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On June 13th, while at school, I was attacked by a classmate without retaliating. Although I did not fight back, I received a hand scratch, and my glasses lens were fractured during the incident. A teacher witnessed the event and called us both to the office. The school plans to discuss... View More 
I am having an ongoing dispute with my neighbor about an alleged issue with my septic system. On June 14, 2025, he accused me of causing puddles in our shared backyard area and claimed his pets became sick after drinking the water. I did not find any evidence of puddles or septic issues in my yard,... View More
My daughter's father was killed on 04/30/2025 in a head-on collision in Platteville, Colorado. I believe the accident was not solely the driver's fault, and suspect the authorities may have mishandled the situation beyond simply relocating the vehicle. It's been covered extensively... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
First, I’m deeply sorry for your loss. What you’re facing is incredibly painful, and it’s understandable that you want answers and accountability. In Colorado, a wrongful death case can be brought by certain family members, including the surviving child or parent, and it’s often pursued... View More
I am experiencing issues with my neighbor, who has a security camera pointed directly at the middle of my backyard from their second-story window. This situation has intensified after a 9-year-old girl from their family made false accusations against me, which her family believes. Despite trying to... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
It’s completely understandable that this situation is taking a toll on you, especially when it involves both privacy concerns and emotional strain. In Utah, there are few specific laws limiting the direction or placement of home security cameras unless they are used to intentionally invade a... View More
I have been attending a church where the pastor consistently directed attention toward me, making me uncomfortable. After discussing this with a church leader, I was reprimanded by the head elder and his wife, accused of falsehood, and restricted in who I could communicate with in the church. There... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
What you’ve gone through sounds deeply painful, and no one deserves to feel targeted or emotionally harmed in a place that should offer peace and support. Even though you're not a formal member of the church, your concerns still matter. Churches have a moral responsibility—if not always a... View More
I granted temporary guardianship of my 4-year-old daughter to my father and step-mother in North Carolina through a signed contract, intending to live with her after moving there. However, they deceitfully gained full custody by exploiting my hardship. They managed to proceed without serving me... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
This situation sounds deeply painful, and you have every right to feel betrayed and confused. When custody is transferred through deceit or without proper notice, you may have grounds to challenge the court’s decision. If the custody case was handled in North Carolina and that’s where the court... View More
I purchased a new construction manufactured home in July 2024, and the manufacturer and installer are not honoring the warranty. The roof blew off in January, deemed defective by both a licensed roofer and my insurance provider. Repairs have also been inadequate, leading to water leaks, mold, a... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
You’ve been through an incredibly stressful and unjust situation, and it’s understandable that you feel overwhelmed. When a new manufactured home suffers this kind of structural failure—especially so soon after purchase—and the warranty is ignored, it points to serious breaches in both... View More
I am a beneficiary in a will in Florida, where I was given a condo that was homesteaded by the deceased, who had no spouse or minor children. Originally, a personal representative—also the deceased's best friend and attorney—permitted me to live in the condo and notified the HOA of the... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
It’s clear you’ve been fighting for your rightful inheritance for a long time, and that’s both exhausting and unfair. When a will clearly gives you the condo and there are no minor children or surviving spouse, Florida law generally protects homesteaded property from being used to pay estate... View More
I am dealing with a situation involving a non-profit museum that is not named as a beneficiary in a recent will dated June 2019, which revokes all prior wills and codicils. The museum claims ownership of my art collection based on a separate document tied to an older will dated August 27, 2014,... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
You’re right to question the museum’s claim, especially if there’s a newer will that clearly revokes all previous versions. In Florida, when a later will explicitly revokes an earlier one, the older documents—including any separate writings tied to them—usually carry no legal weight... View More
Four months ago, I made a legal threat to a small website after being banned incorrectly. I mentioned finding minor explicit content on their site. The other party responded that I should communicate through lawyers. Since then, I haven't received any official communication or papers from... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
It’s understandable to feel uneasy after a tense exchange like that, especially when it involved legal threats. But based on what you’ve described, the fact that four months have passed without any legal communication is a good sign. If the other party were seriously considering legal action,... View More
I attempted to give my son one acre of land, but later realized that the document I signed transferred two acres due to misrepresentation. I have witnesses who can confirm I intended to sign for only one acre, and I want to ensure that my other children receive their shares of the land. The down... View More
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answered on Jun 14, 2025
