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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Environmental, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for New Mexico on
Q: Does a former record custodian have to turn in materials that they feel is at risk of being destroyed by the former emp?

I worked for a government contractor. Some historical media was about to be destroyed without the proper review as required by federal guidelines. I reported this concern to the company's Employee Concerns, and they agreed with me. As a result, I was assigned the project solely to protect... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Admiralty / Maritime and Environmental for Florida on
Q: If a county decides not to replenish a FDEP critically eroded beach which FL office has oversight?

Indian River County designed a beach sector and easement program allowin a 2 mile beach to permenantly erode eliminating shoreline and placing 68 beachfront properties in jepoardy of loss. Which stage agency has oversight to mandate that Indian River County develop a beach replenishment plan to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Support, Environmental, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment on
Q: I want my minor girlfriend to live with me, would my parents get in trouble she has a very bad home situation

Basically my girlfriend has a really bad home life, she constantly goes hungry from lack of food, her mom is abusive emotionally and physically and her dad is a sick perverted man and she has no friends other than me and her one friend. My parents wouldn't mind if she lived with us but they... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Elder Law and Environmental on
Q: What does Florida law say about providing working fire alarm systems and working heating and air units for senior apts?

These are HUD subsidized apartments for low income senior citizens and disabled citizens located in Jacksonville, Florida.

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law, Environmental, Landlord - Tenant and Small Claims for Washington on
Q: I need to move from my apartment & break my 1 yr lease I have been here 6 mo but have been trying to move from day 1.

The apt was not what I was led to believe bate & switch was used Charged for cleaning but was not it was infested with fungus gnats & drain flys ,washer dryer to infested to use,now I have fungus over my body & things.also my pets are covered with them.I have no immune system because of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Environmental for Alabama on
Q: How much can a hotel operator charge for a guest that smoked in a non smoking room. They didn't disclose the amount ?

They didn't disclose the amount at the time of the rental

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Environmental, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for New Jersey on
Q: Can a place registered in the National Registry of Historic Places (NRHP) obtain restaurant licenses?

Specifically, can the owner of the property run a restaurant from said registered historic place under New Jersey law? Will the legalities of the business run the same way if the restaurant was running before it became registered?

0 Answers | Asked in Environmental and Land Use & Zoning for Alabama on
Q: How close can a new well be legally drilled to an existing well? What if the new well clouds the original well's water.

We have not seen any name or license information on the person who drilled this new well near our well on our property. What legal rights do we have in this?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Environmental for California on
Q: CA: Is it legal to distribute ice plant scales (foreign species) around california??

Ice plant scales are a species of insect from South Africa. Can a citizen freely go around with a big thing of them in their truck and release them around California? There HAVE been some instances of them found back in the 80's, but they were mostly eradicated by Caltrans at that time. So... View More

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answered on Dec 15, 2024

No, deliberately releasing or introducing non-native species in California is illegal under both state and federal laws. This includes ice plant scales, regardless of whether they previously existed in the state.

The California Fish and Game Code (Section 2118) and the federal Lacey Act...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Environmental for Texas on
Q: Does the statute of limitations run out on a person to file if they were mentally damaged?
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Dec 12, 2024

It can. If an individual is not mentally competent, the person's legal guardian, or a guardian ad litem, can bring suit on the injured person's behalf.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Environmental and Landlord - Tenant for Arizona on
Q: If rental is uninhabitable and I was forced to leave do I need to give a prior notice? Landlord knows it's uninhabitable

Mold was making my family ill so we moved ourselves to a hotel in hopes the landlord would remedy it properly. That didn't happen and was made worse by exposing asbestos in dry walls. We found a new place but don't feel it necessary to give a 30 day or even 2 day heads up since they fully... View More

Peter H. Westby
Peter H. Westby
answered on Nov 18, 2024

You did what was right to move your family out of a hazardous situation. But you could have better protected yourselves legally. A 5-day notice to the landlord is required by ARS 33-1361 to terminate a lease where there is a health or safety danger. Since the lease was not terminated, you may... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Environmental and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: How to change an unconstitutional Los Angeles city law? What forms?

