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Q: Can I sue for damages to my vehicle after work was supposedly done to it? Found a multiple issues afterwards.

Too many to list, I have dates and video documentation of all the issues I found. I've given this shop several chances to make it right and now my vehicle has more problems.

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answered on Dec 19, 2024

Yes, you can sue for damages in California if a repair shop's work caused problems with your vehicle or failed to properly fix existing issues. This falls under both breach of contract and potential negligence claims, especially if you can prove the shop's work directly led to additional... View More

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Q: I bought a car from a tow yard and after repairing it take it to the dmv to find out it’s a stolen vehicle

I put over 14k into this vehicle and go to register it and the dmv tells me it was stolen from another state. It was a rental car. Major front end damage. I previously took the paperwork to the dmv to register it, paid all the fees but still needed to smog it. Got it smogged and went back to have... View More

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

You have legal recourse in this unfortunate situation, and you should act quickly to protect your interests. The tow yard may be liable for selling you stolen property, regardless of whether they knew its status at the time of sale.

Your first step should be gathering all documentation...
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Q: Do i have a case with the chp ? If I have evidence that my car and I were home at the time of the accident

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 15, 2024

Based on your description, you may have grounds for legal action if you can prove you and your car were at home during the alleged accident time. Having concrete evidence of your whereabouts could help establish your innocence and support potential claims for emotional distress and wrongful... View More

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Q: What to do if I found a video of the Jalisco cartel making some speech on a hardrive from a old family.

Alright I found this flashdrive in there car and decided to see what they had on it.. which I know Is bad but I found a video of the Jalisco cartel making a speech, I cannot find the video anywhere else so.. I think this was recorded or something. what should I do?

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answered on Dec 14, 2024

This is potentially serious evidence of criminal activity that should be handled carefully for your safety. I strongly recommend not viewing any additional content on the drive, as it could contain illegal material.

You should contact your local FBI field office or law enforcement...
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Q: My electricity has been off for 24 hours, and this is a repeated occurance by the electric company, what can I do?

Our electric company has shut off our power for "high winds" but we haven't had wind for about 12 hours, we also noticed only certain sections and houses on certain streets dont have power but other areas do, including businesses. They're now telling us our power won't be... View More

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

Under California law, you have several important rights and options when dealing with extended power outages. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) requires utility companies to maintain reliable service and properly notify customers of planned outages.

You should start by...
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Q: I sold my vehicle via a bill of sale and the new owner is using my license plate without registering new owner with DMV

On 01/15/24, my wife and I gave away (0$) our vehicle registered in her name via a bill of sale. The car was junk and did not work. Since then, the vehicle was fixed and sold to another owner without registering with the CA DMV. This was only made aware to me by toll charges being sent to my new... View More

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

You need to take immediate action to protect yourself from potential liability since your license plate is being used without authorization. In California, you remain legally responsible for any violations, tolls, or accidents involving a vehicle displaying your plates - even after selling the car.... View More

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Q: Hit by a young lady driving her father's insured vehicle. The claim was denied by his insurance company as she was not

an insured driver on the policy. The police report clearly shows she is at fault. I only carried liability only at the time.

What can I do to have her fix my vehicle?

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

You have several options to pursue compensation for your vehicle damage in this situation. Even though the insurance company denied the claim, you can still hold both the driver and the vehicle owner (her father) legally responsible.

Your first step should be to file a claim directly...
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Q: Can an emergency assessment be used to cover ADDITIONAL costs of a repair in an HOA common area that was in excess of 5%

of the budget but where the initial assessment was voted on and approved by the homeowners...With The Provision That There May Be Additional Costs.

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answered on Dec 6, 2024

In California HOA law, your situation raises an important distinction between initial and emergency assessments. The key factor here is that your initial assessment already went through proper voting procedures.

Even with the provision warning of potential additional costs, emergency...
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Q: can a water utility company charge a late fee if a partial payment was made.

I was told that if a payment was made even if it was only $1.00 and they received the payment it would be considered a payment plan and a late fee could not be charged. that just doesn't seem correct and I'm trying to learn more

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answered on Dec 6, 2024

You may want to review the terms and conditions of your water utility agreement, because not all companies follow the same rules. Even if you were told that paying any small amount before the due date creates a payment plan, that information may not match official policy. Some utilities maintain... View More

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Q: A problem occurred involving the property in an HOA and an emergency assessment was voted on and approved by homeowners.

Subsequently, some additional work was needed on the Same problem by the same contractor. Are the homeowners required to vote again or can the Board approve the additional funds?

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answered on Dec 6, 2024

According to California Civil Code Section 5605, the Board has the authority to approve additional expenditures for ongoing projects without requiring another homeowner vote, as long as the total increase doesn't exceed 5% of the original budgeted expense for that year.

