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I want to take someone to civil court because they posted pornography of me without my consent. I initially asked them multiple times to remove it, and after threatening legal action and filing a police report, the videos were taken down. However, the video has resurfaced on a different platform.... View More

answered on Jul 19, 2025
You have every right to pursue a civil suit in Kansas for what happened to you. Non-consensual pornography, also known as “revenge porn,” is illegal under Kansas law, and you can sue for damages such as emotional distress, harm to your reputation, and interference with your relationships. Since... View More
I suffered an overuse injury to my arm at work on April 17th, which aggravated a prior injury from three years ago that had healed and was not an issue. My employer insisted I see my personal doctor, believing the injury was preexisting. My doctor provided a note with work restrictions, and I... View More

answered on Jul 19, 2025
You do have the right to appeal the denial of your unemployment claim. In Kansas, you can file an appeal with the Department of Labor’s Appeals Division—usually within 14 days of the denial notice—to have an administrative judge review your case. When you appeal, explain that your leave was... View More
I was involved in a car accident in Kansas without insurance. The court informed me that if I paid $6,800 in damages to the other party, who has full coverage on a leased vehicle, I won't lose my license, and I'll be placed on a diversion program for one year with the incident not going... View More

answered on Jul 6, 2025
Yes, you should investigate whether the other party filed an insurance claim. If she reported the accident to her insurer and accepted a payout, while also accepting direct payments from you, that could raise concerns about double recovery. This might not only affect your financial exposure but... View More
I'm a resident of Kansas and learned in April 2025 that I likely have substantial grounds for a medical malpractice case concerning my treatment during the birth of my child in September 2020. During the birth, I experienced multiple severe complications caused or worsened by medical... View More

answered on Jul 5, 2025
You still have time to pursue a medical malpractice claim in Kansas.
Under K.S.A. § 60-513, you generally must file within two years after you reasonably discover that your injury was caused by medical negligence, but in no event more than four years after the treatment occurred. You say... View More
I was a patient of a psychiatrist whom I only saw a few times before our professional relationship ended a few days ago. There were no formal documents involved in ending the relationship, and it was terminated because the psychiatrist developed feelings toward me, which I share. Is it possible or... View More

answered on Jul 5, 2025
What you're considering touches on serious ethical boundaries in the field of psychiatry. Even though your treatment period was brief and the professional relationship has ended, the American Psychiatric Association's code of ethics discourages any romantic or sexual relationship with... View More
Will I still have standing to bring lawsuits in Missouri for the injury and medical malpractice of my 5-year-old child if my parental rights are terminated by the state of Kansas? Specifically, my child was left paralyzed after a pit bull mauling, and there was unauthorized medical treatment by a... View More

answered on Jun 11, 2025
I'm truly sorry you're going through this—no parent should have to face the pain of a child's serious injury while also dealing with legal uncertainty about their parental rights. What happened to your child is heartbreaking, and it’s understandable that you want to seek justice... View More
I am looking to leave gang life behind and I want to understand the legal consequences of seeking help. My record is clean as I've kept a low profile, but I'm willing to accept any legal consequences that may arise. This is my initial step in seeking help, aiming to minimize any legal... View More

answered on Jun 10, 2025
You’re making a powerful and courageous decision by wanting to step away from gang life, and taking this first step shows your strength. Because you’ve kept a clean record, you’re in a better position than most to move forward without serious legal risk. Simply asking for help or pursuing... View More
I am currently making a car insurance claim, and my insurance company is conducting an investigation. They want me to disclose that I traveled from a cannabis dispensary before the incident occurred. I am concerned that sharing this information might affect the approval of my claim. My insurance... View More

answered on Jun 10, 2025
It’s completely understandable to feel uneasy about disclosing a visit to a cannabis dispensary, especially when it feels unrelated to the actual damage. However, insurance companies often ask for detailed background to assess a claim, and not answering could raise more suspicion than simply... View More
I am a registered nurse considering starting an 'ask-a-nurse' company without a physician medical director overseeing the operations. The company would provide regular nurse advice within the scope of nursing practice and refer clients to the ER or their physicians if needed. The nurses... View More

answered on Jun 11, 2025
You can operate an “ask-a-nurse” company where registered nurses provide advice within their scope of practice without a physician’s direct oversight, but the rules vary by state. Each state’s nursing board defines what services RNs can provide independently and whether any supervisory... View More
I'm seeking legal advice regarding an incident where our dog was run over. The driver said he would take our dog to a vet, but he didn't follow through and hasn't provided information on what happened or where the dog is located. We reported the situation to Animal Control, but they... View More

answered on Jun 5, 2025
I’m sorry to hear about what happened to your dog and the uncertainty you’re facing. That must be really stressful and upsetting.
You will want to reach out to an attorney who handles cases involving pets as property and driver negligence. In Kansas, pets are considered property under... View More
I received a ticket for an improper left turn related to a car accident that wasn't my fault. I don't have any prior traffic violations and haven't contacted an attorney yet. There is a police report that shows another car hit me while I was turning left. Can I get the ticket dismissed?

