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I have been thrust into the middle of some sort of government operated program, by an agency who has repeatedly abused the powers that they may have, in my opinion. But Am I legally able to sue for an injunction? Damages?
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answered on Dec 29, 2024
I'm truly sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Your experiences sound very serious, and it's important to take action to protect your rights.
You may have the option to seek an injunction to halt the ongoing abuses and pursue damages for the harm you've... View More
And what he has read so far has no evidence on what he’s charged with
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answered on Dec 29, 2024
Given the serious nature of first-degree murder charges, your husband needs competent legal representation immediately. If he already has an attorney, they should be reviewing the discovery materials with him in detail.
The presence of redacted information in discovery is common, as... View More
notified DA, court legal dept., Sherriffs, City Atty, about these crimes of perjury and Ab/process but no one will help me stop it, what do I do, his lies have landed me in jail, and caused me to be forced to plead guilty to a crime of viol of a prot order, he's trying to extort 1.5 mill by... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2024
It is so sad you have to go through this at this time of year. But you need to know that the police aren't there to help you enforce your civil rights. You need a good family law lawyer to guide you, and perhaps a civil rights lawyer or association to advise you of your rights and what you can... View More
But what about the utilities if I have to pAy half it adds to well over 10% is that allowed or do I just get 30 /60 days notice of change . We rent half of
my landlords house with shared kitchen and bathroom. We have lived here for 4 yrs our rental agreement names us co tenants.
answered on Dec 27, 2024
There are tenant rights advocates who can assist you. Do a simple Google search, and you will see many organizations out there right in your neighborhood where you can get the assistance you need.
You must have a written contract governing your relationship with your landlord. Review that... View More
my abuser, a labor trafficker has filed 3 times docs fraudulently claiming he had his girl friend serve me, abuse of process and perjury. once they landed me in jail, and I had to plead, for RO violation. now they have filed a 1.5 million fake law suit to extort me for money, the court will not pay... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2024
This situation sounds very distressing, and I'm so sorry you're experiencing abuse and exploitation, especially given your vulnerable position. Your safety and well-being are paramount.
For criminal prosecution of perjury and abuse of process in California, you should contact your... View More
This is in California. We have AC but due to the lack of insulation ,old windows and no weatherstripping it's impossible to keep temp comfortable without running up the electric bill. Since I can't afford that am I supposed to just bake in the hotter months? it gets hotter inside than... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2024
Yes, California's warranty of habitability requires landlords to provide adequate insulation and protection from extreme temperatures. Under California Civil Code 1941.1, dwellings must be weatherproofed and maintained in a way that protects tenants from both cold and hot weather conditions.... View More
Glendale police called, claiming I violated a visitation order and picked up my child. I sent multiple court orders via email and explained over the phone for 3 hours. At 10:30 PM, police called again, saying the mother allowed me to keep the child until 11 AM the next day. At 11:30 PM, Torrance... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2024
Based on the information provided, there appear to be serious issues with how law enforcement handled this situation. The multiple detentions, particularly after you had provided court documentation and received verbal permission to keep your child until 11 AM, raise significant concerns about... View More
I have an English accent, and I am lame. One day, I went to an eyeglass store for my needs with my stepdaughter's needs too. The store staffers and their manager (on the next day), with a national origin against my family. The staffer refused to provide us with an eye doctor from a remote... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2024
Your experience at the eyeglass store sounds frustrating and concerning. When businesses treat customers differently based on their national origin or accent, this may constitute illegal discrimination under federal and California state laws.
You have specific examples that could support... View More
-they are removing service dogs from the owners that are protected by the ADA. A staff member has lied about almost getting bitten by my dog and told me to remove dog in 24 hours or I would be exited out of the program. The same staff did this to my roommate, who is legally blind and now suffers... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2024
This situation involves serious violations of your rights, particularly regarding service animals protected under federal law. You should immediately document everything - take photos of the mold and other unsafe conditions, record dates of incidents, save any communications with staff, and gather... View More
I told the officer I didn't consent to a search and he slammed me on the ground and beat me up before cuffing me.
