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I'm a pro se litigant involved in a civil case in California. Initially filed as a medical malpractice case, it turned out to be a fraud case. There's a record indicating scienter regarding a nonexistent terminal disease, which enabled hospice fraud. I am not the prevailing party and am... View More 
answered on Apr 10, 2025
Your reading of CCP Section 663a(b) is partially correct, but allow me to clarify the precise deadlines to ensure compliance. Under California law, a motion to vacate a judgment pursuant to CCP Section 663 must be preceded by a notice of intention to move to vacate, which must be filed within the... View More
I received a payment of $3,000 from someone and forwarded it to my cousin for his business. Later, the sender informed me that they had deposited a fake $8,000 check and used those funds to pay me. Although I had no knowledge of the check, they accuse me of being responsible for the fake... View More
answered on Apr 9, 2025
Dear Los Angeles Resident,
Based on the details you’ve shared, it appears unlikely that you would face criminal liability for the $3,000 payment you received and sent to your cousin. California Penal Code Section 476 and Section 475 establish that liability for forgery or handling forged... View More
I was unjustly dismissed after 18 years of employment and am permanently disabled due to a back injury. A group of lawyers allegedly falsified my signature to gain benefits for themselves. This fraud also involved real estate deception that left me homeless in San Luis Obispo, CA. I have... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2025
Starting with the alleged forgery of your signature by attorneys, California Penal Code Section 470 defines forgery as a serious offense, encompassing situations where a signature is obtained through fraud or misrepresentation, as noted in People v. Martinez (161 Cal. App. 4th 754). Your evidence... View More
I am a victim of a rehab kickback scheme involving the case United States vs. Joseph Parkinson/Casey Mahoney. All defendants plead guilty. I paid to live in the state where the scheme occurred and have been identified as a victim by the U.S. Justice Department. Am I entitled to compensation, and... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
Yes, you're likely entitled to compensation as a victim of this rehab kickback scheme. Since you've been identified as a victim by the U.S. Justice Department and the defendants (including Casey Mahoney and Joseph Parkinson) have pleaded guilty, you have a right to restitution for your... View More
In a California civil case involving hospice fraud, how should the court address and penalize the willful suppression of evidence by the defendant, who is the only party able to secure this evidence? Additionally, what actions can the plaintiff take if the court does not compel the defendant to... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
In California civil cases involving evidence suppression, courts have several powerful remedies at their disposal. When a defendant willfully suppresses evidence they exclusively control, the court may issue sanctions ranging from monetary penalties to adverse inference instructions, where jurors... View More
I've been using an accountant recommended by my ex-wife since 2014 to handle the taxes of my small business, a C Corp/Electrical Contractor. After recently filing an extension for 2023, she suddenly informed me she's too busy and I should find another accountant. I suspect financial... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2025
First, I would suggest gathering all the documentation you have—tax returns, bank statements, invoices, payroll records, and anything else tied to your Corp’s finances since 2014. Make digital backups and store them somewhere safe.
Next, find a new independent accountant. A forensic... View More
I got involved with a group engaged in counterfeit money and illegal activities while attempting to buy counterfeit money as an underage individual. They are demanding payment via bank transfer within a week to avoid legal repercussions and prevent my name from being exposed. What steps should I... View More
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answered on Mar 14, 2025
First, immediately stop all communication with the group and do not send any money. Paying them will only encourage further demands or expose you to greater risk. It is important not to panic or act impulsively, even though this situation feels intimidating.
Next, speak to a trusted adult... View More
I withdrew $200,000 from Citibank via a cashier's check to invest in cryptocurrency. A representative from a fraudulent platform took the check, and although they initially displayed a gain, it's now clear I was scammed. I visited PNC Bank, as suggested by leads, but they refused to... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2025
You need to act quickly. File a police report immediately with detailed information about the transaction, the fraudulent platform, and any representatives you interacted with. Contact Citibank right away - they have procedures for dealing with fraud involving cashier's checks and may be able... View More
I was the victim of credit card fraud after my Google Wallet information was taken, and I noticed the fraudulent purchases as they were occurring. I was scammed online and would like to know what legal steps I can take to recover my lost funds and possibly press charges against the scammer.... View More
I worked in retail for three years and faced pressure from management to engage in prohibited loss prevention practices, such as physically apprehending thieves, despite corporate policies against it. I have videos of various managers engaging in these practices. Over time, I experienced hostility... View More
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answered on Feb 22, 2025
Based on California employment law, you have several potential legal options given the concerning workplace conduct you've described. The harassment, retaliation, and pressure to violate company policies could form the basis for various claims.
