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Q: I have been refused the sale of syringes at my neighborhood Walmart and I am a type 1 diabetic.

Walmart corp policy states anyone can buy syringes at any Walmart. Plus was told I had to buy a box and couldn’t just get a bag. That is also against policy, both against the law.

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: I'm inquiring about pro bono help for a prisoner who needs assistance with a civil rights issue.

After exhaustion of all remedy procedures relief was granted to offender partially without stipulation. Relief included $100,000.00 monetary compensation. Prisoner is preparing to go to federal court but understands a minor technicality can lose suit. Prisoner assures this isn't a scam, waste... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: Can a dealership sell a car if my name is still on the title? This was after a trade-in and fraudulent sale situation.

I traded in my Kia for a Toyota, and was told there were no accidents on the Toyota, only to find out a couple months later that it had actually been in a moderate accident. I went back to reverse the transaction due to misrepresentation and fraudulent sale, and they had already sold my Kia.... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Estate Planning, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Louisiana on
Q: Partner cut up my entire wardrobe, as well as my wires to hair appliances. He's cut, glued, thrown everything,etc. Help

He's sold my television without my knowledge. Stolen money from my wallet and accounts. Cyber stalks, tracks, bugs my devices... Hides my belongings in air vents, threatens my safety and tries to keep the boys from me..

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: I worked as a ci and in a case a few years later the procicuting attorney brought it out in court and it was published

The DA Was prosecuting me on a case for a Tex massage and said I was a ci and news paper published it

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: May any agent of the state enter gated and posted private property to issue a subpoena or summons to the premises owner?

16 acres. House is over 120 yards from road. No trespassing sign and gate at entry. Would gate have to be closed and locked?

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Traffic Tickets for Louisiana on
Q: Would getting a ticket for no registration on a rare 22yr old privite Mercedes violate my constitutional right?

Constitutional Law § 101 all citizens be free to travel throughout the length and breadth of the United States uninhibited by statutes, rules, or regulations which unreasonably burden or restrict this movement.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 4, 2023

The constitutional right to travel is not an absolute right and is subject to reasonable regulation by the government. Requirements for vehicle registration and proof of insurance are generally considered to be reasonable regulations to ensure the safety of drivers and passengers on public roads.... Read more »

Q: I need to speak to someone about section 8, my disabilities, threatening phone calls from parish and landlord, and othe

I really need to speak to someone asap in regards to my health section 8 and important other factors

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Mar 4, 2023

I'm sorry to hear that you are experiencing these issues. I recommend contacting your local Section 8 office or the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for assistance. You can find your local Section 8 office by visiting the HUD website and using the Office Locator tool. You can... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I recive my possession after I plead guilty ( forfeited) I was busted by the tasked police they arrested me took car
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answered on Mar 2, 2023

If you plead guilty and the court ordered the forfeiture of your property, you may not be able to receive your possession back. In general, when property is forfeited, it becomes the property of the government, and the owner loses all rights to it. However, in some cases, a court may allow the... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: Can I sue a company for slander/deformation of character, emotional distress and racial profiling?

I went into this store and was not even in the store for 5 minutes a sales associate called security. He told security that I was in there stealing and was banned from the store. Security approached and told me what was going and said I had to leave I told him I did not know what he was talking... Read more »

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 12, 2022

A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Although you were treated badly in the store, from a legal standpoint, it does not sound like a case that a law firm would consider handling on a contingency basis. And if there were no tangible damages, it... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: What is probable cause to pull over a motorist

I was pulled over by an unmarked vehicle with four men not in uniform. They did not identify themselves. I exited my vehicle to see what they needed. They immediately pushed me on the hood of the vehicle and placed me in handcuffs. They searched me extensively without a warrant and without my... Read more »

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Aug 29, 2022

If you have been offered a plea bargain of 30 years based on your post, then something (perhaps a lot) is missing. That said, just on the amount of time you are offered, you need to immediately hire a criminal defense attorney to make sure your rights are protected and that you are aware of your... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Louisiana on
Q: What to file If I don't agree with judges order and need a continuence to find new attorney for an examination hearing

Was sued for breaking a 2yr rental contract. 3 months into the new rental with exgirlfriend, i was told by police that I could not return to the property because of( arguing with exgirlfriend). She stay in rental for a year then abandoned it. I missed court so the judge said I owe 30,000. I'm... Read more »

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jul 25, 2022

You do not mention when your court date is, however, you need to go about hiring an attorney between now and then. If you are able to hire an attorney before then, then he (ad you) will decide whether or not to seek a continuance. If you do not think you will be able to hire an attorney before... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: I was served papers from my husband for blood and name change. I wasn’t in the state but someone signed how? Could they

How could they let anyone sign I missed court so they dropped his arrears and I guess changed my son name yet I knew nothing about this

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jun 14, 2022

Please contact a child custody/family attorney in your area to discuss the specifics of this. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: My daughter had spent time in prison and it were false imprisonment illegal imprisonment .what kind of attorney I need

What kind of attorney I need.and who can I suit

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on May 27, 2022

If you are seeking money damages then you need a civil rights or 1983 attorney. Use the Justia Find an Attorney tab and search for attorneys in your area who have an area of practice which includes this.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law, Civil Rights, Education Law and Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: The teacher calls my son stupid cos.he doesn't speak English
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on May 11, 2022

Make an appointment with the Principal

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Family Law and Civil Rights for Louisiana on
Q: My question is about speedy trial.

My significant other and I were arrested on August 8, 2020, for a supposed warrant for felony cruelty to a juvenile. We were both incarcerated for the next seven days until my boss, at the time, bailed us out. We are still both puzzled as to how and why this occurred, in the first place. We were... Read more »

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on May 7, 2022

Your attorney can file a speedy trial motion.

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