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No insurance and he wasn't living with me at the time. The other party's insurance is suing me.
answered on Jan 22, 2025
Anybody can sue anybody, but I think you have a good defense. Don't talk to the insurance company and hire a lawyer.
Let's say an ex had a cop gave you a no contact warning. You want to open up publicly about her verbal and emotional abuse. Can you legally do that if you don't use it to contact them or list any names?
answered on Jan 25, 2025
I get what you're saying, but what is the point? The people who know or care already have their opinion about you and her; people who don't know, probably also don't care, and you "coming out publicly" won't win you any allies.
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She be telling people I called the cops on her family and got someone arrested I have the Libel on snap-fallenking06782
Warrant wasn't issued until 3 months after incident was reported and officer was asked to provide verified video surveillance to prove allegations true but refused until after I requested a jury trial from the judge on the Magistrates Court hearing. Judge immediately informed officer that he... View More
My mother keeps insisting that her unlimited POA from 2001 is valid. She has known for more than a year that my grandmother made a new POA in 2023 and states all prior POA is revoked she was competent in 2023 and I have documentation by her neurologist that she has full capacity to make decisions... View More
Was sent a notice about a month ago not once did it mention towing date or fee. There was communication on my end to management established a plan to get my car moved that month. Come to find my car missing, for al I know I thought it was stolen. I’m assuming someone from my HOA falsely... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2025
It sounds like a frustrating situation, and you may have a valid concern regarding the towing of your car. If your HOA or management agreed to a plan with you to move the car and then had it towed without proper notice, it could be a violation of your rights. Review the notice you received to see... View More
We had a truly terrible lawyer representing my husband in our divorce case. He was fired for lying to his client and encouraging unethical behavior. I reviewed him on Avvo. Everything in the review is fact. I made sure of that. I have endless emails detailing his actions. He then emailed me... View More
I own Copyright, 12-29-98, PPA 4-25-15, and 3N Technologies Trademark on Classification trade tools.
answered on Jan 17, 2025
Under California law, if you were treated viciously by caretakers and their manager during a period when your brain was swollen, you may have legal claims under personal injury law, elder or dependent adult
I recently sent a private photo to someone I trusted, and they shared it with another individual who is now threatening to post it publicly. This situation has caused me significant emotional distress, and I would like to take legal action against those involved under Ohio’s laws regarding... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2025
I understand how distressing and violating this situation must be for you, and I want you to know that you have legal options available in Ohio. You're taking the right steps by preserving evidence of the threats and communications.
Ohio law specifically criminalizes the non-consensual... View More
A homeowner in Georgia, who has since moved but continues to harass and slander members of the Board of Directors for a HOA has created a website under the name of the Association. Should the Association's Board seek legal remedies against this former owner?
This person had a prior lawyer who dropped her case, yrs went by someone referred her to me I provided a service to help her. I'm not a lawyer but knowledgeable on certain things and wanted to assist her in her plight I reached out to the company. She worked for and the retirement department... View More
A SF public official involved in redevelopment has been making defamatory statements, calling me a burglar/criminal to virtually everyone in the neighborhood. Demanded all businesses withhold employment offers/ contracts/ or services to me, abusing his control over commercial leasing to enforce.... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
Public officials in California do have limited immunity from defamation claims when making statements within the scope of their official duties. However, this immunity typically doesn't extend to statements made with actual malice or those clearly outside their official capacity.
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Someone posted humiliating and degrading msgs in nmy group.as far as cyber law is concerned no one is allowed to post something without thier consent
answered on Jan 23, 2025
One option could be to discuss a cease-and-desist letter from an attorney if the material is false and harmful or results in an invasion of privacy, among other possible violations. With additional details about the nature and scope of what was written, an attorney could advise more meaningfully.... View More
Every time I contact the head of the police department he forwards me to another police officer the same guy who is refusing to do anything about it and he is telling me that they tried to do everything they could which I know he is lying what more can i do who can I reach out to support and help... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2025
I'm truly sorry you're experiencing this struggle. It's important to keep detailed records of all interactions, including dates, times, and the names of those you speak with. This documentation can be crucial in building your case.
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