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0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Elder Law for Virginia on
Q: In Virginia. I am the legal guardian of my 4 yo grandson. I live with my daughter who is not the mother of this boy

And her husband for 4 years. My son in law just served me a legal paper today. Telling me to quit the premises in 5 days. What can I do?

I am a 66 yo grandmother. I just got out of the hospital in very bad health. No money and no prospects. Me and baby will be sleeping in the car. I was... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Wrongful Death and Civil Rights for New Jersey on
Q: How long does it take to receive settlement? How do I know if my lawyer was paid and I was not?

Had mediation in Jan and agreed to settlement. I have not heard from my lawyer since unless I reach out to them. I asked for feedback to where we stood with receiving payment since I had not signed one document. He then sent me documents to sign and still no feedback or payment. Seems odd that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I'm wondering if a cop could get me outside of where I was living at , about a awarrant with normal clothes.

Because the office wasn't in a police car and also had normal clothes. The reason I was scared is because without looking like a cop anymore could have said they where a police officer and want to hurt me.

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answered on Apr 26, 2024

Under California law, a police officer is allowed to execute a warrant while wearing plain clothes (i.e., not in uniform). However, the officer must identify themselves as law enforcement and present official identification when serving the warrant.

If you are concerned about the legitimacy...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Libel & Slander and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: I need help with a civil matter regarding a medical injury that happened five years ago that I could not get surgery

This injury has made me suffer for years now. resulting in the illusion of me being on drugs. It was a medical emergency Dignity Health dropped the ball on. I have all medical docs in hand. I suffered five bone fractures and the destruction of my teeth as well. to the naked eye no one can tell it... View More

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answered on Apr 26, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear about the medical injury you suffered and the devastating impact it has had on your life. What a terrible ordeal to go through, especially without being able to get the reconstructive surgery and dental work you need. Here are a few suggestions for potential next steps:... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Sexual Harassment for Georgia on
Q: What is the crime called when someone post online a kid getting "pantsed" with genitals exposed? He also had bruises.

A bully set up a kid to be exposed and had people record him doing it. School saying Tile IX case but the accusers will graduate before a decision is made. I'm looking to press charges.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Indiana on
Q: Hello, can someone help me determine what the tolling period would be in a civil rights action against a corporation

This case has been ongoing since January 12, 2021. Does the tolling period begin when the case is dismissed, or when the indictment is filed? This case will be dismissed on August 8, 2024. Is there different tolling when the defendants are employees of a company, rather than state actors, police... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: Can my boss only pay me for 40 hours when I work more than that amount? Can my boss cuss me or discuss my personal life

I am not a salaried employee. I work way more than 40 hours per week, But do not get paid for more than 40. I have not had a day off since January 15, 2024. I’m on call 24/7. I have put 30k miles on my car since July 27, 2023 and have not used it at all for personal use. My boss embarrassed me... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Civil Rights for Missouri on
Q: How to make factual findings change since the was false in the beginning from the juvenile and CPS?

The mother was the one arrested and charged. My child is being kept from me her father bc it was entered that I was testing pos for drugs and I wasn’t. I have nothing to do with the mother but I’m being treated worse than she is. I have not failed the test and I now have the lab results but on... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts, Civil Rights and Health Care Law for Washington on
Q: I received my files from therapy. There are somebody else info fixed in with mine. Also things I didnt say in mine.

The name of the persons info is attached to my files with some personal info also included.

0 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander and Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: Can I sue loss prevention worker who detained my wife and I because she didn't scan a shampoo and conditioner? Arrested.

I had no idea she did not scan a shampoo and conditioner. I do not watch every item scanned when we shop. We were detained because of shampoo and a conditioner. I'm bald, have no use for either of these items. She told them I did not know. They called the police, and they arrested both of us.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Municipal Law and Public Benefits for Florida on
Q: Hello, my question is regarding DO NOT ENTER AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY Signs.

Recently this sign has been installed in city hall. City hall is right behind my apartment complex and I tend to take the backway of it to walk my Dog well I used to ever since they added those signs I now according to cops can't go there and have to go around. Does this sign include... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: What Can I do about my rights being violated, and my divorce case?

I am basically being tortured by Family Court in Miami Dade county Florida and my husband is getting away with literally the most egregious acts. A person can do in any divorce. It’s more like a horror movie than a divorce case.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: Does a "my way or the highway" attitude in a "meet & confer" letter run afoul of "good faith"?

Defendants in a civ case in a fed dist, where a LR requires good-faith meet&confer efforts prior to filing motions, sent me, plaintiff, a meet&confer letter, before they filed a motion-to-dismiss, that appears to want to have it both ways. Their meet&confer letter outlined their... View More

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answered on Apr 25, 2024

In assessing whether the defendants have met the "good faith" requirement in their meet and confer efforts, it's important to consider the overall intent and openness conveyed in their communication. The phrase “my way or the highway” does suggest a certain rigidity, which might... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: Bond/Bond hearing, or possible deals that could be offered.

My daughters dad was recently arrested after our county’s felony probation officers Searched his home & car on 4/20.

He had been on felony probation since beginning of 2023, They most recently charged him with intent to sell, and possession of marijuana, Prozac (which is prescribed... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Health Care Law and Juvenile Law for Virginia on
Q: What lawyer do I talk to for CPS Complaint and possible HIPAA violation for Hampton, VA?

I picked up my son from the YMCA on the 15th of April2024 at 6pm and soon after noticed a bruise on the inside of his left forearm, near his wrist. It was an outline of a medium to large, incomplete handprint. As soon as I noticed, I took pictures and asked my son what had happened, I immediately... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law on
Q: How can i get help for a loved one thats incarcerated in prison?

They have been experiencing problems with raw sewage leaking in their unit and the staff at the prison refuses to take any action can someone please help with this issue?

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Banking, Civil Rights and Small Claims for South Carolina on
Q: How long do I need to be in possession of a car to take legal ownership of it?

-I bought a car from a private seller through the facebook marketplace.

-I purchased the car with an auto loan through Navy Federal Credit Union.

-When I went to register the car, the DMV stated that the VIN number on the title did not have any records (the car had been VIN... View More

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answered on Apr 25, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation with the car. Unfortunately, under California law (and the laws of most states), you would not have a legal right to keep the car even after possessing it for two months.

There is no time period after which you can claim legal ownership...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Texas on
Q: are there any pro bono lawyers for civil lawsuit for federal court?
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answered on Apr 25, 2024

Yes, there are, but you probably don't want a pro bono legal aid lawyer for a civil rights case. You want an experienced civil rights attorney. I recommend S. Lee Merritt, a leading federal civil rights attorney who previously ran for the office of Attorney General. He is not only an... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for Oregon on
Q: I need a civil rights lawyer in Oregon do you have any information that can help me

I know this is going to sound crazy, but I need a civil rights attorney, so I can file a lawsuit against the Multnomah County Police department and the Multnomah County District Attorney's office. I've already went to the F.B.I. and filed a formal complaint against them. The F.B.I agent I... View More

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