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My husband is taking a deal and it feels wrong. His speedy trial rights were violated by 3-5 months. I can explain why there's a spread of a few months there. His court appointed lawyer told me they released him on own regoc so dismissal is out of the question. If that's true why even... View More 
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Speedy trial rights are protected to ensure that defendants are not held indefinitely without a resolution. Delays of several months can sometimes occur due to various legal processes, but it's important to understand if your... View More
How can I challenge the legality of the adoption of my son?
Which was finalized in Washoe County without proper notice or due process, despite my role as his primary caregiver?
How can I seek to vacate the adoption order based on procedural irregularities, fraud, and... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2024
Before an adoption there is usually a Termination of Parental Rights (TPR) of the existing parent(s). Very likely what you are seeking to do is reverse the TPR order. How you would do this depends on the circumstances. If you were unaware of the hearing and did not attend, or there was a reason... View More
I recently found out my nursing is opening up my mail from the county i live in to see if there is information they need.
I have not received these letters myself. They have my mail. Two big things happened here to bring this problem to my attention. I am mentally able to take of myself,... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
Opening someone else's mail without permission is generally against the law. The United States Postal Service has strict regulations to protect the privacy of your mail, and unauthorized access can violate federal laws. In Minnesota, these protections are upheld, meaning that a nursing home... View More
In Quebec, privacy may be breached if there is a public interest to do so. How can oneself reverse that and prove they are not a threat to retrieve their privacy? This breach in privacy is used to intimidate and persecute the victim in order to force a medication upon them. Also linked with diverse... View More
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answered on Dec 11, 2024
If you're facing privacy breaches and harassment in Quebec, you should immediately document everything - keep detailed records of incidents, take photos/videos if possible, and save any communications or evidence of harassment. Your safety and wellbeing are the top priority, so consider... View More
the judge asked the defendant to fire attorney ,and he will appoint one to him. Was the judge bias/prejudice in this case?? also the judge asked him to dismiss his jury and be tried by bench, only to find him guilty
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
It’s understandable to feel concerned about the judge’s actions in your case. Asking you to fire your attorney and appointing a new one is unusual and might raise questions about the judge’s intentions. Additionally, directing you to dismiss the jury in favor of a bench trial is a significant... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
It's understandable to feel concerned if a judge asks you to fire your attorney and offers to appoint one for you. This action doesn't automatically mean the judge is biased. There are specific circumstances where a judge might take such a step, such as if your current attorney is not... View More
1 background with temp met screening requirements, second application 4/5 months after first was dismissed and withdrawn for the purpose of retention with lower pay and no benefits. Finally got offer year later with lower pay than initial first offer year ago, misclassified as non exempt and exempt... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're experiencing these challenges at work. It’s important to document all incidents related to discrimination, pay discrepancies, and lack of safety training. Keep records of communications, job offers, pay stubs, and any unsafe conditions you encounter.
You might... View More
So I am having issues with my hospital and need to do a malpractice suit, I have proof my records were falsified and that they withheld digousment and treatment but at the intake I am told because that statue of limitations applies because the injury happened 15 plus years ago. So I can't run... View More
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answered on Dec 7, 2024
You may feel trapped by the passage of so many years, and it can be unsettling to think the door has closed on your chance for justice. In many places, the statute of limitations on medical malpractice claims runs out after a certain timeframe.
However, you can still seek advice from a... View More
Here is the scenario:
- My mother in law is a senior citizen who has not driven for years and can no longer drive.
- She just moved with us to GA and lost her ID in the move.
- GA DMV will not give her a new ID without either the old license or a copy of her driver's... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges your mother-in-law is facing. Start by contacting the Louisiana DMV directly, either through their website, by phone, or in person if possible. Explain the situation clearly and request her driver's license number, emphasizing that it's needed... View More
Now Toyota lease trust counterclaim. Please Advise in this situation thanks
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
You should first review the foreclosure purchase documents to determine if the car was included or if there are any existing liens against the property. It's important to understand the legal standing of Toyota Lease Trust's counterclaim and how it affects your ownership of the home and... View More
I was taken to the ER and treated terribly. Found out over a month later from my surgeon that I should have at the very least been offered surgery the day of the accident. They sent me home in a cheap sling and said go see an orthopedic. To top it off they were rude and I couldn't even call... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2024
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Your question involves individual and personal decisions. The short answer is that you will need to have confidence in the attorney's knowledge and experience, and you will need to trust the attorney and feel... View More
Of meth.i was awakened form my bed and arrested, being charged with aggravated assault,sexual assault.when I left jail I was told I could not go back to my grandmother's where I live because my uncle and aunt live there too.with absolutely nowhere to go, my dad and me traveled to Montana where... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It sounds like there may have been misunderstandings or errors in how your probation was handled. You have the right to seek clarification on the terms of your probation and how they were applied.
Consider reaching out to a... View More
Looking for a lawyer who's so good at what he is doing that likes the challenge more than money to begin with first and don't just take cases what a client could win if he or she were able to show up to defend him or herself and file a contra lawsuit of defamation of character or win... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's difficult for attorneys here to reach out to you in response to your request. The format is limited to Q &A. You'd need to reach out to law firms on your own - for pro bono attorneys, one option... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
You may have the option to take legal action against a newspaper for publishing your mugshot before a trial or conviction. Depending on where you live, there could be laws that protect individuals from having their arrest information shared publicly before they are found guilty. Claims such as... View More
If she committed suicide what are they looking for?
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm really sorry you're facing these concerns. Investigators examine the scene for any signs of struggle, unusual items, or evidence that doesn’t fit with a natural death. They look for physical injuries, fingerprints, or DNA that might indicate someone else was involved.
If... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Feeling that your civil rights have been violated is serious and deserves attention.
Reach out to a lawyer who has experience with housing and civil rights matters. They can help you understand your rights and the best steps... View More
Safety concerns (employee cannot hear x, y, & z) were cited in a denial letter. When asked for the objective evidence required under the ADA, it has been ignored or circumvented. What actions can an employee take if they have already been to the EEOC, who concluded they cannot do anything since... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
You have the right to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and similar Oklahoma laws. If your initial request was denied due to safety concerns without proper evidence, document all communications and attempts to obtain the necessary accommodations.... View More
It says I’m selling and trading animal parts , buying explosives, and buying or selling drugs , which is all false what should I do to get my accounts back? I haven’t violated and instagram is almost impossible to get in contact with
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answered on Dec 7, 2024
Let me help you address this Instagram account issue systematically:
1. First, you should formally appeal Instagram's decision:
- Go to Instagram's Help Center
- Fill out their "Request a Review" form
- Include detailed information explaining that... View More
I have a feeling my late husbands estate information is deliberately being kept from me, I didn't think so at first now I do, not any of my letters or telephone calls been answered, I wrote to the Insperity Holdings, the HR company that was used at the time my husband was alive letting them... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2024
As a spouse, you are an heir entitled to notice of the probate of your husband's estate. Usually, you would be the person requesting the court to appoint you as executrix or as the administrator of your husband's estate, and you would be the one giving notice to his other heirs. You... View More
I proved that he was lying in court and won! OAH 24Y0003 Because of him and his lies my children were adopted to someone else and I will never see them again. I had these children for over 2 years. They were just 2 months, 1 and 2 when I got them. The biological parents signed over parental rights... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm so sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to reach out to a family law attorney who can help you understand your legal options and guide you through the process of potentially regaining custody of your children.
You may consider filing an... View More
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