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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Libel & Slander and Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: Can I sue for unauthorized access and threat to distribute photos?

I want to know if I can take legal action against a woman who accessed my personal photos from her 19-year-old son's phone without my consent. I had previously asked her son not to share these photos after he saved them. The woman has been harassing me and my family and is claiming she has... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Personal Injury for California on
Q: Seeking legal help for compensation after illegal arrest and misconduct in CA.

I am seeking legal representation for my son, who was illegally stopped, searched, arrested, and jailed for 11 months, including two months in solitary confinement. A suppression motion was granted in our favor, proving the arrest was illegal and that his constitutional rights were violated,... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights, Internet Law and Libel & Slander for Ohio on
Q: How can I legally compel a UK company to delete my compromised data and seek compensation?

I have been attempting to delete my profile and data from a UK-based company after my account was compromised, exposing my financial and personal information. The company has refused contact due to not providing "ample evidence for identification," although they never requested any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Employment Discrimination and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Do I have a case for wrongful termination or disability discrimination in CA?

I was terminated from my job in California for allegedly not following procedures. I've dealt with a disability at work for nearly five years, and my employer was aware of it. The building's elevator often broke, requiring me to use the stairs to leave from the 4th floor despite being... View More

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Mar 18, 2025

Far more would need to be known about your situation before it can be determined that the employer acted unlawfully. For instance, was there a reasonable accommodation that would have allowed you to continue to perform all of the essential functions of your job without creating an undue hardship on... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Education Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Issues with school grades, bullying, and unfiled honor roll certificate in California.

I met with the Superintendent about several issues at my child's public school, including long-term bullying, grades that don't reflect the teacher-created Honor Roll certificate, and teachers refusing access to schoolwork and grades. Additionally, my child wasn't administered the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Civil Litigation for New York on
Q: Legal steps for suing police department and judge due to harassment and court restrictions in Lackawanna, NY.

I've been harassed by the police department since 2023. Recently, a sergeant threw me into a door, threatened to tase me while I was soaked from the rain, and punched my kidneys. There are no chest cameras, but I have photographs of my injuries. I asked for the sergeant's commanding... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Business Law for California on
Q: Legal actions against CSP's unlawful enforcement harming my equestrian business?

I operate an equestrian rental business in California State Parks, offering horseback riding services. Since 2011, California State Parks (CSP) has unlawfully enforced a repealed version of CCR § 4331, contrary to the 1987 Wilson v. Cook ruling and a 1991 amendment. This has resulted in business... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: Was my roadside stop in Tennessee legally handled considering the charges and behavior?

On November 16, 2023, I was pulled over in McMinnville, Warren County, Tennessee, allegedly because a 911 call claimed my white vehicle was running people off the road. However, the arrest warrant stated the reason was officers allegedly witnessing me cross the double yellow line. During the stop,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Civil Rights for Florida on
Q: Flag display limits on residential property in Florida HOA

I live in a residential property with an HOA in Florida. Currently, I display a service flag off my porch and have a 20-foot freestanding flagpole in my front yard with a 4' x 6' American flag and a 2' x 3' POW-MIA flag. The HOA property manager is telling me that I cannot have... View More

Barbara Billiot Stage
Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Mar 18, 2025

Florida Statute Section 720.304(2)(a) allows you to fly up to two (2) flags that are no larger than 4.5' x 6'. They can be a US flag, Florida flag, POW-MIA flag, first responder flag, or any US military flag. The 20' flagpole is the maximum height allowed. This has been a Florida... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Hawaii on
Q: How can I fight a retaliatory GA restraining order linked to a HI will dispute?

I’m caught in a will and trust dispute that escalated when my cousin, whom I had just served with litigation paperwork, filed a restraining order against me in Georgia, claiming harassment. The allegations are false and retaliatory. I was served less than 24 hours before the hearing, during which... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Michigan on
Q: Facing eviction under land contract with issues in Michigan.