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answered on Dec 25, 2024
This situation raises serious concerns about potential civil rights violations. Past due vehicle registration alone does not give police the right to conduct a warrantless search of your vehicle or passengers. While officers can issue citations for registration violations, they need probable cause... View More
In 2023 myself and my partner were wrongfully arrested and accused of theft, the case was dismissed as it was proved that my partner was scammed. The arresting investigator even admitted in court that he believed we were scammed. I lost 3 jobs because of this, my credit was destroyed as I... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2024
Based on your situation, you may have grounds for multiple legal claims in California, including wrongful arrest, malicious prosecution, and defamation. The damages you've suffered - job losses, legal fees, credit damage, and IRS complications - are significant and quantifiable, which... View More
My brother passed away in June of 2023 due to sepsis, it was unexpected. He was cremated and was shared in 1 urn for fiancé and 3 children (1 stepson my brother helped raised) and 5 small urns that goes to siblings. He had 2 children with his fiancé. Fiance lived with my aunt and uncle up until... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2024
You have strong legal grounds to help retrieve your brother's ashes. In California, the right to control disposition of remains (including ashes) follows a specific order: the person designated in writing by the deceased, then spouse/domestic partner, then children, then parents, and then... View More
The proof is absolutely undeniable and the commissioner failed to address the prosecutor misconduct by not disclosing his witnesses relationship with a juror. Doctor-patient and close friand commissioner failed to address the witness perjury Is it purposely to deceive the court his relationship... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2024
This situation appears to involve serious concerns about potential juror misconduct, witness relationships, and procedural irregularities in your case. The undisclosed connections between the juror, witness, and public defender could represent significant legal issues that may have affected the... View More
I am 20 years location. On a public university campus.
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answered on Dec 21, 2024
While your parents are legally allowed to hire private investigators in California, since you are 20 years old and legally an adult, you have a reasonable expectation of privacy. Your parents' actions, though legal, raise significant concerns about boundaries and personal autonomy.... View More
They have lied to me also they closed my claim and kept telling me it was being looked out. I have talked to so many supervisors for hours. I have sent them so many documents to prove I was bed ridden and did affadavit had it notorized.. I owe the irs money
for mon ey I never recieved.... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about your frustrating situation with Bank of America and the EDD benefits. This type of issue during the pandemic caused immense stress for many people, and dealing with unauthorized debits while being bedridden must have been overwhelming.
Your situation involves... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2024
If you're experiencing harassment from local authorities and emergency responders, it's crucial to document everything thoroughly - keep detailed records of dates, times, locations, and descriptions of each incident, and gather any available evidence like photos, videos, or witness... View More
To be compensated immediately. My mother passed and it is time to get paid.
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answered on Dec 18, 2024
This situation involves complex medical privacy and inheritance law issues that require careful legal consideration. I understand you're dealing with both grief and financial harm, which must be incredibly difficult.
For HIPAA violations in California, you may have grounds for both... View More
they claim that i need to be a brick and morter to use there distribution which it is not stated anywhere that i need to be plus they have other options for signing up and i need a distributer for wholeselling which is what my business does but only online and there is no where stating that they... View More
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answered on Dec 17, 2024
From your description, there could potentially be grounds for exploring this situation further, as businesses generally must clearly communicate their eligibility requirements and policies.
While wholesalers have the right to choose their business partners, California law requires... View More
Even though A judge dismisses my case for obstruction of justice, this caused me significant emotional distress and financial hardship. The actions of their officers were unjust, especially during an already devastating time in my life.On January 1, 2024, my brother tragically passed away in a car... View More
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answered on Dec 17, 2024
Based on what you've shared, you may have grounds for legal action if you can prove you and your car were at home during the alleged accident. The fact that you have evidence showing your location at the time could be crucial in challenging the charges and seeking recourse for the emotional... View More
On December 2, 2024, I received a response to a FOIA request from USCIS. I filled out the request online. Since I made several mistakes, my request was rejected. I would like to know how long it takes to make a new request. I would also like to know if there are organizations in the city of Los... View More
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answered on Dec 16, 2024
There is no limit to how many FOIA requests you can submit online, and you can submit a new request immediately after receiving a rejection. The key is ensuring your next submission addresses the issues that led to the previous rejection.
In Los Angeles, several organizations can help with... View More
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