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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Missouri on
Q: to ER after I was threatened because police would t respond. The ER talked me and forced me to take 2 injection

I was seeking asylum because the police would t respond and I was treated as a prisoner. What should I do?

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Education Law and Native American Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Is it legal in OKla, at the Hinton prison, to house 8 men in one cell? Can I find out the square footage of these cells?

I want to know the laws and rights of the prisoners, for instance, getting these prisoners in facilities like these access to higher education. My source informed me multiple prisoners die daily, weekly. And that the mandatory body cameras are turned on and off at their leisure. Higher education is... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Mississippi on
Q: Does Mississippi Code Title 97, Crimes § 97-35-7 cover a situation where someone refuses to identify to law enforcement?

Does mississippi have a "failure to identify" law or would this be covered under statute 97-35-7 where the failure to identify is a crime in and of itself thank you for your time

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Immigration Law for Massachusetts on
Q: I am a mother of an American child (8 years old).. I need protection for not BE Deported

mother single status students ( passed date do departure ) illegal and involve in domestic violence 2019.

can i get assistance , what i need to do?

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answered on Dec 19, 2024

Given your situation involving domestic violence and having a U.S. citizen child, you may qualify for immigration relief under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) or potentially U petition for victims of crimes. Your status as a mother of an American child is also relevant for potential relief... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: HIPAA violation surgeons aid tells my mother something in my file that got me disinherited for 2 million dollars I want

To be compensated immediately. My mother passed and it is time to get paid.

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answered on Dec 18, 2024

This situation involves complex medical privacy and inheritance law issues that require careful legal consideration. I understand you're dealing with both grief and financial harm, which must be incredibly difficult.

For HIPAA violations in California, you may have grounds for both...
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0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Elder Law and Landlord - Tenant for Georgia on
Q: Vineville Christian Towers 100. % ignore me. Since about April of 2024 to today . White 65 year old male . Discrim

Bad Reputation. Quite introvert. Defensive

Very fed up . Crime ramped. Nothing’s ever

Done . Survival. Tell and never offer a bit of assistance. True . Down here blacks worst that Marietta where I had to go to court 4 times. Go figure. And Domion no one wanted a minute. Shut up .... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law, Civil Rights and Internet Law for California on
Q: i've recentally been decline from a wholeseller for reasons that are not listed on website or policys

they claim that i need to be a brick and morter to use there distribution which it is not stated anywhere that i need to be plus they have other options for signing up and i need a distributer for wholeselling which is what my business does but only online and there is no where stating that they... View More

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

From your description, there could potentially be grounds for exploring this situation further, as businesses generally must clearly communicate their eligibility requirements and policies.

While wholesalers have the right to choose their business partners, California law requires...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: : Do i have a case with the chp ? If I have evidence that my car and I were home at the time of the accident

Even though A judge dismisses my case for obstruction of justice, this caused me significant emotional distress and financial hardship. The actions of their officers were unjust, especially during an already devastating time in my life.On January 1, 2024, my brother tragically passed away in a car... View More

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

Based on what you've shared, you may have grounds for legal action if you can prove you and your car were at home during the alleged accident. The fact that you have evidence showing your location at the time could be crucial in challenging the charges and seeking recourse for the emotional... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights for Washington on
Q: I was racially profiled and I need to know if I have a claim

Yesterday we were doing Instacart shopping my husband and I. We had to use the bathroom before we paid so we headed towards the bathroom when we were stopped by an employee who told us to leave our cart by the register when I asked her why we had to leave our cart and no one else did, she said it... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for North Carolina on
Q: Taking a open plea because a witness has lied and later admits she lied or denies statments on phone from prison

What can we do to get this brought back into court to have the sentance reduced due to the false statements ? And can prove that she isn’t a credible Witness due to all of her lies that are in the discovery . And the defendant did not recieve all of the discovery before the plea was accepted.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for New Hampshire on
Q: Are there Attorney's out there that take on the justice system if it is corrupt?

How can we fight against corruption in the system?

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Municipal Law for Colorado on
Q: This Thursday is the plea hearing of my offender. I don't agree with what they're offering. Do I have any say?

This is related to a DV case with my ex who is also the father of my children. It has been a long process and he has up the hearing on Thursday. Since our incident he has continued to pick up other cases and I don't feel that they are taking it seriously. I have expressed my concerns and to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: Is there a limit with the FOIA applications a person can fill online?

On December 2, 2024, I received a response to a FOIA request from USCIS. I filled out the request online. Since I made several mistakes, my request was rejected. I would like to know how long it takes to make a new request. I would also like to know if there are organizations in the city of Los... View More

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answered on Dec 16, 2024

There is no limit to how many FOIA requests you can submit online, and you can submit a new request immediately after receiving a rejection. The key is ensuring your next submission addresses the issues that led to the previous rejection.

In Los Angeles, several organizations can help with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for New York on
Q: Civil matter...can an ex gf get money from sale of house

Says she has signed handwritten letter stating that she would receive money

Jack Mevorach
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answered on Dec 16, 2024

Possibly.

Jack

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