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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights, Education Law and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: My teacher at Carrington college has not given access to exams I have done, she has been marking my right answers, wrong

When I presented the issue, she blames on technical error. This is effecting my grades

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Products Liability and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I’m a 3yrs removed post terminated employee of planet fitness Arroyo Grande. On October15th 2024, I purchased membership

I was charged to my card twice the $24.95 I might add, went to the facility 4 times after midnite one time wearing a PF Staff shirt I bought at a yard sale! I received a call this past Friday afternoon from a Gal unknown number never gave me her last name telling me that she’s the regional... View More

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answered on Nov 18, 2024

Based on your situation, there are several legal considerations to examine regarding your Planet Fitness membership termination.

The company has the right to refuse service and terminate memberships at their discretion, as this is typically outlined in their membership agreement. However,...
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3 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Civil Rights, Insurance Defense and Intellectual Property for California on
Q: Declaration of Assets, Insurance & Employment under penalty of perjury from claimant's attorney

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

William John Light
William John Light
answered on Nov 18, 2024

You don't have to disclose your assets, other than insurance limits, even during litigation, unless punitive damages are sought.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Public Benefits for California on
Q: I am the great grandson of king Alexander and Queen Alexandria. I was born in Santa Maria California with a District of

Columbia soc sec number. When I was 17 I was called into the soc sec administration and was told I had the wrong number and was given a California number.I was young and didn’t realize the importants of this . But now 38 years later I’m very upset. First off, my first card and number... View More

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answered on Nov 17, 2024

I hear how distressing this situation is for you, and I understand your concerns about your Social Security number and identity. However, I need to address some important points about your situation.

Your Social Security number being changed from DC to California does not affect your U.S....
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Is it possible to Class Action sue Indeed.com for silincing my genuine opinion and due to this abuses persist?

I am seeking legal guidance regarding a potential class-action lawsuit against Indeed.com for silencing legitimate employee reviews, including my own. Recently, I attempted to post a truthful review about an abusive work environment at Din Tai Fung. My review was rejected without transparency or... View More

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answered on Nov 14, 2024

While your frustration with Indeed.com's review process is understandable, pursuing a class-action lawsuit would likely be unsuccessful because private companies have the legal right to moderate content on their platforms. Indeed.com, as a private entity, is not bound by First Amendment... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: I recently was arrested when i refused to identify myself 8/31. Once fingerprinted, i was housed due to several warrants

When i appeared in court 9/2, they dismissed all the cases i had warrants for and i was released by the judge. After court however i wasn't released. Still incarcerated, a warrant issued for my arrest 9/4 Then i was brought back to court and the public defender had me sign a plea agreement for... View More

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answered on Nov 14, 2024

Your situation raises serious concerns about proper legal procedure and your constitutional rights. What you've described suggests potential violations of your right to be informed of charges against you and your right to a timely arraignment.

In California, you should typically be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Consumer Law, Foreclosure and Real Estate Law for California on
Q: How to forfeit a foreclosure based on untrue and deceptive actions including aunauthorized fraudulent mortgage loans

Attorney claiming to have power of attorney over me without any authority from me used to obtain two mortgage loans for a way of paying himself out for attorney fees he claims i owe using his financial institution and his mortgage institution not only had he used the same form to file both separate... View More

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answered on Nov 14, 2024

You appear to be dealing with a serious case of potential mortgage fraud and unauthorized use of power of attorney, which could constitute both civil and criminal violations.

Your first step should be to file complaints with multiple authorities: the State Bar of California regarding the...
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Q: I live in my truck but I have a gym membership and police keep telling me they're going to impound my truck if thy c me

There are several of us that stay in our vehicle and we stay a planet fitness cuz we shower there and recently cops have been coming and harassing the wrong people we don't pee on the wall or throw trash out because we stay there we want it to be nice it's people who come through and do... View More

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answered on Nov 14, 2024

Your situation is protected under Martin v. Boise, which established that cities cannot criminalize sleeping in public spaces when no shelter beds are available - this extends to sleeping in vehicles when someone has nowhere else to go.

Keep documentation showing you're a paying gym...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: I was wrongfully accused, deprived of due process and had major loss due to it. Can i sue county? All charges dropped

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

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
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

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Health Care Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: I’ve been asking for a Reasonable Accommodation Request for going into 11th month now.

