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Q: I was diagnosed with a specific learning disability in 2nd grade and I'm clinically depressed and have anxiety

I was denied social security in by a judge 2021 can I sue then

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Feb 6, 2023

The Social Security system has a specific appeal process that must be strictly followed. If your disabling conditions have worsened, you can file a new claim for disability benefits. Make sure you have all your medical records and medical providers identified and listed, and any records from... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Is there a statue of limitations for suing for violation of civil.rights?

Maliciously prosecuted by the catholic church and a priest and his lying church member.

Prosecuted with no evidence.

Found not guilty. cruel. they lied. I have proof.

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Jan 23, 2023

Yes, the statute of limitations for your action is 2 years from the date of your injury.

You should immediately consult a good civil rights lawyer to make sure you don't miss the deadline to file your lawsuit. In your case, the date the statute of limitations began running is complicated.

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: Appeal DV Restraining Order due to "Acts of God"?

First I'll say that I know I need a lawyer, however, I have no way to swing it financially. The mother of three of my children recently filed a DV restraining order against me under the same case number as our custody order. I assembled a ~50 page response including a DV-120, DV-105, FL-150,... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Dec 28, 2022

you really want to present this to a family law attorney.

most judges do not give you any slack for being late.

when they called the case you were not there...period.

NOW, you would have to retain and lawyer to try to set aside the ruling.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: Are there any cases where an EEG test took precedence over a interview only exam to prove sanity?

The LAPD arrested me, the victim instead of the perp, then tried to frame me to cover it up and got caught on film planting falsified evidence. I represented myself and proved in court that the plaintiff's had made their entire story up. But because the cops tried to frame me and got caught,... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Dec 26, 2022

This would be an issue for doctors to testify to, not a legal issue.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I need to know if my 4th amendment right of illegal search and seizure was violate?

I was at the casino playing the slot machine when I was pulled off the machine by sheriff deputies and told by the deputy I was a suspect to a robbery as I was slammed on the car I told them ,ore than once they are violating my rights as they started searching my pocket I told them they didn't... View More

Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Nov 29, 2022

it depends

a lawyer would want to review the police report to see the reasonableness of their actions...........warrant? recent robbery.......at casino?......description? etc

the best things is to discuss this with the lawyer you retain or the lawyer the court appoints at your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Employment Law for California on
Q: Can I withdraw my individual wage claim case if defendant appeals decision and then file a PAGA lawsuit instead?

Defendant is appealing a decision made by california DLSE. I am wondering if I can withdraw individual claim at this point and start over with a PAGA Lawsuit or not

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Oct 7, 2022

You need to get an attorney involved with this right away. Generally once you take a DLSE matter to a finding, you have lost your ability to then file in superior court on the same issue.

Locate and consult with an attorney about this.

Good luck to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Juvenile Law for California on
Q: parental rights were terminated lost appeal in California false allegations can provide proof what can I do

Is there anything I could file to provide arguments

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 25, 2022

Speak with a local appellate attorney to see if you've exhausted you appellate rights. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Can a county clerk give the papers I dropped off for filing to a judge who then renders a decision without my knowledge?

I was attempting to get my papers filed to then serve on the other side. I dropped them off for filing. I was put off 3 days with the reason "they are not ready". When I explained I just wanted to have them filed to then serve the other side, they had no explanation. They gave them to a... View More

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 23, 2022

It depends what it is. If you filed for a restraining order, then many counties will set a hearing re: temporary orders. I'd say however the most common practice is for the court to make a determination regarding issuing temporary orders based solely on the papers. Speak with a local attorney... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Election Law and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: Is there an example from California state La superior court to appeal to change my biased judge and continue trial soon

Is there an example from Ca state La superior court to appeal to change my biased judge and continue trial immediately? My current trial was wrongly decided as a mistrial when defendants attorney (all white ppl) pressured the judge (female Asian like me, my legal team are all Asian), after first... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Sep 23, 2022

You can put in a motion for a new trial and base it on those grounds.

2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: What happens when I lose a civil court case?

What are the maximum amount of losses if I lost a civil court case? What is the maximum amount of money that I need to put in, for a civil court case?

Charles William Michaels
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Charles William Michaels
answered on Sep 22, 2022

Strange question. It depends on how much the plaintiff sues for, if s/he wins that amount it's a win for the plaintiff.

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I would like to start a civil case, which is the opposite of a small claims, a big case. How do I hire a lawyer?