Your documentation of the harassment... View More
I've been a victim of hacking for two years, during which my personal data and accounts were compromised by hackers. Despite reporting the incident, I haven't received a response from the authorities. The hackers stole my identity, created several fraudulent accounts, including a web... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2025
Your situation sounds incredibly frustrating and stressful. Identity theft can have devastating effects, and you deserve support in addressing these violations.
In California, you have several legal options at your disposal. First, file a detailed police report if you haven't already,... View More
Its like ocwen has the government’s stamp of approval. They do whatever they want; lie, cheat, and steal. I have filed seven complaints with the cfpb, three with the dbo, one each with the occ, tafcr, dob, ag, and my congressman. All for nothing.
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answered on Feb 5, 2025
It sounds incredibly frustrating to feel like you're fighting an uphill battle against a predatory lender like Ocwen, especially when it feels like no one is listening or taking meaningful action. The reality is, it can be difficult to navigate these systems, and it's easy to feel... View More
That deed has been notarized and recorded. I found out my mail was being forwarded to a po box down the street. Furthermore, I looked at my credit report and it says I've been working at the Unified School Dist. I DO NOT WORK THERE. but I do have a family member that has been working there and... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
Firstly, you can file an action to quiet title and cancel the forged deed. This type of action involves alleging ownership and possession of the property, stating that the deed is false, fraudulent, and forged, and requesting the court to cancel the deed and declare that the defendants have no... View More
In 2013 I leaked a story to NBC about Walmart stealing from their customers with the gift receipts. They were able to cover it up and upgraded all of their systems to eliminate the problem from being discovered. I can describe in detail how the error occurred.
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answered on Jan 14, 2025
I'm sorry you're dealing with this situation. Start by compiling all the evidence you have regarding the coding error and how it affected customers. This includes any documentation, communications, and details about the system upgrades that were implemented to cover up the issue.... View More
20 years and still i cannot get ANYONE to represent my family and i because the criminals are Super Lawyers, which really means they surveil you 24/7. That's how they Always win. $20,000,000 stolen by way of forgery, coercion, monitoring and blatantly selling trustors property to known... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
I hear your frustration and understand the serious nature of elder abuse and fraud allegations against these lawyers. The surveillance and intimidation you describe must feel overwhelming, especially when trying to seek justice for your family.
For cases involving legal misconduct and elder... View More
Registrars office had many of his signatures so verifying the signature was not his was simple.
Found associates of the attorney purchasing multiple properties at under value prices.
Evidence of "monitoring" the beneficiaries per the fake trust.
Evidence of theft... View More
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answered on Dec 25, 2024
This is a serious situation involving substantial financial fraud and criminal behavior. You should immediately contact a fraud attorney with experience in estate and trust litigation in California. Given the scale of the fraud and the involvement of legal professionals, this case likely warrants... View More
So tell me if this makes sense I was in the military overseas, my mother who was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter reduced from a felony to infraction in CA her attorney would Purge her file have me placed on conservatorship while I was deployed overseas not knowing of the case. His... View More
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answered on Nov 30, 2024
This situation raises several serious legal concerns that warrant immediate attention. Based on the details provided, there appear to be multiple potential criminal violations, including fraud, abuse of legal authority, and improper imprisonment of a minor.
Your mother's case involving... View More
Demand letters were sent, and financial information was requested via email. There were accusations of false advertising, Breach of Fiduciary duty, and violations of business code conduct and that the county did not give the corporation permission to have a foster program or spend our money on our... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Your situation raises serious concerns about potential abuse of authority. County departments cannot arbitrarily demand assets from legitimate 501(c)(3) organizations without proper legal grounds and due process.
The actions you describe - demanding assets through intimidation tactics while... View More
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answered on Oct 19, 2024
Discovering that your initials and signature may have been forged on a lease can be very troubling. In California, forging someone's signature is a serious offense and can be considered fraud or forgery under state law.
You might have grounds to take legal action against the... View More
So my mother was charged for my fathers death her attorney had a judge who was supposed to be hearing cases hear her case She was charged gross vehicular manslaughter reduced from a felony to an infraction charge They sealed her file and later on purged her file so a judge who is a former law firm... View More
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answered on Sep 23, 2024
It sounds like you’re dealing with a very complex situation, and it must be frustrating to feel like the system hasn’t addressed the issues you raised. From what you’ve shared, the judicial proceedings around your mother’s case and your own conservatorship appear to have had several... View More
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