You absolutely have the right to challenge a land transfer if it was based on misrepresentation or a misunderstanding. If you can show that your true intention was to transfer only one acre, and not two, then the court can consider that in deciding whether the document should be corrected or... View More
My grandfather left me a legacy as the sole beneficiary, including 640 acres of land with the Diamond Pipeline running through it and significant financial assets. However, my brother and aunt allegedly used fraudulent means to steal my inheritance. I have evidence of forgery, including altered... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
What you’re dealing with sounds painful and incredibly frustrating, especially when it involves family and something as meaningful as your grandfather’s legacy. In Oklahoma, inheritance fraud is taken seriously, particularly when there's evidence of forgery or tampering with official... View More
I worked for the Michigan Department of Correction (MDOC) for approximately 17 years as a just-cause employee. In October 2020, I was terminated for pretext reasons, specifically "alleged falsification of medical documentation." I appealed the wrongful discharge administratively and... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
You’ve already taken some strong steps by winning your appeals and having your termination recognized as wrongful. Since you were a just-cause employee with the Michigan Department of Corrections, your employment was protected from termination without legitimate reason, which often functions as a... View More
I am in Washington state, and my son, who has never paid rent, moved out three weeks ago. He agreed to move his furniture and boxes when I am home, but recently, he brought people into my home to assist him while I was not there, without my permission. We had an understanding that he would only... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
In Washington state, even though your son lived in your home and didn’t pay rent, he still needed to follow the rules you both agreed to when he moved out. If you had a clear understanding that he was only to enter the home when you were present and not bring others, then entering without your... View More
I recently obtained the transcript of a restraining order hearing from this year and discovered that the records have been significantly altered, with the original details missing. A lawyer I spoke with mentioned that nothing can be done about it. How should I proceed to address this issue?
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
Discovering that your hearing transcript appears altered is a serious concern, especially when it involves a restraining order that may affect your safety or legal rights. If critical details are missing or have been changed, it’s worth taking the next steps to protect your record and hold the... View More
I fell victim to a romance scam on TikTok, where a woman pretended to be a man from another state. I know who she is and have all the conversations and gift card receipts, totaling $2,000. Our online interaction lasted about a month, and I've gathered information from Facebook about her. While... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
It’s painful to realize you’ve been scammed, especially when emotions were involved. You’re not alone—many people have gone through something similar and felt ashamed, but you did the right thing by keeping the receipts and saving the messages. That evidence could be important if you choose... View More
I have a sibling living in an inherited house in California. This is apparently an at-will tenancy. If they refuse to leave and offer only to pay the taxes and insurance directly to the agencies, will the judge see this as it truly is, which is her trying to claim the property? I have texts from... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
It sounds like you're in a very difficult situation, especially with family tensions and the added challenge of managing this from out of state. In California, someone living in a property without a lease and without paying rent is typically considered an at-will tenant or even a licensee,... View More
I own and live in a condominium near Boston, Massachusetts. The condominium association has demanded a copy of all occupants' or owners' condominium keys, stating they are needed for emergencies. In my 40 years living here, there was only one incident involving someone leaving their hot... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
Living in a condominium means you agree to follow certain rules set out in the master deed, bylaws, and any properly adopted policies. However, those rules can’t override your basic property rights unless they’re clearly laid out and agreed upon. If there is no mention of a key requirement in... View More
My husband's ex-wife has contacted my employer with false allegations of harassment and stalking, aiming to get me fired. I'm involved in preparing my husband's documents for a custody modification, but I'm not the one filing them. While my employer understands that I cannot... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
You’re in a very difficult position, and it’s understandable to feel overwhelmed when someone is targeting your livelihood with false claims. When a person makes defamatory statements to an employer that could harm your reputation or job, that crosses a legal line. If the accusations are false... View More
I'm in the process of selling my vehicle, but the buyer is not making the payments on time, and everything is still in my name. We do not have a written contract, and the buyer has only made two payments since acquiring the car in early March. I have communicated with them about the late... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2025
This situation is stressful, especially when someone isn’t holding up their end of the deal. Since the car is still titled in your name and there’s no written contract, you may have stronger control over the vehicle than you think. In Wisconsin, ownership usually follows the name on the title,... View More
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