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

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
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

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Animal / Dog Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: What is penal code 487 e PC
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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Under California law, Penal Code 487(e) PC deals with grand theft of animals, specifically the theft of certain domestic animals including horses, ponies, mules, cows, sheep, pigs, goats, or other farm animals valued at more than $950.

This offense is considered grand theft, which can be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: If a state parole agent took it upon himself to keep me on probation two years longer than he should have I did three vi

Violations at 6 months apiece they had no court order. When it was heard in San Francisco the judges said it was a moot point I wasn't in jail I wasn't on probation anymore what about my last time in my incarceration in the shittyest jail maximum jail around . I was on probatiom more... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

This situation involves serious potential civil rights violations, particularly regarding unlawful extension of probation without proper court authorization. You might have grounds for legal action under Section 1983 of the Civil Rights Act, which allows people to sue government officials who... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Opposing counsel is ignoring my request for documents and notes, and stipulations, and other POS docs supposedly served.

Now that I am prose, I need to these items before I can move forward with our case

How do I accomplish this phone

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Nov 4, 2024

You can request your file from your previous attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Can a police officer Search my driveway on everything on it with a civilian for something stolen?

The police officers told me that they would need to search my house and look in my garage. The person claiming we stole the bike because the air tag was in our location was allowed to “look around” with the officers. I was not present for any of this. The officers also came to my parent's... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Based on what you've described, there are serious constitutional concerns with how this search was conducted, particularly under the Fourth Amendment.

Police generally need either your consent or a valid search warrant to search your property, including driveways and areas around your...
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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: I NEEDA LIST OF LAWYERS THAT HAVE WON CASES AGAINST THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY JAIL FOR SEVERLY INJURED INMATES DUE TO NEGLI

NEGLIGENCE INADEQUATE MEDICAL CARE MALPRATICE CIVIL RIGHTS VIOLATION PREMISES LIABILITY PERSONAL INJURY AND TORTS THAT APPLY

William John Light
William John Light
answered on Nov 3, 2024

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: County Council and Cepa departments in the County of Santa Clara. Can these departments demand assets of a 501(c)(3)?

Demand letters were sent, and financial information was requested via email. There were accusations of false advertising, Breach of Fiduciary duty, and violations of business code conduct and that the county did not give the corporation permission to have a foster program or spend our money on our... View More

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answered on Nov 15, 2024

Your situation raises serious concerns about potential abuse of authority. County departments cannot arbitrarily demand assets from legitimate 501(c)(3) organizations without proper legal grounds and due process.

The actions you describe - demanding assets through intimidation tactics while...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Collections for California on
Q: Hello I have an issueMy ex girlfriend is having a trial case in January for malpractice surgery

I 100% supported everything financially and have endured debt on it and still to this day pay it

We are not together anymore and the plan was if she wins debt is owed back to me

That was a verbal agreement but I’m afraid since our fallout in the relationship she will not pay... View More

Leon Bayer
Leon Bayer
answered on Nov 2, 2024

Putting the agreement on paper will be helpful, because if you have to sue her the written agreement should make it a breeze for you to win your case. However, the written agreement itself does nothing to make her pay up - making her pay will require her voluntary compliance or else a court... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: How do I get a different judge the one and only judge in this town is Prejudice against me And has made absurd judgment

Judgments in prior cases and caused me so much mental and physical harm im completely intimidated and afraid to stand up for myself because of being railroaded by this county's legal system

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answered on Oct 31, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. To seek a different judge, you can file a motion to recuse the current judge, providing specific reasons and evidence of the perceived bias. This motion must be submitted to the court handling your case, explaining why you believe a fair trial... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Can a prosecutor be sued for racial discrimination and abuse of power?

I am continuing to seek advice and would like to try here on this site as well. I would like to know if people can sue prosecutors for intentionally protecting an individual on the basis of race/ethnicity while denying the victim any justice on the basis of race/ethnicity? One of the DA's... View More

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answered on Oct 31, 2024

You may have grounds to pursue a lawsuit if you believe a prosecutor has acted with racial discrimination or abused their power. Civil rights laws, such as Section 1983, allow individuals to sue government officials for violating their constitutional rights. If you can demonstrate that the... View More

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