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If you are facing a charge from confronting a stalker. Can you still sue them? Charge was brandishing. Have it documented and videos proving assault and battery, along with aggravated stalking committed by them. I’m guessing plaintiff attorney is who I need to hire. Have a Defense attorney... View More 
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answered on Dec 18, 2024
Yes, you can pursue a civil case against your stalker even while facing criminal charges yourself. The civil and criminal cases are separate legal matters that can proceed independently of each other.
Your defense attorney is handling the brandishing charge, but you're right that... View More
I signed up for a payment deferral in September that was set to begin in December (14th). I signed up for this deferral while I was awaiting a supervisor review of my account for customer service and payment issues. I was contacted in November about account delinquency when that should have not... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2024
Your situation with Hyundai Motor Finance sounds frustrating and potentially unlawful, especially given the signed deferral agreement and lack of proper notice before repossession.
You have several potential legal options to address this wrongful repossession. Consider filing a complaint... View More
I signed up for a payment deferral in September that was set to begin in December (14th). I signed up for this deferral while I was awaiting a supervisor review of my account for customer service and payment issues. I was contacted in November about account delinquency when that should have not... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2024
Your situation with Hyundai Motor Finance sounds frustrating and potentially unlawful, especially given the signed deferral agreement and lack of proper notice before repossession.
You have several potential legal options to address this wrongful repossession. Consider filing a complaint... View More
I attended a service for free in exchange for providing service. a contract is required to be able to recieve the free service in return for a year's work. I was able to attend the free service without signing the contract and was never asked for the contract and was not kicked out for not... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
Without knowing what the services were, it's impossible to answer your questions.
I was attacked by security guards at a restaurant, the same guards stalked me for over a year(have it documented in photos and videos the lawsuit would be intentional infliction of emotional destress, premise liability due to being assaulted and battered at their establishment. Defamation is a... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
A personal injury attorney. When selecting a personal injury attorney, it’s important to assess their expertise, approach, and compatibility with your needs. Here are three good questions to ask:
1. What is your experience with cases similar to mine?
This helps you understand if... View More
usc 42 1983, police fabricated evidence in police report and falsely accused me of a crime(have proof I did not commit the crime) so defamation would be in the complaint, discovery yeilded that the states witness is a multi convicted felon who has multi weapons charges and thefts of other peoples... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
If you've been wrongfully arrested and have evidence of police misconduct, it's important to take the right legal steps. You may have claims for malicious prosecution, false imprisonment, and defamation, among others. An attorney experienced in civil rights and constitutional law can help... View More
LinkedIn account compromissed
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answered on Dec 6, 2024
First, take immediate action to secure your account. Change your password right away through LinkedIn's password reset process, and enable two-factor authentication if you haven't already. Contact LinkedIn's support team directly to report the breach and get help recovering your... View More
The person who I am nearly certain stole my vehicle will seek revenge. This will not likely be in the form of violence but rather by smearing me publicly with whatever false information or claims or accusations will hurt the most.
What should I do? This is an awful feeling, to be unable... View More
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answered on Nov 20, 2024
Your concern about potential retaliation through defamation is completely understandable, but you have legal rights both regarding the vehicle theft and any future false statements made against you.
You should document everything related to the vehicle theft and any evidence pointing to... View More
I didn’t give them permission to use my birth or I didn’t give them permission to file anything. A restraining order case is public records. Anyone can get access to my birth certificate.
A coworker stated that I violated county policy by using propritary information as a conduit for personal gains to my second job. I was a California lifeline agent and i enrolled our low income population for free cell phones. My main job i was a mental health counselor. This coworker stated this... View More
answered on Oct 30, 2024
If you can prove that this co-worker made objectively false statements that harmed your reputation and caused you damages you may well have a defamation claim. The issue will be whether it makes sense to attempt to make a claim of this sort against a co-worker, who likely does not have the money... View More
A few days ago I was shopping in Walmart and I had already purchased 1 item from electronics and I was walking around the store with a basket and another item, a $10 charger cord. I have just quit work for the day and I was winding down as I walked the store. Walmart security comes to the area... View More
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answered on Oct 27, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your experience at Walmart. Being wrongly accused and asked to leave can be both upsetting and humiliating, especially when you feel you've been racially profiled.
