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I live in a Common Interest Community; and have been accused of putting materials [such a paint, drywall, construction materials, etc...] down the drain. There was damage to their bathroom with this stuff coming up out of their drain. The plumbing is shared between mine and the neighboring unit. I... View More 
answered on Dec 20, 2019
I'm sorry for your difficult situation. You could ask to see the report and conclusions of the plumber whose determination is used to establish liability. If those findings are against you, you could consider the option of contacting a plumber of your own for a second opinion. If some sort of... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2019
Look at summary judgment in terms of what it means, and you'll realize on its face that it is a decision not to be taken lightly. When a party files a motion for summary judgment, they ask the court to reach a conclusion about the issue without trial. Under Rule 56 of the Federal Rules of... View More
The photo from that person’s dating profile would be used in this hypothetical. The statements are true.
answered on Aug 24, 2019
Yes, it is illegal--at least in the sense of possibly being defamatory, which is actionable in most if not all states. However, truth is usually an absolute defense in most if not all states too. Practically speaking, no lawyer would ever advise any client to go online in a public forum to do what... View More
First party is my daughter diagnosed with incapaciting mental condition, possibly coerced by a pimp drug user
answered on Jan 29, 2019
there is a thing called Nevada protection order . it is actually an order by which the applicant can use power of court t require a third party to do or not to do something. you should apply for this order in order to protect your daughter. follow this link to apply or understand... View More
the truck up the saw was missing is the dealer responsible or am I?
answered on Dec 4, 2018
It could depend on additional facts, one of which would be whether they had a policy or disclaimer regarding property left in vehicles.
Tim Akpinar
This concerns the hotel mass shooting oct 1 2017
Someone said
Service elevators are not protected by law. That’s a company policy and the only reason they are called service elevators is because they are generally larger in size, able to carry a heavier load, and keep the public... View More
answered on Jul 19, 2018
If anyone is sued by MGM grand I'll be happy to give them a free consult.
As to the question, status of elevators is not relevant.
Hotel security guards and management liable if they don't take appropriate steps. If the person is violent they are not required to put their... View More
How does my vet find how to challenge their ruling.
I'm not asking for more than 10k.
has been sent out and the litigation process has been started probably going on 5 months. Now we are not happy with the lawyers office because we call we never get in touch with the office and when we do they give us no information and tell us there going to call us back but never do we have to... View More
answered on Mar 11, 2017
I suggest you sit down with the attorney in person to review things. You may always change attorneys but a new attorney may have a concern about jumping in the middle of something. There are time lags in litigation, so I'm not shocked--the lawyers office is doing a not good job of advising you... View More
He's been segregated in solitaire confinement by the NORTHERN NV CORRECTIONAL CENTER based on his health status and sexual orientation and discriminated against now for about 8.5 months. I contacted the facility after the DOJ stepped in and advised them that an attorney would be contacting... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2016
Contact the Nevada Civil Liberties Union, and ask to speak with one of their "cooperating attorneys" for prison issues. They give free consults.
answered on Jul 14, 2015
Not sure the defendant ever becomes a plaintiff in the same case, but a defendant can become a counterclaimant or a cross-plaintiff, at least in AZ.
Thed lawyer in Las Vegas said she will let the part know her decision after a law suit how long does it take, ?
answered on May 18, 2011
Your question is hard one. Usually judges have no time limits. Most judges are conscientious and try to promptly write a decision. Occasionally judges sit on a decision for a long time. Lawyers debate among themselves what they can do, if anything, to try and help their client when a judge sits on... View More
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