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This case involves a well-known Massachusetts college (name withheld) that has faced past allegations of antitrust violations, including defrauding students. In March, my daughter received an admission offer from this college, which she declined in favor of another institution. After notifying the... View More 
This case involves a well-known Massachusetts college (name withheld) that has faced past allegations of antitrust violations, including defrauding students. In March, my daughter received an admission offer from this college, which she declined in favor of another institution. After notifying the... View More
Rental agreement, banking.
answered on Oct 7, 2024
A Massachusetts attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If you're the one being accused of the fraud, and it has risen to a criminal level (insurance company or public agency making an accusation of fraud), then a criminal defense attorney consult could be a... View More
I am not worried that it could be used against me, but more that someone else, possibly pretending to be the owner of the materials would use it in their own case.
answered on Jul 25, 2024
If your property or identity is stolen, it could potentially be used as evidence in court by an impersonator. However, the legitimacy and admissibility of such evidence would depend on various factors, including the ability to prove the theft and the identity of the true owner.
Intellectual... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
I understand this is a stressful and concerning situation. As a DACA recipient who has been the victim of identity theft, here are a few important points to keep in mind regarding your legal options:
- U visas are available to victims of certain crimes who have suffered substantial mental... View More
Has stolen my identity and opened credit card and I filed a identity theft claim
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answered on May 27, 2023
It sounds like what she's doing is illegal but that's merely speculative based upon your brief statement. I recommend you contact the Division of Motor Vehicles.
The citation has no info other then the date it happened and the date it was defaulted on. The thing is I've never been pulled over or sent anything in the mail. so i suspect someone used my name in a traffic stop. But since the citation is defaulted i cant request a hearing. I have no idea... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2022
The first thing you should do is go online to the MA RMV and get a copy of your driving record.
https://www.mass.gov/how-to/request-a-driving-record It should list the Court and default and a citation number. When You call the Court, ask for a copy of the ticket, and explain you have... View More
My health was used multiple times for ambulance rides, hospital and doctors visits. Now, I need help to rectify the damage done to my credit and medical records
answered on May 16, 2019
Contact your health insurance carrier without delay to notify them of the security breach. If you receive bills for co-payments or other uncovered charges, contact the entities doing the billing (hospitals, physicians, ambulance services, etc.) and coordinate with your insurance carrier to... View More
IF I CALL THE POLICE WILL THEY BE ABLE TO GET IT FROM HER AND WILL SHE BE ARRESTED?
answered on Jan 24, 2019
Nobody can predict what the police will do. If she stole your property, you can report this theft to the police. You would be wise to consider reporting this to your bank to protect your assets. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an... View More
This is a large case involving a family member stealing my inherited social security funds as a result of my father's death. ID theft & personal property by stolen friends, family state l’ve been disabled since 9. I am now 41. I’ve been Misdiagnosed since 9 mounts ago! Now friends... View More
answered on Jun 15, 2018
Pro bono prosecutor?? you cannpt hire a prosecutor. Prosecutors work for the government.
Call the Department of HHS. They have investigators
My mother placed a utility bill in my name without my knowledge. The bill is over four grand. I contacted the company as soon as I found out but they said I have to file a police report. I do not want my mother to go to jail and I can not let her find out I am trying to take the bill out of my name... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2017
Go to the FTC website, IDTheft.gov and download an ID Theft Affidavit. Present that to the utility company. If they harass you after you fill out the affidavit and provide it to them, get a solid consumer protection law firm to help you.
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