I'm a direct descendant of G.A. from the San Diego San Pasquale band of Mission Indians in 2010 we tried to get my mother's lineage proved verified especially now since all lives matter I would like my lineage proved so I have that for my niece and nephew I need to know how not to be... Read more »
answered on May 24, 2023
This is more of a genealogy question than a legal question. From a legal perspective, the federal government maintained Indian Census Rolls from 1885-1940. These rolls are available form multiple sources. You can obtain copies of your mother's birth certificate and then her parents'... Read more »
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answered on May 16, 2023
Review the Notarized Letter: Carefully review the notarized letter you signed granting temporary care of your child to your mother. Pay attention to the specific terms, duration, and conditions outlined in the letter. Understanding the scope and limitations of the arrangement will help inform your... Read more »
Need consultation to Have the Full right protect my living adults as a primary decision to allow 3adults to fulfill the future Ned's of one living sole mother with no resurface oof a breach as fault.Closed,past. Current affairs of a loss is now a issues per All government to County support.2024
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answered on May 22, 2023
I'm sorry, but I'm having difficulty understanding your request and the specific details you are providing. If you are a homeless single mother seeking consultation and support to protect your living situation and ensure the well-being of yourself and your dependents, I recommend reaching... Read more »
Need consultation to Have the Full right protect my living adults as a primary decision to allow 3adults to fulfill the future Ned's of one living sole mother with no resurface oof a breach as fault.Closed,past. Current affairs of a loss is now a issues per All government to County support.2024
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answered on May 16, 2023
In your situation, it is crucial to reach out to local resources and organizations that specialize in assisting homeless individuals, especially single parents. These organizations can provide guidance, support, and access to resources that may help you secure stable housing and address any complex... Read more »
Native American an they harass him on a Dailey because of background
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answered on Mar 7, 2023
I'm sorry to hear that your son has been mistreated by the police. If your son was physically harmed by the police and they falsified reports, he may have grounds to pursue legal action against the police department or the individual officers involved.
One option is to contact a civil... Read more »
I suffered food poisoning after eating a tainted dish from the cafe. Needless to say I was extremely sick as my body tried to eliminate the e.coli anyway possible as I sat in my hotel room bathroom. Upon standing up from toilet, I blacked out and slammed face first into the tile floor/door jamb... Read more »
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answered on Feb 24, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about your injury. In California, if you were injured on the property of an Indian casino, you may have a legal claim for personal injury. Indian casinos are owned and operated by sovereign nations, and they have their own laws and regulations that may differ from California... Read more »
Deterring from the use of a blank pleading page, what other forms are there?
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answered on Aug 30, 2022
You need a notice of motion, motion, and sometimes a memorandum of points and authorities. You also need to serve it on the opposing side and reserve a hearing date. You would also sometimes want to draft a proposed order. You would also make sure that it is used on pleading paper.
The land assignment has been passed down after my grandfather passed who was also chief.
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answered on Aug 16, 2022
I would strongly recommend finding a good tribal lawyer who is familiar with tribal law, particularly landlord-tenant issues. This is a niche area of law and it is important that you find quality legal representation.
Was admitted to me I didn't get a position I applied for was due to my teeth, witch is caused by my disability. Over my 7 years experience and went with 2 year employee I trained. They refuse to fallow ADA, making policies to overlook my position and over looking policies to suit themselves.... Read more »
answered on Jul 31, 2022
It is illegal to discriminate based upon disability. Denying you a promotion (in favor of non-disabled person) and requiring only you to work weekends (while letting the non-disabled people have weekends off) may be evidence of discrimination. These cases are very fact specific. You should consult... Read more »
that had stopped to wait for a spot my fault? car pointing in opposite direction for flow out parking area. Normally there are no cars behind those spaces. I did look but in blind spot. two scratches. for some reason said lets not report he got estimate for 1000.
answered on Jan 13, 2022
more info is needed.
if a sheriff is in pursuit, he could do so.
as a rule, it is beyond their jurisdiction and they are usually called by the tribe for booking.
however, some crimes are prosecuted by the Indian Tribe, and if so you should get a criminal lawyer with... Read more »
She passed several years ago, and the house is still in the name of her estate. We've been living in the house. First of all, we'd like to transfer the title to us, so we'll need to know how to do that. Beyond that, the house is in disrepair, and either needs to be completely... Read more »
answered on Nov 30, 2021
The process of administering a will is called probate. It sounds like the house is still in your mother-in-law's name because no probate was ever done. You need to hire a probate attorney to help you probate your mother-in-law's will. That will get the title to the house updated and... Read more »
answered on Jun 27, 2021
Your employer can require you to wear a mask. If you have a medical note indicating that you cannot wear a mask due to a medical condition, that does not mean you get to take the mask off and work like you did before the pandemic. Rather, the employer as the obligation at that time to determine... Read more »
Wasn't in casino took dog out to potty security approached ?about my Id in witch I had none boyfriend did .I was demanded to leave in a direction I did know at all I explained I'm not going that way and I'm going back inside to buy breakfast and then I was going to leave I... Read more »
answered on Jun 1, 2021
Contact a member of the Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC)--they give free consults. It's possible you have a case though I'm not sure if it is likely to cover the costs of bringing it.
I have until May 15th to settle any claims against them. I am 71yrs. old.
answered on Apr 12, 2021
more info will be needed.
you should contact a Personal Injury Lawyer asap....and one that understands Indian Law, as they have their own tribal court..........assuming you are going after them.
you will have to show why the casino might be responsible for a patron's... Read more »
I was recently can really meet at a California Indian casino when I suffered chemical burns on the back of my legs due to sitting down on a chair that had been treated with the chemicals that they spray to disinfect against Covid. This caused me severe pain and swelling and caused me to go into... Read more »
answered on Mar 28, 2021
more info needed.
you may have a case but the complicating factor is you need not only a PI lawyer but one with experience suing Indian tribes
google for local PI lawyers to see if they have this kind of experience.
Er didn't notify us test was even being done. It was a dip stick test with no 2nd confirmation test. One positive test followed by 6 negitive tests including on day of birth mom and baby tested clean. Cord blood came back clean. Mother has no criminal history of any kind, minor and adult.... Read more »
answered on Dec 26, 2020
More information is needed. The mother needs to find and obtain a lawyer with experience in Indian Child Welfare law in order to protect and assert her rights. If she needs your assistance, you need to remember that she will be the client and few attorneys will get involved in advising a client... Read more »
I was informed that requires more than a regular public medical malpractice attorney due to jurisdictional limitations dealing with tribal heath facilities. Thank you for your time!
Upon further investigation by local sheriffs and state funeral and burial bureau they had closed the case 9 months later they recovered his body only due to the smell cause refrigeration had broke down I want to know if I have a case againts the sheriff's department and the state for... Read more »
answered on Nov 20, 2019
Yes, your family has a claim for the negligent treatment of his remains. (Christensen v. Superior Court (1991) 54 Cal.3d868, 879 [2 Cal.Rptr.2d 79, 820 P.2d 181]). Contact a PI attorney to discuss.
I have proof that they mistreated me and recordings, I know that they have a personal vendetta with me.
answered on Sep 10, 2019
You have to provide a lot more detail in order to get decent legal advice. This is probably not the best forum for getting an answer for you. Contact the County Bar Association in the county in which the local office of TANF is located, and ask for a civil rights attorney referral. The initial... Read more »
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