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transmitted herpes to me. I'm not seeing any hope on who I can get through to get this sovled and stop them from doing this to someone else.
I had this car for a year just someone reported 2 months after i bought it that its stolen an the police took the car even tho i showed i have the papers the title was in the prosess an i just paid 1250 for the work on it they will not give me the stolen vichcle report so i can get help for my case... View More 
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
You have the right to access police reports related to your case, especially when defending yourself. If the police are withholding the stolen vehicle report, you can file a formal request under the California Public Records Act (CPRA) through the police department or work with your defense... View More
I am a taxi driver. During a traffic stop I had recently gotten a citation, of which I have already taken care of. On that citation, there are two case numbers. Looking up the second case number, brang up an incident report containing my name only as other individuals involved, the only victim... View More
I'm paraplegic and was assaulted by jailors before release
I'm a paraplegic and was thrown in jail from the hospital claiming I was trespassing, but a lot more took place
answered on Dec 19, 2024
A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. You've probably already been searching on your own. You could supplement your efforts with the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, as well the attorney referral... View More
My boyfriend has been in solitary confinement at DC Jail for over seven months, far beyond the 30 days he was initially told. He was placed there after an incident, but both he and the other person involved signed non-animosity forms. Despite this, the jail continues to label him a... View More
usc 42 1983, police fabricated evidence in police report and falsely accused me of a crime(have proof I did not commit the crime) so defamation would be in the complaint, discovery yeilded that the states witness is a multi convicted felon who has multi weapons charges and thefts of other peoples... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
If you've been wrongfully arrested and have evidence of police misconduct, it's important to take the right legal steps. You may have claims for malicious prosecution, false imprisonment, and defamation, among others. An attorney experienced in civil rights and constitutional law can help... View More
I have recently had a case open on my parents who physically and emotionally abused me and my adopted sibling for years. Due to the statue of limitations the case is currently at a standstill. I was informed by someone from CPS who reviewed our past CPS cases that in her opinion I have a good civil... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2024
A Kentucky attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You would need to reach out to attorneys to discuss - it could depend on the facts of the case, the legal issues involved, and the time and resources necessary to pursue. You could check with legal aid... View More
I turned my vehicle in as stolen, although i did know who took it i had not given them permission to take it and they took it while i was sleeping. After 5 days of being missing, it was located right where i told them it would be and it was towed back to my town and searched without them even... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
The answer to your question depends greatly on the specific facts of your case. I would recommend retaining an attorney who can obtain the discovery and review the law enforcement reports to see how law enforcement determined there was probable cause to arrest your for this. Often times law... View More
I am investigating claims that an attorney known to me by only a last name, Tate, has been acting in some way as my attorney for alleged financial matters. It has been alleged that this attorney, probably from IL, had gained control of an alleged inheritance in the form of a $15 million trust fund... View More
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
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
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
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
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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