Los Angeles city attorney says churches are exempt from the noise law, LAMPC Chapter 11, Article 5, Section 112 & 115. It is not true. They are twisting the law. How to challenge the law. It is unconstitutional. The city attorney refuses to do anything about a noisy church with an... View More

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answered on Oct 23, 2024

To challenge the Los Angeles noise law exemptions for churches, start by thoroughly researching LAMPC Chapter 11, Article 5, Sections 112 & 115. Gather evidence that demonstrates how these exemptions are being misapplied and why they are unconstitutional. Document instances of noise violations... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Environmental, Landlord - Tenant and Small Claims for California on
Q: Need help with unlawful detainer/habitability. Owner does not reply to mold complaints and now has filed an unlawful det

I have continuously complained to mngr and owner about the Mold and many other issues. Owner/mngr have not complied. I have gotten very sick and now carry an inhaler. The owner and their lawyers have tried to evict me before but I have proven to the court the issues i have been trying to get them... View More

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answered on Oct 17, 2024

I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. It's important to gather all your documentation, including records of your mold complaints, medical records showing your health issues, and copies of the mold test results. Keep a detailed timeline of all communications with... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Construction Law, Environmental, Land Use & Zoning and Municipal Law for California on
Q: How do I file for a Preliminary Injunction in Lake County, Ca

Our neighborhood already burned down in 2016 Lower Lake, CA Clayton Fire.

I'm trying to stop a construction company from building a New WOOD Fence that would abut & be Directly Under my stand of 50 year old Eucalyptus trees lining my 100 foot long driveway at property line.... View More

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answered on Oct 8, 2024

To file for a preliminary injunction in Lake County, California, you'll need to start by preparing a legal complaint that outlines your concerns and the reasons you're seeking the injunction. Include all relevant evidence, such as photographs of the tree line and information about the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Construction Law, Environmental and Land Use & Zoning for California on
Q: I live in Lake County,CA fire area. I Need Prelim- Injunction to stop New Builders from put WOOD Fence under Tree stand.

I partially saved my property in the inhialating 2016 Lower Lake Clayton Fire, including a Stand of 50 year old Eucalyptus Trees that line my 100 foot long driveway & property line. 6 Trees

1 acre land.

New Builders want to errect a 6 foot WOOD fence Directly Under my... View More

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answered on Oct 8, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with the new builders. To obtain a preliminary injunction, you should gather all relevant documentation, including photographs of your eucalyptus trees and the proposed fence location. This evidence will support your claim that the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Environmental and Personal Injury for California on
Q: I had thyroid cancer in 2010 and had my thyroid removed.could I qualify for the pfas mass torte?
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answered on Oct 1, 2024

Qualifying for the PFAS mass tort depends on several factors, including the exposure to PFAS chemicals and a direct link to your thyroid cancer. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are man-made chemicals found in many consumer products and can be associated with various health risks. If you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Environmental, Land Use & Zoning and Municipal Law for Oklahoma on
Q: Once a zoning law is put in place, can it be reversed? Our county clerk says once a law is in place it can’t be changed?

Craig county in OK., is getting ready to vote on zoning concerning wind turbines. The county clerk states once in place it’s basically there forever.

Charles Watts
Charles Watts
answered on Oct 7, 2024

The answer technically is yes it could be reversed .... Theoretically it is not in place forever, but to remove it takes the same procedures as it does to add it. In other words, if your county commissioners are required to have 75% approval to pass something into law, then to 'change'... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Environmental for California on
Q: Is there any way to get the landlord to pay for our move when damage the house was because of him.

Landlord intentionally placed items in attic to prevent water leak. One set item was a mattress the other ton of insulation. They cut the frame up there and piece it back together in some areas with this metal grate stuff. I began to hear strange noises and inspected up there and found that some of... View More

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answered on Sep 19, 2024

It sounds like you’re dealing with a difficult situation, especially if your landlord’s actions led to structural damage in your home. In California, landlords are responsible for maintaining safe and habitable living conditions. If your house is unsafe due to your landlord's negligence,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Environmental and Landlord - Tenant for Wisconsin on
Q: Property management discriminating against non smokers, giving rights to smokers

Madison Wisconsin property is violating smokefree housing laws by allowing smokers to smoke on balconies and patios. Patio/balconies are right on top of each other not even a foot apart most, the farthest less than 12 feet. Smokers second hand smokes invades non smokers homes in such a manner that... View More

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you're dealing with a very frustrating and potentially harmful situation. If you feel that your property management is not addressing your concerns about secondhand smoke, especially considering your health conditions, you may have legal options. It's important to document... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Environmental for Louisiana on
Q: I am looking for legislation that reads something about utility companies needed to use water soluble paint
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 15, 2024

A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. One option might be to check with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality or the Public Service Commission. If it's a federal requirement, you may need to search applicable Codes of Federal... View More

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