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I am the beneficiary as well as the administrator of a will the daughter of the deceased was disinherited because she had nothing to do with her father ever until the house was up for sale her lawyers asked my lawyers for the ashes of the deceased because I had mentioned that she hadn't even... View More 
answered on Dec 25, 2024
I'm so sorry you're having concerns with your attorney's billing practices. First, read through the agreement you signed with your attorney - most likely, you agreed to pay the attorney for all his or her time, and that would include responding to another party's requests or... View More
In 2023 myself and my partner were wrongfully arrested and accused of theft, the case was dismissed as it was proved that my partner was scammed. The arresting investigator even admitted in court that he believed we were scammed. I lost 3 jobs because of this, my credit was destroyed as I... View More
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answered on Dec 23, 2024
Based on your situation, you may have grounds for multiple legal claims in California, including wrongful arrest, malicious prosecution, and defamation. The damages you've suffered - job losses, legal fees, credit damage, and IRS complications - are significant and quantifiable, which... View More
The proof is absolutely undeniable and the commissioner failed to address the prosecutor misconduct by not disclosing his witnesses relationship with a juror. Doctor-patient and close friand commissioner failed to address the witness perjury Is it purposely to deceive the court his relationship... View More
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answered on Dec 22, 2024
This situation appears to involve serious concerns about potential juror misconduct, witness relationships, and procedural irregularities in your case. The undisclosed connections between the juror, witness, and public defender could represent significant legal issues that may have affected the... View More
In 2012 I was convicted of two counts of robbery in the first degree and burglary in the first degree. In the state of Washington. The jury found on special verdict forms for the burglary I didn’t have a firearm but has a firearm for the two counts of robbery. Now this is same time same place... View More
Requested to pay out of pocket, long standing prescription
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answered on Dec 21, 2024
Yes, a pharmacist can withhold a refill if your insurance hasn’t pre-approved the medication. Insurance companies sometimes require prior authorization for certain prescriptions, even if you’ve been using them for a long time. This process ensures that the medication meets your insurance’s... View More
Charged can the arresting agency legally keep the pistol
I am the defendant in a criminal case, I hired a firm that took 40,000 from us in cash we borrowed this money in loans, its been 3 years and they have done nothing I mean nothing not filed any motions they were suposed to, not requested documents or other information, hired no experts, I have had... View More
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answered on Dec 18, 2024
This situation is deeply concerning, and you have every right to be upset about losing $40,000 while receiving inadequate representation. The behavior you've described - attorneys showing up intoxicated, abandoning the case, and failing to file necessary motions - constitutes serious legal... View More
In 2021 the cops said they did a controled buy but never got a warrent for tell 2023.And the video wrong.Not Me. But arrested me in 2023 and then had a possession charge.If the controled buy was dropped would the fruit from a possession tree be the chargesin 2023
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answered on Dec 30, 2024
It can be frustrating when legal processes take a long time, especially with limited police resources. Waiting 2½ years for a warrant might happen due to complex investigations, backlog in the legal system, or the need to gather sufficient evidence. With only one officer and one informant, the... View More
I am not a massage therapist, but am certified in many fitness modalities and also have expertise in evaluating the pelvic floor for fitness. I sometimes need to touch my students/clients to help with exercise form, and would like to incorporate external pelvic floor evaluation (with informed... View More
During this time, I was never able to reach my attorney or ever got return calls or emails. They canceled countless hearings without any notice when I took the day off of work to attend. The case never went to trial and settled for $300,000. The law firm took $200,000 of that amount plus... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2024
If you kept about 1/3 of your settlement, you did well. It also sounds like your attorney reduced his fee if you kept $100,000. Fees for a case of that age are frequently 40%. Even at a 1/3 fee, plus costs and medical expenses, you wouldn't get $100,000, unless the attorney reduced his fee.... 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 filed a complaint with the Office of Resolution Management (ORM), which ruled in my favor. The agency offered remedies, but I declined. In 2014, I hired an attorney to pursue a lawsuit after exhausting the EEOC process. However, the attorney filed and withdrew the case twice, falsely claiming it... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2024
Any employment claim you may have had has been lost to the statute of limitations. Any malpractice claim has likely also been lost to the statute of limitations, but before that conclusion can be reached, you will need to get specific confidential advice from an attorney who practices legal... View More
approach you as you're exiting ask your name and to speak to me outside. The questions asked where none of his business, no ryhm or reason, without my attorney and without just cause or a warrant to place me under arrest. When I asked why...he couldn't answer. He told me we will find... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you experienced that situation. In New Jersey, police officers typically need a valid reason, like reasonable suspicion or probable cause, to detain someone. Approaching you without a clear reason and requesting to speak outside might not align with standard procedures.
Not... View More
Friday, November 28, 2024, Ms. A, a 57-year-old female was taken to "Parkview Community Hospital" also known as "Doctors Hospital of Riverside, LLC" located at 3865 Jackson Street, Riverside, CA. Ms. A was sent via emergency ambulance by her boyfriend, with complaints of... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2024
This situation may involve both medical malpractice and an EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act) violation. Medical malpractice could be argued if the care provided fell below the standard expected, particularly regarding the lack of a gastroenterologist and potential delays in... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2024
A North Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you originally entered into an agreement with them for a set amount, then it sounds like a situation of breach of contract, from a textbook standpoint. From a PRACTICAL standpoint, your options could depend... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
Typically the attorney providing the affidavit should have some knowledge about legal malpractice and the subject area of their affidavit. Try googling legal malpractice attorneys.
In November 2022 I paid $5000 to a lawyer to represent my friend who was in custody. The lawyer had me send the $5000 payment via Zelle.
In the end all the lawyer did was go to court one day and file a motion which ended up being denied. From that point on my friend was represented by a... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2024
You would send a certified letter asking for an accounting of the money you gave him and a refund of any money that was not used up in the amount. Even if it was a flat fee, lawyers can only keep the amount that was reasonable as per an accounting. If i charge a flat fee my retainer states that it... View More
Unlawful Detainer (UD) filed by property owners through unlicensed property manager using fraudulent DRE credentials. Key issues: manager operated illegally, misrepresented broker licensing, signed rental agreement without legal authority. Complaints filed prior to UD with DRE, Fair Housing... View More
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answered on Dec 11, 2024
A stipulation in California generally requires signatures from all parties or their authorized representatives to be valid and enforceable under CCP §664.6. The absence of signatures from the plaintiff or their legal representative raises serious questions about the stipulation's... View More
I am investigating claims that an attorney known to me by only a last name, Tate, has been acting in some way as my attorney for alleged financial matters. It has been alleged that this attorney, probably from IL, had gained control of an alleged inheritance in the form of a $15 million trust fund... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
Start by consulting with a reputable attorney who has experience in legal ethics or professional misconduct cases. They can guide you through the process of challenging the federal court petition and help you understand your rights in accessing the attorney’s information. Providing them with all... View More
I have a retainer agreement on a contingency fee for a LTD with a policy holder for a public company and in the arbitration process . That signed retainer agreement has multiple options depends how the claim will go. The attorney sent e-mail that with claim determination outcome and in the the... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2024
You should make sure you have written confirmation from the attorney’s office that your decision not to continue representation is on record. Ask for copies of all relevant documents, including any files or correspondence related to your claim. Request a clear, itemized statement of any fees or... View More
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