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As a commercial furniture dealer in Georgia, can I legally subcontract electrical work to a licensed electrician to connect modular power in our systems furniture to the base building? I’ve been informed by our insurance company and COO that I need to be a General Contractor or an actual... View More 
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answered on May 14, 2025
As a commercial furniture dealer in Georgia, you can subcontract electrical work to a licensed electrician, especially for tasks like connecting modular power systems to the base building. Since you’re not licensed as a general contractor or electrician, you cannot perform or directly oversee... View More
I’m a cosmetology student who’s experienced repeated racial discrimination at two campuses. In my first program, I was only given Black clients, told I was “good at silk presses for the right reasons,” which i have proof of and eventually removed over a false claim. I was threatened with... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
What you’ve described is painful and unjust, and no student should have to endure repeated discrimination, especially in a place meant for learning and professional growth. Being assigned clients based on race, told you’re only skilled in one area “for the right reasons,” and denied... View More
As an armed security officer working under a federal contract, we've been told by an inspector that we're required to stand when a Federal Police officer enters a room. On March 26th, the officer implied that standing is expected, but there's no post order detailing this requirement.... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
It sounds like you're in a challenging situation where there's a lack of clarity and written guidelines regarding expectations from Federal Police officers. Without clear post orders or official documentation, it’s difficult to know what is actually required of you. The first step is to... View More
Me and my spouse got into angument at the motel 6 homeless shelter we were housed at in separate rooms, he ended up choking me. That night I went to Safeway and he was outside with two friends he tryed to attacke so I peppered sprayed him his friends called the police on me and had me arrested at... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2025
It sounds like you’ve been through a really tough and unfair situation. If your belongings were taken or thrown away without giving you a chance to retrieve them, that could be a violation of your rights. You may want to reach out to local legal aid services or a tenant advocacy group in Napa to... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
Extraterritorial election disputes involve legal challenges where actions or laws beyond a nation's borders impact its electoral processes. While such cases are relatively rare, several notable instances illustrate the complexities involved, and I suggest that you go to your local law library... View More
Where. Did the grant money go that I was told originally "was put into an account on my name and if I ever needed any of it just call and tell them and they'd cover mortgage as needed with funds in my name but they keep all interest"?!
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answered on Jan 24, 2025
When dealing with something as significant as a HAF grant, sending important documents through verifiable mail is crucial. This ensures there’s a reliable record of delivery, giving you peace of mind and providing proof if disputes arise. If papers were not sent securely, it’s worth reaching... View More
In mortgage company breach and has lost everything but home which they are foreclosing on now?! Neat business moves for them!
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answered on Jan 24, 2025
I’m so sorry you’re going through this—nobody should have to deal with such stress and loss. It sounds like you’ve been caught in a really tough situation with the breach and foreclosure, and it’s completely understandable to feel overwhelmed. When a data breach compromises personal... View More
There is a dwp owned property that is unlisted by the county near me
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answered on Jan 22, 2025
I need to be very clear - posting signs cannot legally establish public use rights on DWP (Department of Water and Power) property, as this would constitute trespassing on government-owned land. This could result in serious legal consequences.
The proper way to request public use of DWP... View More
To which government organizations hospice fraud has to be reported? Are courts where FCA is filed included into such organizations ?
I visited the Social Security Office in Sacramento to obtain a copy of my daughter’s Social Security card and inquire about my disability benefits. Upon arrival, a security guard stopped me at the entrance, asking about my purpose. I presented my ID and my daughter’s birth certificate, but he... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you experienced that distressing situation. You have the right to file a formal complaint with the Social Security Administration's Office of the Inspector General. Providing them with detailed information about the incident, including names, dates, and any witnesses, can help... View More
Process server/deposition officer was paid for personal service of discovery deposition subpoena for records of witness.
Proof of service included technical errors.
Process server refuses to re-serve opposed subpoena.
