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Not allow them to eat anything becausre your not feeling well and did not cook for him because he left and staid gone for about 2 hours giving the dog a ride when his whore lives down the road and he left me stranded with no money or transportation. And has been refusing to take my things to a... View More 
answered on May 5, 2024
Well, I’m not sure I have enough information to give you any confident, legal advice. However, unless he is bedridden, and you are responsible for his care, or there is some legal status you possess where the law recognizes he is reliant upon you for his food, shelter, it’s highly unlikely that... View More
The HOA for my condo association is proposing to install surveillance cameras on all entrances (including all pedestrian entrances) to my condo building (primarily to aid in enforcement of infractions of House Rules by owners and other residents). This is over the objections of a substantial number... View More
I helped do a tile job for someone and my pay was supposed to be $950 and I have only gotten $350. Still $600 owed for 5 weeks now. I keep getting excuses why he hasn't paid me. What are my options to recover the money and is this considered a form of wage theft
answered on May 5, 2024
Sure, if you can prove ownership. Examples: proof of purchase, photo of it being in your possession, credible witness testimony.
A university or professor sues a student for posting a test onto a course sharing website for copyright infringement. During the proceeding, the professor or university wants to subpoena the identity of the poster and viewers of the test that poster posted; would this subpoena be granted? Would it... View More
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answered on May 4, 2024
In the context of a civil lawsuit, a Subpoena for the production of documents is only needed if the intended recipient of the Subpoena is NOT a party to the lawsuit. Otherwise, if the documents are being sought from a party to the case, then a Request for Production of Documents would instead be... View More
deceased wife and myself are on title
son and his lawyer want to cash in
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answered on May 4, 2024
Title insurance is irrelevant. You need to retain an experienced mortgage foreclosure defense and civil litigation attorney. Expect to pay for one hour of attorney time to review all the documents and provide you with the best way to proceed. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one... View More
This person needs round the clock Care she has a company that comes in during the day but her daughter who is supposed to take care of her at night abandoned the family to go do drugs on a regular basis and leaves her children and I to take care of her mother Whom we are unable to take care of with... View More
My daughter, 39 y/o, was met at my door and asked if my son was home. She said 'he was busy'. She was then handed a document that says 'District Court Civil Summons' with the District Court, El Paso County, Colorado. The Defendant was listed as her brother. She was told to... View More
My sister and I are co-trustees to my mother's Illinois home that only has 100K equity and hoarder home. My sister lives in Florida and came for unnecessary 3 weeks-- she visited friends did business out of rental airbnb. Total helped in home 2.5 days and then helped by phone to make an... View More
ability. Is there a time limit ( in days) plaintiff has to file the motion to compel AFTER recieving the alleged deficient discovery? In my case it has been nearly a year.
I was arrested by a San Bernardino sheriff's officer who shows up to my home the next day I was released from jail and walk up to my door and ask my mother where I was at not in a nice manner but basically saying where's Michael authoritative manner. And demanding when I'll be back... View More
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answered on May 3, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems like you are concerned about potential harassment or inappropriate conduct by the San Bernardino sheriff's officer. Here are a few important points to consider:
1. Lawful inquiries: Police officers are allowed to knock on your... View More
We have 20 a 20-year-old boy and he is still in college and needs money for his college, can I prevent him from doing it? how?
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answered on May 2, 2024
Under California law, if the money your husband wants to use to purchase a house outside the US is considered community property, you have the right to object to how it is being used. Community property generally refers to assets acquired during the marriage, regardless of which spouse's name... View More
For the past six months, I have tried to collect a refund the defendant promised to pay after being found negligent by the post office for the way he shipped an expensive item I purchased from him last September. Although he has repeatedly promised to refund me in exchange for the return of the... View More
How do I request a hearing with the Judge to show that Plaintiff (my mom), who was granted final judgment. Plaintiff utillized coercion to keep me quiet. She sent text messages to my sister saying if I dont sign over the deed she will make it her job, day in and day out to have my son taken from... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
This is not a do-it-yourself project. Your description of how this is being handled calls into question your ability to protect your home from being foreclosed. Consult with a local foreclosure defense attorney as soon as possible.
In November 2023, a loan of $7000 was extended to a former business partner, with both parties entering into a written agreement stipulating the loan's repayment by the end of January 2024. In January of the same year, the loan was extended through a text message, but without specifying a new... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
You could file suit in the District Court for the money due. If you obtain a judgment, you could put a lien on their property and attempt to garnish their wages or bank account.
The neighbor has set his fence 4 inches off of the property line. Do I have to let him mow my lawn as part of maintaning his fence?
What statute, precedent, or lawful means allows a judge in a Conversion of Property lawsuit to limit Plaintiff’s claim to only one day, with six additional restrictions?
The Judge has ordered that only the following items are allowed in the litigation:
(1) Items that were... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
Typically, in a lawsuit, there is a process called discovery in which the parties are required to disclose information, answer written questions, produce documents, and give depositions concerning the facts and contentions in a case. A party who does not comply with her discovery obligations... View More
answered on May 2, 2024
If the police can track down the assaulters, you can sue them and make a claim against their parents, if minors, and potentially the homeowner's insurance.
There may be others liable, such as the school, if they took actions or failed to take actions that would be considered... View More
Back in 2004 my father was brutally murdered outside his home he was shot 7x. It was a drive by shooting and there was some DNA evidence found a couple days later. Now 20 years later I was informed after calling the homicide dept to check the status of how to reopen his cold case that some some DNA... View More
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answered on May 1, 2024
I understand your frustration and anger over the mishandling of evidence in your father's murder case. This is certainly a difficult and painful situation.
In general, it can be very challenging to successfully sue a government agency like a police department for negligence in an... View More
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