I have been calling lawyers and no lawyer wants to take the case. Could I get the court to hire me a lawyer? How is it done? How can I get a lawyer that will take no money upfront, but takes money after the case has been won?

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 22, 2022

You're looking for an attorney who'll take your case on a contingency. You'll need to keep contacting lawyers to find someone to represent you. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: Can I appeal test results for the psi exams firearms assessment.

Is there a way to appeal test results with an in-person exam?

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 21, 2022

More information is needed. Speak with a gun rights attorney near you. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]

2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Business Law for California on
Q: Is an oral settlement agreement resulting from an MSC enforceable in California? 664 should not hold, correct?

During a settlement conference I had a momentary lapse of judgment and agreed with what my lawyer was telling me (to settle my case). He actually tricked me and then blamed me for not communicating with him (lie). At the end of the day the judge went back to the other party and they accepted our... View More

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 20, 2022

It depends. I've had judges state the parties have reached an agreement, and put the terms of the agreement on the record and in the minutes. Even when this has happened, it was stated the parties would sign a settlement agreement memorializing what had been agreed to. Speak with a local... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for California on
Q: I was charged with Arson last year and made to register and take a strike with jail time. Is there a way to appeal this

I was suicidal when I set the fire and drinking. The cops did not report this when they charged me and my public defender didn't help me purse mental health court when I expressed that I suffered from mental health issues. I pled guilty not knowing about the option of mental health court and I... View More

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 18, 2022

More information is needed, such as when you pled guilty and the facts and circumstances surrounding your guilty plea. Say nothing more here, but speak with an attorney in your area. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law for California on
Q: Need advice on filing an appeal on my Marvin vs. Marvin case

I lived together with a lady for over 30 years. I filed a lawsuit to get my right to the property based on Marvin vs, Marvin law. I lost my case because the judge ruled that the relationship was romantic. I need to discuss my case to determine my grounds for appeal. During our living together ,... View More

James R. Dickinson
James R. Dickinson
answered on Sep 20, 2022

Speak with an attorney handling appeals then. [I litigate cases. Anything posted here must not be construed as legal advice, nor as grounds for forming an attorney-client relationship. You should seek an attorney for formal legal advice and representation.]

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: If the available record cannot prove I did anything wrong, is it enough to prove my boss was wrong to fire me?

I was punished and fired because I was alleged for some wrongdoing. This case is under judicial review now.

My questions are:

1, Do I need to prove that I was innocent? Or I just need to point out that the available evidence in the administrative record cannot establish that I did... View More

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Aug 15, 2022

I am sorry but your question cannot be answered without more that needs to be known. You talk about an administrative record that suggests you may have been a government employee and you are going through a trial following administrative proceedings related to your termination, but there are other... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I was denied services by dhfs for family reunification by a judge In butte county. I am seeking help filing for relief

I need to file a writ for violation of my civil rights to parent my child , to be referred to cps for services ro preserve family reunification and an opportunity to regain custody of my child. I have not been given my right to due process and was not served. The judge also did not charge guarsians... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Aug 8, 2022

You need a good civil rights lawyer to assist you.

Prepare a chronology of the events, list all the witnesses (both good and bad), telling the story of what has happened to you. Gather all the supporting documents you have, make copies of them all, and take all that to the lawyer you find....
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Q: Open Active WC Case in California Relocated South East State. Attend a Pain Mgt. From 2013 to 2019.

I Ask Should I have Got Paid for My On Going Severe Neck Injury? After Neurosurgeon Surgery Did Not Work and Caused Me New Problems. Findings Cervical Myelopathy and Other New Problems. They did Not Pay Me for All these Years. My Counselor Told Me because I Could Not had Received Social Security... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Jul 14, 2022

It appears to me that your so called "counselor" gave you really bad advice. You may have been entitled to collect from every disability source for all your injuries and/ or disabilities simultaneously. You need to file all your claims immediately.

My advice is that you contact a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Appeals / Appellate Law for California on
Q: Is the failure of the prosecution to identify a primary target in a killzone instructions case be enough to reverse?

-In 2011, a Man was convicted of 4 attempted murders.

-Its a shooting in which nobody sustained an injury, nobody got hit.

-Prosecution introduced the killzone theory.

-Prosecution did not identify who the primary target was.

-Would this, in theory, be sufficient... View More

John Karas
John Karas
answered on Jul 13, 2022

No. Also, the time in which to file an appeal has already expired years ago.

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