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I have a legal situation I am hoping you obtain some guidance on, as I am now at a loss for a resolution.
I was served in small claims for alleged purchases made at a small shop. The person who went into the shop had my ID (which was stolen out of a car months prior to the alleged... View More 
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answered on Jul 26, 2024
To address this legal situation under California law, you need to gather all evidence that supports your case. Start by presenting the police report that documents your ID theft and the insurance affidavit indicating your new license was issued before the alleged purchase. This will help... View More
Bank 18,000 dollars
I have lost access to email accounts associated with the recovery, password reset and/ or two-step verification process...
Seeking advise/ information in regards to updating and securing personal information; identity scam prevention.
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
To regain access to your credit and Social Security, IRS profile accounts, you need to update and secure your personal information. Start by contacting the relevant agencies directly via phone or their official websites to explain your situation. They can guide you through the process of verifying... View More
Purchased a mazda 6 2013 used on February 20, 2024. It was for mainly traveling for my son who is a burn victim and needs special treatment. Marc was informed that we needed a safe and reliable car, for that reason. Everything about the vehicle was wrong. I have all of the proper documentation and... View More
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answered on Jul 22, 2024
A criminal defense attorney should advise here, but you posted last week, and the "Identity Theft" category heading may have caused the central element of your matter - criminal defense in a fraud case - to be overlooked. A city or region wasn't included in your post - that might... View More
In 2020 I filed my taxes n they informed me that there was a return for 2016 that was falsified with a dependent I shouldn't of claimed so I told them it was id fraud that I was in jail and they said they would have to investigate the matter n it could take up to a year but that I should keep... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
It sounds like you're in a tough situation with the IRS. Since you've already provided proof that you were incarcerated during the years in question and reported the identity theft, it's crucial to follow up on their investigation. The IRS should not be holding you responsible for... View More
my laptop and phone have been tampered with and nude videos and photos are being shown all on the web. Live videos of myself at my resident are shown, I did not and would not ever give any consent of any of this
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answered on Jul 21, 2024
I'm really sorry to hear about what you're going through. It's crucial to act quickly to protect your privacy and well-being. First, contact local law enforcement immediately to report the unauthorized sharing of your intimate content and the tampering with your devices. They can... View More
The contract was notorized and she stopped paying the monthly payments in the contract after paying 5000depost&23000 non-refundable thats in the contract. She broke the contract in many many ways
I am a DC resident, I went to finance a vehicle at a used dealership in Maryland. The dealership works with a finance company in Connecticut. The dealership did not repair issues that were agreed to in writing, the dealership did not provide a title to the finance company and I was unable to... View More
answered on Jul 23, 2024
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. There are attorneys who deal with identity theft, data breaches, and related crimes. Additionally, your financial institutions and other entities that were affected may be able to offer guidance (contacting law... View More
As the General Manager, I have been tasked by the owner to transmit new employees' personal details, including Social Security Numbers, via email. Concerned about the security implications of sending such sensitive information through unsecured channels, I raised this issue with the owner and... View More
He has done business in my name, and has signed legal documents in my name.
I've been a member for over 15 years. I have a mma, regular savings and checking account. I pay all of my major accounts on line eg. mortgage, various insurances policies, HOA, PGE, Water etc. at two locations. i do not have access to my accounts, no one answers the phone. My pension check is... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
To find a lawyer in California who can assist you with your issue with Patelco Credit Union, start by contacting the California State Bar. They offer a Lawyer Referral Service, which can connect you with an attorney who has experience in handling cases involving financial institutions and consumer... View More
First time ever having my own place through section 8 the apartment was nice but I never paid attention to the important things like mailbox,doorbell, heater air vents,the ceilings I was just beyond happy that I didn't have to sleep different houses apart from my kids. Well the mailbox was... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
Under California law, both mail theft and identity theft are serious crimes. Responsibility for these crimes lies primarily with the individuals who committed them. If you suspect your neighbors are using your identity, they can be held criminally liable for identity theft.
Additionally,... View More
My grandma who went with me and offered to be a co signer so I can purchase a car with my own money $5,000 and she OFFERED TO ADD ME TO HER INSURANCE and than after three days she went and got a loan to pay for car she also took my name off the papers ownership she did this without my knowledge... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
In California, if you purchased the car with your own money and your name was initially on the ownership papers, any change to the title or ownership should have required your consent and signature. If your grandmother removed your name from the ownership documents without your knowledge, this... View More
I've been experiencing someone hacking my phone o can't work bc they have changed all my info on my background check and every time I send an email or call law enforcement I get it sent back to me as a bad email or disconnected
Please consider me I need. Help they stole my entire... View More
My estranged relative’s husband keeps ordering his parcels to my house. On top of that he gives my number for any deliveries. How do I stop this.
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