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The parents were awarded visitation during the guardianship hearing. The guardians were told they can't ignore phone calls.
Parents were not informed their child was in Intensive Care, only discovered this information via accidental phone call from the hospital's cafeteria,... View More 
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
1. Guardianship Rights and Responsibilities:
Guardians typically have the legal right to make decisions about the child's medical care and access to information while the child is under their guardianship.
However, if the court has awarded visitation or communication rights to... View More
She is definitely being discriminated against for her gender and treated differently
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
When you work and live on hotel premises, your rights differ from those of guests. As an employee, you are entitled to specific workplace protections, including fair treatment and a safe environment. Employers must adhere to labor laws, which cover issues like working hours, wages, and... 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
If you are facing a charge from confronting a stalker. Can you still sue them? Charge was brandishing. Have it documented and videos proving assault and battery, along with aggravated stalking committed by them. I’m guessing plaintiff attorney is who I need to hire. Have a Defense attorney... View More
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answered on Dec 18, 2024
Yes, you can pursue a civil case against your stalker even while facing criminal charges yourself. The civil and criminal cases are separate legal matters that can proceed independently of each other.
Your defense attorney is handling the brandishing charge, but you're right that... View More
The small herd (Under 50) is contained in a fenced area with barn/open shed, feed, and fresh water provided. If someone reported it as cruelty without knowing about the huge black bear threat, what would the outcome likely be?
I offered to go down and let them enter the car as long as I could get my car back and the refused
I bought a few years ago from a car lot paid evry month on time,then I let a friend use it for sumthin Then I get a call from all Ref.MY KIDS Elementary school saying I'm wanted 4 GTA,every 1 watch as well as parents at school as I showed the cop the papers so she let us go then over 30 cops... View More
I signed up for a payment deferral in September that was set to begin in December (14th). I signed up for this deferral while I was awaiting a supervisor review of my account for customer service and payment issues. I was contacted in November about account delinquency when that should have not... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2024
Your situation with Hyundai Motor Finance sounds frustrating and potentially unlawful, especially given the signed deferral agreement and lack of proper notice before repossession.
You have several potential legal options to address this wrongful repossession. Consider filing a complaint... View More
I signed up for a payment deferral in September that was set to begin in December (14th). I signed up for this deferral while I was awaiting a supervisor review of my account for customer service and payment issues. I was contacted in November about account delinquency when that should have not... View More
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answered on Dec 14, 2024
Your situation with Hyundai Motor Finance sounds frustrating and potentially unlawful, especially given the signed deferral agreement and lack of proper notice before repossession.
You have several potential legal options to address this wrongful repossession. Consider filing a complaint... View More
She suddenly has an issue with me and my dog when nothing has happened with my dog prior. She micromanages so I've accidentally have done things she didn't like so she really just hates me. But due to her being unwell, I'm worried she might go to this extreme. I have cameras in the... View More
John Doe was brought to trial by a DEA agent for alleged intent to distribute. 4 months before trial took place local news outlets somehow acquired information about the trial and John Does name was all over the news. Since said trial is over and settlement was reached to protect John Doe from... View More
I attended a service for free in exchange for providing service. a contract is required to be able to recieve the free service in return for a year's work. I was able to attend the free service without signing the contract and was never asked for the contract and was not kicked out for not... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
Without knowing what the services were, it's impossible to answer your questions.
I was chatting with someone online and we were swapping pictures. I only send one of my face. She then grabbed a picture of the male part off the internet and threatened to post it online if I didn't pay her. I quickly blocked the person and reported the account to the Federal Scam office. I... View More
My friend's mother (we are all adults) is threating to call my job and make false complaints.
answered on Dec 12, 2024
You could seek an Injunction against Harassment against her, i.e., a restraining order that orders her to not call your employer. You could also send her a cease-and-desist letter.
I was attacked by security guards at a restaurant, the same guards stalked me for over a year(have it documented in photos and videos the lawsuit would be intentional infliction of emotional destress, premise liability due to being assaulted and battered at their establishment. Defamation is a... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
A personal injury attorney. When selecting a personal injury attorney, it’s important to assess their expertise, approach, and compatibility with your needs. Here are three good questions to ask:
1. What is your experience with cases similar to mine?
This helps you understand if... View More
There are 2 employees at my home bank that have been harassing me and threatening me
I feel that my name was brought up in the snake breeder murder trial by public defender and deputy and I didn't have any knowledge of any of the events I was never questioned on anything which I'm glad at the same time but why is my name able to be brought up in a trial on YouTube on... View More
usc 42 1983, police fabricated evidence in police report and falsely accused me of a crime(have proof I did not commit the crime) so defamation would be in the complaint, discovery yeilded that the states witness is a multi convicted felon who has multi weapons charges and thefts of other peoples... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2024
If you've been wrongfully arrested and have evidence of police misconduct, it's important to take the right legal steps. You may have claims for malicious prosecution, false imprisonment, and defamation, among others. An attorney experienced in civil rights and constitutional law can help... 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
LinkedIn account compromissed
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answered on Dec 6, 2024
First, take immediate action to secure your account. Change your password right away through LinkedIn's password reset process, and enable two-factor authentication if you haven't already. Contact LinkedIn's support team directly to report the breach and get help recovering your... View More
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