the quickest relief, you can contact the Labor Commissioner, who is charged with making sure all employees are getting paid what they are due. Here's their website: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/
Look for the link to file a claim for wages or other benefits due you. The Labor... View More
I worked at a job for a little over a month but after an altercation with a coworker, my hours were reduced to none without any explanation. The altercation was nothing more than a loud argument that resulted in the coworker and I being face-to-face with one another. Without an explanation, my... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2023
You can contact the California Labor Commissioner, who will investigate and take action if necessary and appropriate. You should prepare a chronology of the events, list all your witnesses and keep all your important documents, which you will copy and make available for their investigation.... View More
the boss was chef and the wife was cashier. the kids ran as floaters. i never called out always there on time. i did everything there. the daughter for some reason was picking on me. pointing things out to her father to where he was now yelling at me. one day he approached me to tell me not to make... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2023
What you can do right away, is contact the labor commissioner of the state of California. Their only job is to protect workers and to make sure that their rights are secure. You can reach the Labor Commissioner on the web here: https://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/
Report what happened to you, and... View More
I have been notified that several Sober Living Houses, owned by the same married couple, have cameras within the bedroom. The rules are to dress in the bathroom and not in the room. Is this normal? Individuals have left after finding out about the camera's placement but don't know what to... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2024
I take it that you are not personally involved in the situation you described. I am unable to address hypotheticals unsupported by eyewitness testimony. Tempting though it is to delve into an interesting question.
Our 21 lb dog bit an uber eats driver on the calf piercing his skin and he and his attorney are seeking compensation over insurance limits. Our insurance company sent us a declaration of assets, insurance and employment under penalty of perjury to complete with the policy limit settlement to send... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2024
Your message comes from Troy, Michigan, but you are asking California lawyers to opine in your matter. I don't know too many Michigan lawyers here in California, but I do know that you have different rules which apply based on your residency in Michigan. I can't render any legal advice to... View More
I've resided here since 2016.
answered on Oct 9, 2024
1. Stay calm.
2. Contact tenant's rights attorneys in your county.
3. Provide clear and specific information, such as what kind of 30 day notice is it, and what does it direct you to do.
4. Follow the advice you get.
That should at least get you started.
Times with an old guy & a Norte after & they both drove to my fathers residence & the person accusing me of stealing his wallet gets to throw a object at me I tell the organization that he lives under basically handled by minorities I reported to the police they did nothing refuse to... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2024
It sounds like you have been dealing with a tragic situation. I can't give you specific legal advice on how to handle your matter, but I can refer you to the American Civil Liberties Union, which has lawyers dedicated to helping people like you. I suggest you contact them and see if they can... View More
I've received 20 emails from the defendant's attorney about the same matter. Despite my request to cease harassment and address the issue through the court system, the emails continue, and now I'm receiving phone calls. What should I do?
answered on May 17, 2024
You should direct your question to lawyers in D.C., not in California. Most California lawyers have little knowledge of the law that may apply where you live.
I sent 20 interrogatories to the defendant, but all responses are 'I do not recall.' How should I proceed? For instance, one interrogatory asked if she admitted to the police that she was holding a knife. There is a recording where the defendant did admit to holding a knife to the police,... View More
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