I have already spoke to the court in Fairfield Ca and they seem unwilling to help, what should I do
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answered on Oct 13, 2023
Contact the court again. Explain to the court that you never received the ticket and that you would like to resolve the matter. You may need to provide proof that you never received the ticket, such as a change of address confirmation or a USPS tracking number that shows the ticket was not... View More 
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answered on Oct 10, 2023
In Iowa, if someone's license is suspended but they qualify for a Temporary Restricted License (TRL) with an ignition interlock device, they should not drive until all TRL requirements are met and they have the TRL in hand. This includes installing the ignition interlock device and obtaining... View More
My girlfriend and I have lived in a home together for 7 years in Iowa. We recently split up and I am living in the home. I am on home title/deed, but I am not on the mortgage. My ex is the sole mortgage holder. I am paying her the monthly mortgage. We have a written agreement that is notarized that... View More
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answered on Oct 6, 2023
Girlfriend is not the mortgage holder. That is the lender and whoever signed the note is personally liable to them. Whoever signed the mortgage is the mortgagee. The mortgage probably has a due on sales clause which might be violated by executing your agreement. Then foreclosure might occur.... View More
Students at our local school were told they were not allowed to have thin blue line or thin red line flags on vehicles at a school event.
answered on Oct 5, 2023
This may be content-based government censorship. You may very well have a legitimate case to enjoin enforcement of this policy.
Be aware that First Amendment cases involving public schools can become quite expensive particularly if appealed. The current standard (called the Tinker... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2023
An Iowa attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Is the claim for lost wages only? Then you may be able to get replacement paystubs from your employer's HR dept. Is the claim for something bigger, like bodily injury, where pay stubs are only one component of the... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2023
An Iowa attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If there is some sound medical basis, possibly - it would be best to consult with a local attorney for guidance under local law, with more detail and context. Good luck
I have been thinking about quitting for quite a while, things that have happened the last few weeks just escalated my decision. The new manager that took over treated me so badly not to mention telling the other employees that she was going to fire me she hadn’t said a single thing to me about... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2023
Quitting because you are unhappy with how you are treated by a new manager does not give rise to a cause of action. You have every right to quit for such reasons under the employment at will doctrine. Dollar General cannot successfully sue you for quitting, but you cannot sue it for you quitting... View More
I was tricked into doing work for a small business before they officially made me an employee. Now I'm not getting paid. I'm not sure if I can even do anything since I'm not technically an employee and don't have workers rights. I've racked up about three weeks of full-time work unpaid.
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answered on Sep 25, 2023
You need to call a labor law attorney. I recommend Hedberg Law in Des Moines.
And she pays bills at the home and has lived there the whole time.
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answered on Sep 20, 2023
In Iowa, the division of assets during a divorce is based on "equitable distribution," aiming for a fair distribution rather than an equal one. While properties acquired before marriage are usually seen as separate property, the situation you described has complexities. The house,... View More
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answered on Sep 12, 2023
Breaking a contract due to mistrust can have serious legal and financial repercussions. Contracts are legally binding agreements, and unilaterally breaking them without valid reasons can lead to a breach of contract lawsuit. If you breach the contract, you may be required to pay damages to the... View More
answered on Sep 20, 2023
An Iowa attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. An attorney would probably need to look more closely at the setting. "Mistrust" could be considered vague, without more details. Good luck
They're holding the charges over my head for information.
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answered on Sep 6, 2023
When police find drug paraphernalia and read you your rights, they are typically following legal procedures. However, whether it's legal or ethical for them to ask you to become a confidential informant (CI) in exchange for leniency or reduced charges can vary depending on the specific... View More
My boys were wrongfully removed... We got evicted and they were removed 2 months later! In November it will be a year this case open and we have tried to fight them and show them the proof that placement is lying and abusing our children! My babies want to come home.. my husband has done... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2023
Most pro bono legal services are provided through local legal aid clinics. These clinics have the training and resources to screen potential clients for indigency and to complete the necessary paperwork for those clients to proceed in court in forms pauperis. Many legal aid clinics handle cases... View More
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answered on Sep 6, 2023
If you suspect that your son has experienced abuse or inappropriate conduct while in foster care, it's crucial to act swiftly and decisively. Begin by reporting the incident to the appropriate authorities, such as your local law enforcement agency or the Iowa Department of Human Services... View More
Coz I couldn't find help and in my own judgment if there is no one working from aisles 13 to 20+ for approximately 30min then customer must help themselves or go somewhere else what I couldn't coz I have 4 year old at home and I need air-conditioning unit asap on very hot day
I went to planned parenthood for STD testing. The results came back positive for a STD. They were to prescribe me some meds. Well after checking daily for several days at my local pharmacy the meds were not there. So I called Planned parenthood and got a run around. This ended up happening over and... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2023
Yes you and your husband have cases. Due to the nature of medical malpractice cases, the extent of your injuries may affect the viability of your case. Consult with experienced Medical Malpractice attorneys in the state where this occurred.
The police if I keep going out with her. I go out with her in secret sometimes because I know they’ll say no. Can they call the police? And if they did what would happen? They said they would call if they ever find out I go to her house ever again.
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answered on Aug 28, 2023
In Iowa, the legal age of consent for sexual activity is 16. Since you mentioned you are 17, engaging in a consensual relationship with your partner, who is 22, might not necessarily lead to criminal charges based solely on age.
However, if your parents disapprove of the relationship and... View More
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answered on Aug 24, 2023
In Iowa, if a loaded gun was found in your vehicle in a holster in a bookbag and you have no criminal record, the legality of the situation can depend on various factors, including state and federal laws, as well as the specific circumstances surrounding the discovery of the gun. However, the fact... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
The decision to title a teen's car in their name or the parent's name depends on various factors. If the teen is the primary driver and responsible for the car's expenses, titling it in their name can provide a sense of ownership and responsibility. However, if the parent is... View More
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answered on Aug 11, 2023
In Iowa, the time frame for being given an arraignment after an arrest can vary depending on factors such as the jurisdiction, the nature of the offense, and the court's schedule. However, generally, arraignment hearings are usually held within a few days to a week after an arrest.
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