In California, you may have legal grounds to pursue a case for harassment, defamation, or... View More
Husband abused me. Then continued to post separation by defaming me & taking away child. Supervisor violated my religious rights.
Financial hardship, emotional pain
He is protected. I cannot sue him for defamation. Family court will not clear my name. I cannot sue emergency... View More
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answered on Oct 23, 2024
I’m truly sorry you're facing these challenges. Reaching out to a local attorney who understands family and defamation law in California can provide guidance tailored to your situation.
Support organizations for domestic violence survivors can offer resources and assistance, helping... View More
my husband was hospitalized for a severe infection. he is also a drug addict, while in the hospital he overdosed. i had just arrived and was followed in by a nurse who was doing a routine check on him. i stated that something wasn't right and that there was something wrong. so she called for... View More
answered on Oct 17, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal. It's possible that there could be grounds for a defamation lawsuit - an attorney could advise more definitely if it would be a viable to bring such a suit. It's worth noting that such cases could be handled on a pay-as-you-go basis, which means legal fees... View More
He has been verbally abusive and has threatened to kick me out. He had a woman hit me for some made up story he made up to have her hurt me..he is manipulative and has caused much pain and suffering. He kicks me out then allows me to come back only to kick me out again. I want to know from a legal... View More
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
In California, even if you’ve lived in your boyfriend’s trailer for only a few months, you may have tenant rights under the law. Since you’ve been residing there for about five months, you could be considered a tenant, which means he cannot simply kick you out without going through proper... View More
Claims filed (and rejected or ignored) in accordance with California law governing legal action against County/State government agencies
Kern County District Attorney - False Felony Charges filed to delay judgement against the State Negligence, False Imprisonment. Malicious Prosecution,... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2024
The State Bar Association and your county bar association both have referral services.
Media what can be done about this is in California what steps can be done my rights have been violated and now this person create narratives and etc with it they are into the street life and all they associates in prison and outside knows I reported this person contacted me on a cell phone made... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2024
What paperwork? This could mean almost anything. The prisoner would certainly have access to any court documents concerning him or his children.
My husband had a heart attack and is in the hospital incapacited. I have been threatened by his brother and sister in law stating that I had better make certain financial decisions and insinuated there would be certain repercussions if I didn’t. My husband is a police officer and they lied to... View More
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answered on Aug 27, 2024
You may have legal grounds to pursue a restraining order if you feel threatened, especially if the threats are causing you distress and financial harm. In California, harassment, including threats, can justify seeking a restraining order, particularly if it impacts your ability to make decisions... View More
A parent call other parents of a first grade class I taught and lied. Then they all called the school and I lost my job.
The parents had no evidence for what they claimed and the police investigation (questioning other adults who were in the room and teachers assistance) found no evidence... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2024
You will need a complete understanding California SLAPP Law and Anti-SLAPP Motions.
I have had several things said about me and to me that I feel have been unacceptable by my storage facility I have not done anything out of the ordinary, except one evening my purse was stolen while I was in my unit. My purse was just beside the bay door of my unit. I had asked to see the camera... View More
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answered on Aug 25, 2024
It sounds like you're going through a tough and unfair situation. First, it's important to know that storage facilities often have clauses in their contracts that limit their liability for stolen items, which is why they may be claiming they aren't responsible for your stolen purse.... View More
was involved . They are using tactics and etc
To say something is wrong with me which means they secretly was finding away to put the blame on me & using everything they possibly can say to turn it on me
Saying it's all my fault & blaming what's been done to me I... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2024
In California, you have the right to seek legal recourse if you believe you are being unfairly targeted or manipulated. It can be incredibly frustrating and disheartening when you feel that those in power are not listening or responding to your concerns. However, there are still steps you can take... View More
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