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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Admiralty / Maritime for New Jersey on
Q: How to Prove Fake Messages & Spoofing in TRO Case

I’m fighting a TRO where the petitioner presented fake text messages as threats from me. The messages don’t show my real number, only my name, which could’ve been manually changed in her contacts. I suspect she used a spoofing app. The judge ruled against me, stating she’s not liable for... View More

Adam Brown
Adam Brown
answered on Mar 12, 2025

First, sorry you are going through this. It appears you may have gone through trial without counsel. I highly recommend you get an attorney. I have seen these cases before and they are becoming increasingly common. 1) You absolutely need to file a motion for reconsideration 20 days with phone... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for California on
Q: Can I get compensation for a 24-hour flight delay due to engine failure?

I was on Cathay Pacific flight CX233 from Hong Kong to Milan, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER (B-KQV). After flying for 4 hours and 26 minutes, we had to make an emergency landing in Lanzhou, China due to an engine failure, which seriously endangered my life. The airline provided accommodation and... View More

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answered on Mar 12, 2025

You may be entitled to compensation, but since your flight was operated by Cathay Pacific, an airline based in Hong Kong, EU regulations won't apply directly unless the delay involved a European carrier or was departing from the EU. However, airlines generally have obligations under... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime, Consumer Law, Contracts and Personal Injury for Mississippi on
Q: How to proceed with a Pro Se complaint for a used boat purchase issue in Mississippi?

I purchased a used boat "As Is" with no warranty from a dealership in Mississippi. The boat sank the first time I put it in the water. The insurance company won't cover the incident, citing maintenance issues like a missing boat plug, a non-working bilge, and other maintenance... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Domestic Violence and Admiralty / Maritime for North Carolina on
Q: Is my wife trespassing by going on my boat despite restraining order?

My wife and I have been living separately for more than a year, and we have a separation agreement prohibiting her from coming to my home. I have a restraining order against her, though it doesn't specifically mention my boat, which is in my name. Despite notifying her multiple times,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Admiralty / Maritime and Civil Litigation for South Carolina on
Q: How can you recover your boat if someone is holding it for payment of work done in S.C. ?

My Wife owns a 21' SeaRay boat and had a man give us a verbal quote of 5 to 6 thousand dollars for the work we wanted done. He wanted us to pay him $4000. last week and hit us with a total bill of 8 thousand dollars.

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answered on Dec 23, 2024

Under California law, merchant’s lien is on the agreed amount of repairs or the value of services provided whichever is less.

The verbal initial agreement and any subsequent modification agreement is also enforceable, but your consent to additional costs are key, although the merchant...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Admiralty / Maritime on
Q: Do seafarers accrue annual leave whilst on paid leave (holiday) under Cayman Islands Flag State law?

No further information or contractual provisions to consider

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answered on Dec 16, 2024

Under Cayman Islands flag state law, seafarers do not accrue annual leave while on paid leave (holiday). According to the provisions outlined in "Benedict on Admiralty," justified absences from work, such as holidays, are not considered as annual leave DOC. No. 9-1A MARITIME LABOUR... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime and Civil Litigation on
Q: How are sales regulated on cruise ships? do the onboard shops/stores follow the laws of the ship's flag state?

Specifically, do the onboard shops follow the laws of the ship's flag state, the laws of the cruise company's home country, the local laws of the port of call, or another jurisdiction?

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answered on Nov 12, 2024

In summary, onboard shops and stores on cruise ships typically follow the laws of the ship's flag state, but U.S. laws apply when the ship is within U.S. territorial waters or under specific international agreements.

Sales on cruise ships are primarily regulated by the laws of the...
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Q: Need personal injury attorney

Have brain injury from Tylenol

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 9, 2024

I'm sorry about your brain injury. I'm not certain if this is an admiralty/maritime matter (a category chosen for the post). It looks more like product liability (injuries involving dangerous/defective products, including pharmaceutical drugs). There isn't very much detail to go by... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for Washington on
Q: If I change my status from U.S. citizen to State Nationalist does the law of the land supercede maritime or admiraly law
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answered on Oct 21, 2024

Changing your status from a U.S. citizen to a State National does not exempt you from the laws established by the federal government. The legal system in the United States is based on the Constitution, which applies uniformly to all individuals within its jurisdiction. Attempting to alter your... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Admiralty / Maritime, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Utah on
Q: Which successful law firm can represent me in fraud on the court case in Utah, filed 7m property lien. W/ Perm. Injury.
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 11, 2024

It's difficult for attorneys here to take up your offer to represent you. The format is brief Q & A - no solicitation or attorney referral. The closest thing to an attorney referral here is the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, which lists attorneys by region and area of practice. You... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Admiralty / Maritime and Banking for California on
Q: How can I obtain copies of the official bonds of Los Angeles county Superior Court judges and the clerk/executive office

