Your current state is Ohio
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
It's crucial to understand that towing laws can vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another, and specific circumstances play a critical role in determining legality. Generally, property owners do have the right to remove unauthorized vehicles from their property. However, most areas... View More 
I was very aggressive with words when he approached my car. He tried to coax me out the car to fight I guess. How do I get his name to license plate and take him to court
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
If you feel the other driver acted recklessly in a way that endangered you, the appropriate course of action is to file a police report. Provide them with as many details as you can recall, including the location, time, vehicle description, license plate if you saw it, and a factual description of... View More
I am not the owner of a shared driveway. The driveway owner doesn't maintain it and at times it gets almost unusable, until I call and pay someone to have it graded, which is basically just a band aid to make it usable.
Also, the driveway is approx. a quarter mile long.
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
In a situation involving a shared driveway where the owner is not properly maintaining it, you have a few options to address the issue:
1. Communicate with the owner: Try to have a friendly conversation with the driveway owner about the maintenance issues. Explain your concerns and see if... View More
How long does it have to be there to be considered abandoned and what's the impound fee law
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
The duration a vehicle must be left unattended before it is considered abandoned on the highway can vary depending on local laws. Typically, a car might be tagged as abandoned if left unattended on public property for a period that could range from 24 hours to several days. It's important to... View More
On January 12, of 2021, a Meijer loss prevention employee (Miles) at the Michigan City Meijer store falsely accused me of producing a can of mace, loudly threatening her and displaying and pointing a knife in her direction. The Meijer surveillance footage shows that "the male subject"... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems that you were wrongfully accused and charged with a serious crime (armed robbery with a deadly weapon) by a Meijer loss prevention employee, despite evidence from surveillance footage showing that you did not produce mace or display a knife as alleged. As... View More
They said they are complaint driven. Others nearby have the same violation, yet code isn't citing them.
Is it illegal for a non-city vehicle (personal car) to park in a city bus garage with the buses? If so, what is the statute please? Thank you.
I was hired as a “payroll manager” in city government but when I started the job I found out on day one that there is almost zero payroll duties and all treasury duties. Not my area of expertise at all-and they knew that when they hired me. Now they are “disappointed” in my lack of... View More
I was told by an officer, they only cover the ring camera when a person doesn’t open the door for an officer. My ring camera was not covered at the time, but as the search went on the camera was covered .
answered on Mar 29, 2024
That's tampering with evidence and is illegal. You can sue the for a civil rights violation, though your judgment would be nominal without other damages and you can file a motion to suppress any evidence obtained as a result of the search.
The city gets to save money with paperless billing. The customers set up auto pay with a credit card. This was a win-win. But the city now wants to change terms saying they will charge customers for credit card fees. This eliminates the incentive for the city to use a low cost credit card... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2024
In California, businesses, including cities providing utilities, have the discretion to charge fees for credit card transactions, subject to state regulations and any agreements they may have with customers. The legality of introducing a new fee after a service has been provided under certain terms... View More
He was fined today and today I received a notice that I have 30 days to leave or will be more legal action
answered on Mar 27, 2024
Alabama law is more favorable to landlords than to tenants. Begin your defense with your written lease, if you have one. Even if he cannot evict you easily, he could refuse to renew your lease next time around. If you don't have a written lease, the law presumes you are a month-to-month... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
In Kentucky, like many other states, a tow company can refuse to release your car under certain circumstances. The most common reason for refusal is non-payment of towing or storage fees. Before a tow company releases your vehicle, you need to ensure all associated fees are paid. Additionally,... View More
A neighbor's cat using our house as a litter box for the past two months. It took me about a month to find out the owner of the cat. I have spoken to them about this problem twice but they have not done anything to prevent their cat roaming freely. This has caused quite a nuisance in front of... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
That is a problem. Call the Animal Control office one more time. Get the name of everyone you talk to there and take notes of the call. If you get no help, you can start a small claims case against the cat owner, Animal Control, AND the HOA. That will cost you about $60. But you will get... View More
We are cleaning river bottom where a scrap metal company has missed the barge while loading. The metal is underwater and we are not touching land at any time. Are we breaking any laws.
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
In regards to your question about recovering scrap metal from the Tennessee River, it's essential to understand that various laws may apply. These include federal, state, and local regulations concerning environmental protection, salvage rights, and navigation. For instance, the Clean Water... View More
I had a misdemeanor DV 8 or so years ago in Nevada. The PD gave me a plea deal to get out of jail if I gave up my gun rights. I agreed because I was young and it was an easy way to get out of jail. I moved out of state to TX shortly after that to get away.
One of the clauses was to do some... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
Your situation sounds challenging, but understanding the legal implications is the first step towards resolution. In Texas, as in many states, a conviction for a misdemeanor domestic violence charge typically affects one's gun rights. This is because federal law, namely the Lautenberg... View More
It is amplified sound system with off key tape recordings 10 times a day everyday. It is on automatic computer dial-up.
How to stop it?
Church will not stop it.
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answered on Mar 23, 2024
Dealing with noise nuisance, especially from a public institution like a church, can be challenging. The first step is typically to document the noise: record times, durations, and how it affects your daily life. This evidence can be critical in any legal proceedings or negotiations. Reach out to... View More
I have been dealing with matters concerning the small village where deceased parent's house is located. My dealings with the village attorney have become rather unfavorable. I have recently learned that this attorney is personal Facebook friends with over half the members of the village... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2024
It's understandable that you might feel concerned about the village attorney's personal connections with members of the village council, especially if it affects your dealings with the village. Legally, there's no clear-cut rule prohibiting attorneys from being friends, even on... View More
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