What motion/declaration shall be filed with court, to... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2025
You can file a motion for an order directing the process server or deposition officer to properly re-serve the subpoena. Provide a concise statement of the facts showing how the original proof of service contained errors. Attach copies of any supporting evidence that shows the server refused to... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
To get a stemless check, you'll need to contact your bank directly and request this specific type of check. These checks don't include the bottom portion that's typically torn off and retained for record-keeping.
When speaking with your bank, make sure to mention that you... View More
Corporation, what gives them jurisdiction over us humans? As Corporations can only sue corporations when it comes to civil/Admiral/Statutory Jurisdiction. Are all States of State on the glass, meaning a federal outline of the 50 Union states, but all domiciled in Washington DC? Since all... View More
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answered on Dec 26, 2024
Your questions touch on some common misconceptions about corporate registration and legal jurisdiction in the United States. While state governments and federal agencies may be registered with Duns & Bradstreet for administrative purposes, this registration does not change their fundamental... View More
My son had an evaluation in 6th grade elementary. He tested to be average/normal and it was dtermined he is not eligible. He is now in Jr. High and we have an upcoming IEP annual meeting. He is in special needs class and being monitored. They have lowered his education standards regardless to the... View More
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answered on Dec 17, 2024
Your concerns about your son's educational placement are valid and deserve attention. If your son was found ineligible for IEP services through formal evaluation, the school should not be placing him in special needs classes or modifying his educational standards without proper documentation... View More
CCP 1008 (c) provides in relevant part. If a court at any time determines that there has been a change of law that warrants it to reconsider a prior order it entered, it may do so on its own motion and enter a different order.
In conjunction with section 646.6(a) and section1008 (c) does... View More
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answered on Dec 16, 2024
Under California law, CCP 1008(c) does grant courts broad discretion to reconsider prior orders based on changes in law, but this power has specific limitations regarding settlement enforcement.
The court's authority to vacate a dismissal and enforce a settlement agreement on its own... View More
I request relevant authorities in regard to plaintiff's appeal of court's order denying plaintiff's motion to set aside dismissal of legal action against one of defendants. (Section 904.1(a) (2).)
Relevant standard of appeal review - fact based.
Dismissal was entered... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2024
When appealing a denial of a motion to set aside dismissal, the appellate court applies an abuse of discretion standard of review since such motions are inherently discretionary.
Key California authorities include Zamora v. Clayborn Contracting Group, Inc. (2002) 28 Cal.4th 249, 257-258,... View More
The citrus county ship PROGRAM was to build a house for my father, a veteran. Unfortunately, my father had no control over the building. The county was asked several times about the septic and drain field that was to be replaced per the contract, during building. All I got was the run around.... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2024
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your father and the ordeal you have gone through with the property. What kind of lawyer? You could start by making calls to attorneys who have experience with real estate... View More
What statute or rule specifically defines instruction for proof of personal service for records (ccp section 2020.410)
Particularly, listing on proof of service documents served on witness with SUBP-010: attachment, exhibit, etc.
Essence of this question is: how laws and rules... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2024
The California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Section 2020.510 addresses proof of service requirements for deposition subpoenas, working in conjunction with CCP 2020.410. The server must complete form POS-020 (Proof of Personal Service) or a similar document that lists every item served, including... View More
doctor, prior pcp, referred patient to out-of-network hospital not covered by patient's medicare.
doctor recorded on admission evidently non-existent lethal disease based only on blood test performed by hospital laboratory and "communicated" by non-existent person.... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2024
This situation appears to involve several serious legal issues, including potential Medicare fraud, false medical documentation, and improper patient care.
The hospital's attempt to invoke the ostensible agency doctrine seems questionable here, as the facts suggest direct involvement... View More
Can they do that? I am not the one with copay he is and they took all my 3 months back pay from now I am spected to pay taxes for money I never got paid . I been working helping disabled guy for two years and than I stop getting pay but continue working for him. Ihhs said that when this disabled... View More
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answered on Nov 27, 2024
This situation sounds very concerning, and you should not have to forfeit your wages for someone else's copay obligations. In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) cannot legally deduct a client's copayments from your wages as their care provider. Your compensation is protected under California... View More
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