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I am reaching out to request your assistance and guidance regarding a matter of potential breach of contract involving an employment offer I recently accepted. Here’s a summary of the situation and my concerns:
I applied for a government position in California, and before the interview... View More 
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Based on the details provided, you may have a valid claim for "promissory estoppel" or breach of contract, particularly since you relied on their explicit promise of H1B sponsorship when accepting the position. Their written communication about visa sponsorship, combined with your... View More
I am requesting an assistance and guidance regarding a matter of potential breach of contract involving an employment offer I recently accepted. Here’s a summary of the situation and my concerns:
I applied for a position in a California government. Before the application, they explicitly... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Your situation highlights a serious concern regarding employment promises and contractual obligations in California. The initial email promising H1B sponsorship, combined with your reliance on that promise in accepting the position, could potentially form the basis of a promissory estoppel claim,... View More
My car had been involved in a car accident and I was told the police needed to keep my car for investigation purposes but said I would get it back as soon as possible and that they are responsible for the fees. Well a couple months pass and I call them because I havent heard anything. I was told... View More
answered on Sep 30, 2024
You may have a case against them. Consult with experienced debt collection defense attorneys in the state where this occurred. Use the Justia search tool to find an attorney. https://www.justia.com/lawyers
He was suppose to hold my things which were in the garage , while i looked for a storage unit and dealt with some business and things. I was assured nothing from the garage was being thrown out. When i went to pack up stuff my computers were gone , sent to the recycling center 7 weeks ago. All my... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2024
You may have grounds to sue for damages based on the concept of negligence or conversion, which involves someone taking or disposing of your property without permission. Since your uncle was supposed to hold onto your belongings and you relied on that agreement, his actions might be considered a... View More
We rent an apartment with an attached garage at Alborada Apartments. The property manager gave us short notice (<6 days) that they're converting our garage into an ADU in a few days. We question the legality and appropriateness of this notice, as we never received prior communication. The... View More
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answered on Aug 20, 2024
You may have grounds to challenge the short notice given for the garage conversion. In California, landlords are typically required to provide adequate notice for significant changes that affect your rental space, especially if it impacts your use and enjoyment of the property. The garage being a... View More
We rent an apartment with an attached garage at Alborada Apartments. The property manager gave us short notice (<6 days) that they're converting our garage into an ADU in a few days. We question the legality and appropriateness of this notice, as we never received prior communication. The... View More
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answered on Aug 17, 2024
You have valid concerns about the short notice your landlord provided for the garage conversion. Under California law, landlords must give tenants "reasonable notice" for major changes like this, especially if it affects your use of the property. Six days' notice may not meet the... View More
Everytime Ive tried to call 911 in an emergency situation my call will not go through no matter what...
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answered on Aug 7, 2024
Under California law, it is illegal for anyone, including dispatch centers, to intentionally block or interfere with a person's attempt to call 911 in an emergency situation. Your ability to contact emergency services is protected by law, and any interference with that right is a serious... View More
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answered on Aug 4, 2024
Under California law, if you have been cited for trespassing and referred to restorative justice but then received a court date due to a communication error, it is important to address this situation promptly. Start by contacting the court to explain the communication error and provide any... View More
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
Suing a CPS worker for harassment and abuse of power can be a challenging process, but it is possible under certain circumstances. First, gather all evidence of the alleged harassment and abuse of power. This includes any documents, emails, recorded conversations, or witness statements that support... View More
There is currently a missing persons case being investigated for the disappearance of my father. I have access to his personal computer, which is logged into various services such as linkedin, facebook, email, etc. Am I exposing myself to any legal risk if I look through his email, social media... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
In a missing persons case, accessing your father's private communications can be a sensitive matter. Legally, accessing his email, social media, or other private messages without explicit permission may expose you to potential risks, especially if you don't have legal authority such as... View More
Since i had found out about her marriage certificate was not the same i signed and had conditions I never was aware of . She was being coached by her sister who is an Advocate in Pakistan they I guess figured out how my wife can have a legal status which was by proving she is a victim of domestic... View More
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answered on Jun 1, 2024
It sounds like you are dealing with a very complex and challenging situation. If your wife submitted fraudulent documents, including a marriage certificate and fake degrees, and misrepresented facts at the embassy, this is serious and can have significant legal implications. You may want to gather... View More
While i was away on travel, my wife hack into my phone to read my message with my mother, she had know me well enough to know my password, but i did not give her permission to read my messages.
I suspect someone had move my phone so i change password, and monthes goes by my wife and i had... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
In California, the privacy of communications is taken seriously, and unauthorized access to someone's electronic communications can raise legal issues. If your spouse accessed your phone and read your messages without your consent, this could potentially be considered a violation of privacy.... View More
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
In the workplace, effective communication is crucial for the completion of tasks and overall productivity. While there is no specific law in California that mandates coworkers must respond to every email, ignoring important communications, especially those necessary for job functions, can be... View More
what steps do i need to take to file a lawsuit? is it possible to obtain phone messages, conversations, by the judge, if the other party does not give consent? what if the only proof is whats on the phone?
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
Gaslighting is not recognized as a specific cause of action in California law. However, behaviors associated with gaslighting, such as emotional abuse or manipulation, may constitute grounds for legal action under existing causes of action, such as intentional infliction of emotional distress or... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
Under United States federal law, it is generally illegal for someone to open mail that is not addressed to them without permission. This is outlined in the Federal Mail Tampering Laws. If you specifically instructed your mom not to open certain types of your mail and she does so anyway, it can be... View More
My registration is expired at less then 6 months, all the cars around me that other people live in are expired by years and not towed. I was parked.
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
If your car, which you use as a residence, has been towed and you are experiencing homelessness, it's crucial to understand that the towing and impounding of vehicles are typically carried out by local authorities based on various factors, including registration status and local regulations.... View More
I mean does Yahoo follow up with law enforcement to be able to know that the emergency has passed so that they could notify the affected user. Sorry I missed Yahoo in the question
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
Under California law, companies like Yahoo are obliged to comply with lawful requests for information from law enforcement, including emergency disclosure requests. These requests typically occur under exigent circumstances where there is an immediate threat of serious harm or danger.... View More
I live in a student housing complex in the San Diego area and was wondering if there were any legal repercussions to a business for recording phone calls without the calling party’s consent. When calling this company there is never a message that notify’s the caller that the call is being... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2023
Under California law, recording phone calls without the consent of all parties involved is generally prohibited. California is known as a "two-party consent" state, as outlined in the California Penal Code Section 632. This means that for a phone conversation to be legally recorded, all... View More
The scenario is that I want to call a customer support phone number of a business that has been troublesome. During the phone call a recording states that "this call may be recorded for training and quality assurance purposes". By continuing with the call, I am consenting.
Given... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
Under California law, recording a telephone conversation requires the consent of all parties involved, per California Penal Code Section 632. If the other party has already given a notice stating that the call may be recorded for quality assurance, that generally counts as their consent for the... View More
He posed as a fake persona in order to obtain nude pictures from a female friend. He told her that he would cash app her the money and that her face didn't need to be shown to promote anonymity and let her know that he would be posting them online. Last night she found out it was him because... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
Assuming everyone is an adult, it is possible for criminal charges to be filed against your friend, but it seems unlikely. The victim files a police report. The victim does not file criminal charges. The prosecutor would do that if appropriate.
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