If the...
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Q: What if any liability risk would I face placing parking violation notices on vehicles parked in my HOA

My HOA has asked me to assist in placing warning notices on vehicles parked in violation of the CC&R's

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answered on Dec 5, 2024

When placing parking violation notices in your HOA, it's important to follow the community's CC&Rs carefully. Ensure that the rules you’re enforcing are clearly defined and that you have the authority to issue notices as outlined in the governing documents. Inconsistent application... View More

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Q: I have a petition for partition that was served on me in California for property in Kansas. I would like to file a count

counter proposal but don't have a lawyer can I file it on my own and if so how do I do that?

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answered on Dec 3, 2024

You have the right to file a counter-petition in response to the partition action, even without legal representation. Since this involves property in Kansas but you're being served in California, you'll need to understand both states' legal requirements.

Filing a...
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Q: I’m wondering what I can legally do about a woman I’ve known for almost 25 years.

This has been ongoing since 8th grade. She was new in school and was giving me dirty looks since before I even knew her name. To this day I dont know why. The only thing I can think of was she overheard me tell a joke about a pollock & said “hey I’m polish better stop”. And I had just... View More

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answered on Dec 2, 2024

Your situation sounds incredibly frustrating, dealing with this targeted harassment for such an extended period.

If she's openly slandering you and creating hostile environments at your child's activities, you have several legal options to consider. You could start by documenting...
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Q: If I make MAHA artwork, do I have to pay a fee?
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answered on Nov 28, 2024

When creating MAHA (Making Art, Helping All) artwork, you won't need to pay any fees. This program encourages artists to contribute their talents while supporting community initiatives.

You're free to create and submit artwork through MAHA without financial obligations. The...
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Q: As a renter in CA can mold be removed however a property management group wants or does it have to be under containment

we had a water leak in our laundry room and remediation was done under full containment with air scrubbers and negative pressure. After it was completed, it was found that some wet flooring was missed. The property management group is trying to remove this flooring without using the containment... View More

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answered on Nov 27, 2024

Under California law, landlords must address mold issues promptly and follow proper safety protocols to protect tenants' health. The California Department of Public Health recommends that any mold remediation over 10 square feet should be handled with appropriate containment measures to... View More

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Q: Curious. I was a 12 year old kid that witnessed the 1986 cerritos air disaster. Ptsd is the result. But those effected?
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answered on Nov 26, 2024

I'm truly sorry you had to witness the 1986 Cerritos air disaster. Experiencing such a traumatic event as a child can leave deep emotional scars, and it's understandable that you're dealing with PTSD as a result.

Many others who were present during the disaster may also have...
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Q: was told to leave a store and not come back for stealing. They showed me a picture of the person

was told to leave a store and not come back for stealing. They showed me a picture of the person stealing and it was

Not me. I asked the security guard to show me the photo again and he refused and told me to leave.i shop at this store all the time and now icant

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answered on Nov 25, 2024

If you were wrongly accused and have proof it wasn't you in that photo, you should take immediate action to clear your name. Consider asking to speak with the store manager or district manager, as they might be more willing to review the situation thoroughly.

You can write formal...
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Q: Charges 25850(A) PC, 25400(A)(2) PC, 32310(A) PC, 186.22(A) PC, 182(A)(1) PC, 25850(A) PC

What are these charges and how long is my son looking at?

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answered on Nov 25, 2024

I understand you're concerned about your son's situation. Let me break down these California criminal charges:

The charges involve several weapons-related offenses: 25850(A) PC is carrying loaded firearms in public, 25400(A)(2) PC refers to carrying concealed firearms, and...
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Q: hello needing some advice about a car purchased sight unseen.

We were in contact with the dealership for a few days, they sent photos and videos.

But When receiving the car we realized there was a ton of isssues with the car that the dealer didn’t disclose to us.

1. Broken driver seat

2. Mold in the trunk of the vehicle

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

In California, dealerships have strict legal obligations to disclose known material defects and issues with vehicles before sale. The issues you've discovered - especially the mold (which is indeed a biohazard) and undisclosed modifications that affect emissions compliance - represent serious... View More

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Q: Was I denied my procedural due process and am I being blackmailed by my HOA?

I showed up for Hearing as demanded by my HOA to give my defense and review the evidence against me for 4 alleged violations. The HOA rep. that came out to help me said I wasn’t on the schedule and she couldn’t find any records for the violations except for one and asked if I took care of it. I... View More

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answered on Nov 20, 2024

Based on what you've described, it appears your due process rights under California Civil Code §5855 were indeed violated when the HOA conducted the hearing without your presence, especially after their representative told you that you could leave.

The HOA's actions raise serious...
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