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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: Fla. judge fails to deny motion to disqualify within 30 day deadline, Fla. R. Jud. Admin. 2.330(l) and refuses to recuse

Judge acting with total absence of all jurisdiction. violation of civil right of procedural due process of law, access to the court and self-representation. Illegally ruled me a vexatious litigant to prevent me from defending my case.

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 7, 2023

This is a question and answer forum forum, and you have no question here. If your question would be, "What litigation steps should I take in my case now?", that type of question, which would seek specific legal advice about your ongoing litigation, can be answered only by scheduling a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Criminal Law for Florida on
Q: stolen or lost item, what value can I sue for ?

Hi, I purchased a 14k gold jewelry item at a good deal , item was delivered by FEDEX to a courier company , they signed for the package on 4/27, when we questioned as to where our package was as it had not been forwarded with other packages we received, we were given different reasons, excuses,... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 6, 2023

You likely can make a claim for the dollar value (only). But whether you can sue in court to make such a claim, and if so, where, and when (immediately or after some other step to be taken first), depends on your delivery contract terms. The contract might contain an arbitration clause requiring... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: I was subpoenaed to court as witness, signed a waiver, now attorney tell me to disregard the subpoena. Can I trust it?

Don't know law inner workings of law , don't want to make a mistake all because I didn't ask professional.

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 5, 2023

Your inquiry is vague and confusing. You say an attorney told you something, but then you say you didn't talk to a professional. You say you signed a waiver, but don't say what you waived. I'm guessing, though, that an attorney who subpoenaed you to testify verbally told you to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Divorce, Family Law and Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: I bought him out of joint home 4/2023. He closed on his house July 12, 24 but he won’t leave. How can I make him leave?
Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 3, 2023

Schedule a consultation with an attorney handling real estate litigation or general practice; alternatively, an attorney handling landlord-tenant cases can probably help even though this is not a landlord-tenant matter. You should be able to sue for unlawful detainer and/or ejectment, and perhaps... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: My file that I need to complete my PTi has somehow been misplaced or lost, what can I do since they were negligent?

I did everything I was required to do with this program, . I was told by 2 separate counselors I would receive my completion certificate,they get back with me , well neither one now works with them , my files is empty, no one will respond back to me or my probation officers and now I'm being... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 2, 2023

A motion with an affidavit should be filed and set for hearing. Yes, there are many attorneys who can help. You can try the Justia.com find a lawyer tab or contact the Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: If an ex parte Baker Act was placed on me in Florida would there be a record of it
Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 1, 2023

Yes, probably in the medical facility, the court, and the police department, but the records are strictly confidential; they are not accessible to the general public. If you need a copy of the records, you may request them.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Business Law for Florida on
Q: I had a idea to open a STR company with my bf. but we dont know know where to start on how to protect us in an llc ?

I want both of us to be protected if the relationship doesn't last. What are our options? What should we exactly worry about first you know, ? Should we get an llc or an mutiple person llc ? I hear there are more cons with the mutli person llc. Any advice helps ?

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Aug 1, 2023

Schedule a consultation with an attorney handling business formation. The LLC's articles of organization should include terms of any potential dissolution.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: landlord put an eviction in my name cause my parents are undocumented i never signed any contract,can i get it expunged?

never signed any form of contract i was the only member in the household who is documented, living state is haines city florida

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 30, 2023

If you mean the landlord filed an eviction suit, and by "expunge", you mean erased from the court records, the answer is no. That would be the case whether you win or lose the lawsuit. If the eviction suit is still pending, hire a lawyer to try to get it resolved without an eviction... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Small Claims for Florida on
Q: Can a judge refuse to see documents that shows evidence and causes of actions that where authorized by JSO

Being sued for property damages that where authorized y Sheriffs office in Jacksonille Fl.Judge did not allow me to defend myself or show documentations that showed the reason of my actions....its was put boots on truck while was asleep

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 28, 2023

In order to receive advice on whether the judge acted properly or improperly in your case, as well as what can be done if the he/she acted improperly, you need to schedule a consultation with an attorney. Whether a judge can refuse to review items of evidence depends on various factors, including... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Health Care Law and Juvenile Law for Florida on
Q: Good morning, My (12 year old) daughter is a type 1 diabetic, and she was denied her accommodations at a Summer camp in

My daughter is type 1 diabetic, and she was denied her accommodations at a summer camp in Florida in which she was enrolled and we have been paying for more than 1 year to save her place, on June 15, 2023 I filled out all the forms required by the camp with all her necessary accommodations,... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 27, 2023

The camp may or may not be in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, depending on various factors. This publication by the American Diabetes Association is helpful: https://diabetes.org/sites/default/files/2021-06/Camp_2021_Fact%20Sheetsnewbranding.pdf

As explained there, the...
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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: Can you help an inmate in Fl. who was attacked and his eyes seriously injured?