I am facing eviction under a land contract for a property I have lived in for over 15 years. The contract was sold without my knowledge. I received unnotarized documents earlier and was recently tagged by the sheriff with incomplete paperwork. I have evidence, including a bribe attempt via text... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Libel & Slander and Civil Rights for Michigan on
Q: Can a business legally sue me for truthful comments made on social media?

I made truthful comments about my experience working for a business and shared them on social media. The business has threatened to sue me through a message, claiming that my comments were harmful. I have a screenshot of the threat. Can they legally pursue action against me?

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Maryland on
Q: What charges could I face for threatening to shoot someone without a weapon in public?

During a verbal argument in a public place, I threatened to shoot someone although I did not have a weapon and was speaking out of anger. The police took a report but did not arrest me, and I have no prior offenses or further contact with the strangers involved. The incident was recorded. Given... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Civil Litigation for New York on
Q: Can I pursue a civil lawsuit for damages related to a successful 440.20 motion not honored by the court?

I was falsely imprisoned due to constitutional violations and insufficient counsel, and my appeal was filed after conviction without a 30-day notice. I never had a parole final hearing, but records falsely stated I did. My significant concern is the successful 440.20 motion that the lower court did... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

This question cannot possibly be answered unless I review your entire file. I would charge for that by the hour, or I could quote you a flat fee after seeing how big the complete file is when you bring it to my office.

0 Answers | Asked in Small Claims, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can I sue Fairfield Police Dept in NJ in small claims court remotely for incorrect tow and lost income?

I am not from or in NJ but had a commercial 50’ trailer parked at a business I work with in Fairfield NJ. The trailer was parked on a street that according to Fairfield code is no parking entire length of the street. There are no signs posted the length of the street regarding no parking. In one... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Landlord - Tenant and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: Seeking legal help against harassment from a property manager in California misusing federal funds.

I'm representing myself and other tenants in California facing severe harassment from a property manager who misuses federal funds. The manager uses surveillance and phone notifications to watch tenants, creating a climate of fear. This manager has also orchestrated legal actions against... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

Documenting all instances of harassment is your crucial first step - keep detailed records of dates, times, conversations, and any evidence of surveillance or retaliation. Take photos, save communications, and ask fellow tenants to document their experiences too, as collective evidence strengthens... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Criminal Law for New York on
Q: How can I address the court's failure to honor a 440.20 motion and my Sixth Amendment rights in NY?

I was incarcerated and filed a successful motion under 440.20, but the lower court did not respect the high court's decision, and I was left in jail. I later filed an appeal with new evidence, and the Court of Appeals ruled in my favor, directing the lower court to bring me back down and put... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

In order to answer your question, I would have to review the ENTIRE file for your case, from day one until the present. If you are interested in retaining me for that purpose, please have someone assemble the COMPLETE file and bring it to my office. Once I see how large the file is, I will be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: What charges for charging money for sexual acts in public in California?

What charges could be pressed against a man who charges adults money to conduct sexual acts in a public space in California? He has been doing this for years, but I'm unsure about the public indecency laws in California or Los Angeles County. He has been named as a sexual predator and has... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

In California, charging money for sexual acts constitutes prostitution under California Penal Code 647(b), which is typically a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in county jail and fines up to $1,000. When these acts occur in public spaces, additional charges of lewd conduct in public (Penal... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: Next step if names from a recall petition were shared online by a board member's friend in CA?

What is the next step if a school board member's friend released the names and addresses on a recall petition against him on a social media platform? The post was later removed, but the signers fear retaliation due to this disclosure.

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answered on Mar 17, 2025

If a school board member's friend shared the names and addresses from a recall petition on social media, the signers may have legal grounds for concern, especially regarding their safety and privacy. You should first reach out to a lawyer experienced in privacy or civil rights law to discuss... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for New York on
Q: Can empathizing with a suicidal friend have legal implications in NY?

I have been empathizing with a friend via text who is also suicidal. I've told them "I understand" after they shared their plans, and I also told them that I am suicidal. However, I did not directly support or encourage any actions. I live in New York and I'm concerned about... View More

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