I was damaged by some Superior Court judges misconduct and fraud and I would like to file a claim against their official bonds and their owes of office but they will not inform me where to obtain them or or even provide me a copy when I write the court clerk / executive officer

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Oct 4, 2024

It is very unlikely you can obtain name of the surety (generally an insurance company that sells the bond to the principal (the judge.)) You can submit a request for information, but it will most likely be denied. If you have a viable case for judical misconduct and fraud you would file a claim... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Admiralty / Maritime, Child Support and Civil Litigation for Tennessee on
Q: Is unlawful possession of firearm the correct charge for a felon in possession and firearm and if not. Whats the Correct

A felon in possession was officially charged and is being tried on Unlawful possession of handgun. I thought one was a misdemeanor and the other was a felony charge.

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answered on Sep 18, 2024

DA has discretion on the criminal charge. So if he chooses a misdemeanor, that is his prerogative.

2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Admiralty / Maritime, Civil Rights and Land Use & Zoning for West Virginia on
Q: I live on a small island in the middle of the river in a tree house how do I obtain an address so I can get assistance 9

911 refuses to give an emergency address and gets aggressive when I ask ive been here 4 years now

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answered on Sep 5, 2024

Try bringing up to your County Commission.

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Admiralty / Maritime on
Q: Is it illegal to use bill of lading data in India
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 21, 2024

Your question might fall outside this forum, which deals largely with U.S. laws and courts. Someone who is familiar with the shipping laws of India would need to advise. The SHORT answer is that it could depend on who is using the data, what the data being used is, if permissions have been granted,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law and Admiralty / Maritime for Kansas on
Q: If I do not consent can a district court in Kansas strip my natural rights and put me on trial as a legal fiction?

I wish to keep my natural rights, my status as a sentient being

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 10, 2024

This doesn't appear related to "Admiralty/Maritime" law-related, one of the posted categories. It might be closer to sovereign citizen-based principles. In terms of maritime law, law firms that practice in that area would not be likely to be able to offer guidance on these concepts. Good luck

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Admiralty / Maritime and Cannabis & Marijuana Law for Tennessee on
Q: Was banned from a cruise line for making a YouTube video about Marijuana smoking onboard. Was never caught.

Someone saw the video and reported it to the cruise lines. And I was banned for life. Not for getting caught for smoking weed. Banned because of a video of me smoking onboard. Can I sue?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 9, 2024

They'll do that. The short answer is that cruise lines have a no-marijuana policy. It's possible the video was flagged as a violation of policies, and that it could be used as evidence in subsequent proceedings if it appeared on social media or other public forums. Good luck

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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Gov & Administrative Law, Employment Law and Admiralty / Maritime for New York on
Q: Appealing Coast Guard decision

Hello, I was taking contaminated gummies and failed pre employment drug test. Please advise, I completed class and evaluation, Coast Guard took my credentials without any notifications.8

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 6, 2024

It might be difficult to get guidance on this here - it's a narrow niche, even within the realm of maritime practitioners - most of whom don't work in this sector. There are some attorneys who handle Coast Guard credentialing and licensing issues involving Administrative Law Judges. You... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime, Insurance Bad Faith and Insurance Defense for New Jersey on
Q: Do you handle Cargo lost Pallates shipped to NJ and they delivered to incorrect location and was stollen in 9/18/23

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Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 30, 2024

Unfortunately, we do not. This isn't a law firm or cargo loss recovery company. It is only a Q & A forum. You would need to reach out to law firms or other companies that handle such matters and pose your question to them. Good luck

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Admiralty / Maritime for Maine on
Q: If someone is holding onto your vessel and has been instructed to release your vessel and they do not, can you remove it
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answered on Jun 23, 2024

The answer to this questions would depend on numerous factors, such as where is the vessel being held, does the person holding it claim any right to it, how it would be removed, etc? You should consult with a lawyer about the particular facts and circumstances of this matter before taking any... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime for Puerto Rico on
Q: Es legal que el DRNA requiera las plantillas de impuesto para poder sacar el sello anual de una embarcación

Cuando fui a sacar el sello de mi embarcación en la oficina del DNRA la señora me indico que tenia que traer las plantillas de impuesto para verificar que ambos dueños (yo y mi esposa) somos los dueños legales de la embarcación, me indico que eso empieza el año que viene???

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answered on Jun 1, 2024

La Ley 430 llamada Ley de Navegación y Seguridad Acuática de Puerto Rico y el Reglamento tienen los requisitos de inscripción. El Artículo 8 (4) del Reglamento requiere que se presente "evidencia de haber rendido su planilla de contribución sobre ingresos, mediante

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