He was attacked while in prison and needed help but he was left in a cell for 3 days before getting taken to a hospital, so lost sight in one eye and other one injured. He has no money or resources and no family. If it matters, he is listed as white, but nearly half Cherokee. His crimes were... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 26, 2023

Try contacting one or both of these organizations: (1) Human Rights Defense Center - see https://www.humanrightsdefensecenter.org (2) Florida Justice Institute - see https://www.floridajusticeinstitute.org

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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Government Contracts for Florida on
Q: City Official - Ok to write recommendations under name of town A using position of town B?

Is it legal for a City Official working for 2 different neighboring towns in different positions, to a write an official recommendation/inspection in the name of Town A using his job title of Town B? With the official header head and seal of City A he does not currently hold said position in and... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 26, 2023

Your inquiry begs the question of, why is it a problem for you? The answer to your inquiry probably depends on whether Town A officially permits him to do that.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: What can I do?

I keep getting calls from some business stating I have a civil case. They know my address. They keep asking for the last 4 of my ssn and I’m not giving them that information. They keep talking about a judge and civil claims… how can I find out if there’s any civil proceedings against me in... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 25, 2023

I agree with Ms. Kim, but another option is to ask the caller for the full name of the case (plaintiff's and defendant's names), the name and location of the court, and the case number. Your description sounds like it is either (A) a scammer, or (B) a legitimate collector (such as a... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: My neighbor's video camera is pointed at my driveway/front lawn. It's recording my children on my property. Legal?

Everytime someone walks on my driveway or my lawn, the camera announces "smile, you're being recorded." I live in Pasco County, Florida. Is this legal?

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 24, 2023

It may or may not be legal, depending on the apparent purpose of the camera, and depending on if it's only video or also audio. Generally, no audio recording is lawful without the consent of the person being recorded - and it's a crime to violate that law. If it's video only, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Florida on
Q: Can a client cancel a contract if the wrong company name was put on the agreement and cancellation?
Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 24, 2023

That can't be answered without reviewing the documents and the circumstances. The first issue is whether there is a right to cancel, and if so, under what conditions, if any. If there is such as right, and all conditions, if any, have been met, issues to be examined regarding the misnomer... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Florida on
Q: I believe my Supervisor is showing signs of discrimination towards me. If I am fired for this reason do I have a case?

I work for a medium to large WFH company I started a few months ago for training but as of last week I have graduated to production. Last week something happened with my phone number and I had to change it, I forgot the password to the personal email that I used to receive a code that is necessary... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 23, 2023

Your inquiry does not give any facts that would form a basis for asserting that you are the victim of unlawful discrimination. Discrimination, in the employment law context, means that you are being treated differently than co-employee(s) who perform the same or similar job functions, and at the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Florida on
Q: My previous employer terminated me and wanted train my replacement in order to work 2 additional weeks. Is that fair?

I was an Inventory Specialist for Comfort Temp Heating and Air in Gainesville, Florida. On 7/13/23, I was terminated from that employer. At 6am that day, I was told but my peers that the CFO, C.W. felt that the position and I was no longer needed with the company and they it was being discussed... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 22, 2023

It may not be fair, but that's a different question than, "Do I have any legal remedies?" To answer that question, you must schedule a consultation with an attorney handling employment law. It sounds like the employer was portraying this as a layoff, not a termination for anything... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Florida on
Q: What happens at a civil pretrial conference?
Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 21, 2023

That depends on the particular Court (ranging from small claims court to the highest trial courts), as well as on whether the Court issued an order with details on it. Generally, the judge will at least want to know if the case is ready for trial, how long the trial will take, how many witnesses... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Florida on
Q: I need help sending a acertified letter to a man who gave me a vehicle and is not responding to my messages.

I need papers to get the car's tag/title

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 21, 2023

The way you obtain that help is by calling an attorney. This forum is for lawyers to give educational information in response to inquiries on legal topics, and it's a way for lawyers to make the public aware of their existence and the fact that they have knowledge of the legal area that the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Florida on
Q: Seven months homeless and still haven't encountered an atheist, humanist, non-religious shelter or organization.

What should I do when I'm atheist/agnostic and can't seem to get help from these organizations? They in fact exist, such as the American Atheists, FFrF, Humanists but they don't have offices where I am and I can't seem to get help over the phone. Because of this, the things I... View More

Charles M.  Baron
Charles M. Baron
answered on Jul 19, 2023

County-run shelters, legally, should be non-religious (but I have no knowledge of whether they actually are). You might want to try Palm Beach County Homeless Services, (561) 904-7900.

You might also try contacting the Florida Humanist Association, which does not have a shelter, but may...
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