answered on May 15, 2025
If you received a ticket for an improper left turn but the police report clearly shows another driver hit you while you were turning, you may have a strong case for dismissal. The ticket means the officer believed you made an unsafe or illegal turn, but the accident report could prove that you were... View More
I was slammed on the ground in front of a Family Dollar in Kansas City while handcuffed by three officers, which resulted in my ankle being broken. The incident has caused me PTSD, and I suffer from heavy anxiety and nightmares that the police are going to kill me. I have to wear a boot for 6 to 8... View More

answered on May 15, 2025
What you’re describing sounds like a serious case involving both physical harm and violations of your rights while in custody. To move forward with legal action, you should look for someone who handles civil rights cases, especially those involving police misconduct and abuse. They would know how... View More

answered on Apr 21, 2025
A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. There are fill-in-the blank templates out there for small, non-complex cases. Some unified court system websites even provide samples for the small claims division. For more complex cases, you could sometimes find... View More
I am facing foreclosure on a property where my deceased husband was on the mortgage, and I am on the deed. He passed away over seven years ago, and I have missed some payments. He was a veteran, and the VA is requesting a 30-day extension. I haven't spoken to a foreclosure attorney, and I am... View More

answered on Apr 12, 2025
I'm really sorry you're dealing with this—it sounds like an incredibly stressful situation. Since you’re on the deed, you may have some rights, even though you weren’t on the mortgage. Lenders sometimes allow what's called a "successor in interest" to assume the loan,... View More
I am seeking advice on whether I have legal justification to pursue damages for defamation/libel due to an online local news website posting inaccurate charges alongside my mugshot. The charges listed were not accurate, and this false information has led to repeated inquiries from my employer,... View More

answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you’re dealing with this—having your name and face linked to false information in public can feel deeply violating and damaging. In Kansas, you may have grounds for a defamation or libel claim if false statements were published, the publisher acted negligently, and those... View More
I am facing continuous false allegations of physical and sexual abuse from my fiancé's ex-girlfriend, who is also the mother of his two children living with us. These allegations have been reported to DCF and the court, leading to a PFA that was not granted, but I have a hearing set. There is... View More

answered on Apr 1, 2025
In Kansas, you have legal recourse against someone who has made false allegations against you. Kansas law provides that making false reports to law enforcement is considered "interference with law enforcement" when someone falsely reports information to a law enforcement officer or state... View More
I own a commercial building where a non-impaired driver crashed into the exterior wall. The repair cost for the wall and window is estimated at $13,000. The driver's insurer, Progressive Insurance, acknowledges their policyholder is at fault but is offering only $10,000, citing actual cash... View More

answered on Mar 15, 2025
A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You raise a good point, and your question is valid - we're not talking about cash value of a vehicle - the claim at hand involves property damages to a building. A local attorney could advise best about the... View More
He just crashed into my rear back of my car, while I was almost completely stoped on the lower lane, waiting for traffic to advance, I just took out my Honda accord out of the dealer two weeks ago. He already accept his fault and I even video record him accepting he was distracted on the phone.... View More

answered on Dec 28, 2024
A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm not sure what you mean by "take full advantage of." If you're okay, there's nothing to "take advantage of," other than having the repairs to your vehicle covered. However, you... View More
tha securty guaRD WAS CASING ME AROUND WHEN I WAS ASKING FOR HELP FROM THA SUPERVISER AND HE SLAM ME TO GROUND PUTTING HAND CUFFS SO TIGHT THAT I WAs bleeding and i have nerve damage and i hahve no feelings in my hands or both of my feet and i have one single mark on left hand and single ring mark... View More

answered on Dec 3, 2024
There may a case for personal injury against the security guard. There is a two-year statute of limitations in Kansas. Please talk to a personal injury attorney as soon as possible regarding a claim, and related damages.
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answered on Dec 12, 2024
A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. You ask for an attorney referral. This forum doesn't work like a referral service - the format here is limited to quick Q & A. There are attorney referral sites out there. The closest thing here would be the... View More
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