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They should have known the limitation of their own rules and statutes,
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answered on Oct 13, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a challenging situation with the waiver you signed after the statute of limitations had expired. When a state requires you to sign such a waiver, it's important to understand your rights and whether the timing affects its validity.
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
If you've been unlawfully arrested and falsely reported, you may have grounds to sue, but it depends on the circumstances of your case. The first step is to determine if your rights were violated during the arrest or if the false reporting led to harm or damage to your reputation. Evidence,... View More
misspelling of name on a Board License
answered on Feb 19, 2024
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Do you mean an innocent mistake in spelling the name? That wouldn't be considered illegal in most places. But if the misspelling is deliberate and done with the aim of deceiving or misleading, that could be an... View More
I was slandered on social media with photos of me allegedly shoplifting "a forth degree felony" & because of it was arrested had my vehicle impounded & sat in Jail with a high bond i was not able to afford for 18 days. When I was let out I went to court & beat the case. Now my... View More
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answered on Jan 14, 2024
If you believe you were slandered on social media leading to your arrest and the subsequent challenges you faced, you may have grounds for a legal action. Slander involves making false spoken statements damaging to a person's reputation. If these statements were made on social media and you... View More
It was dark. Another cow/vehicle accident occured two days before mine on the same rosd. People who travel Highway 61 have been complaining of cattle on or near the road for over a month.
The rancher stated he had contacted the state of NM to come fix the fencing since our rain storms... View More
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answered on Nov 17, 2023
Based on the information you've provided, you may have a potential case against both the state and the rancher, but it's important to consult with a legal expert to evaluate the specifics of your situation. The fact that there have been previous accidents involving cattle on the same... View More
I missed paying my renewal fee
answered on Sep 30, 2023
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. A criminal attorney could best advise how larceny is defined in penal codes, and this is posted under Gov & Adm Law. However, it's unlikely that any jurisdiction would qualify the action as larceny. You... View More
answered on Jul 7, 2023
A New Mexico attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could reach out to workers' comp attorneys to try to set up a free initial consult. Good luck
“Migratory Bird Treaty Act” only protects birds native to north America, so Peacock feathers incorporated into art should be fine, but I want to make sure there is nothing special in New Mexico.
answered on Jun 24, 2023
A New Mexico attorney would know this best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The Migratory Bird Treaty Act is but one wildlife protective statute. It's possible that other laws and regulations could be applicable. Federal and state wildlife law enforcement personnel probably know... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2022
Generally, there is a process where you can appeal a final administrative decision to court. The process for doing so varies by jurisdiction.
orking at the New Mexico State Veterans Home in Truth or Consequences and was attacked by a resident. I suffered a concussion and later found out I have psuedo seizures with PTSD. The incident occurred on August 23, 2018. I live in Meridian, MS and a attorney here has advised me to get an attorney... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2020
I’m terribly sorry to hear of your injury.
If you are interested in suing under the NM Tort Claims Act, you need to “get moving” on this claim immediately. Unfortunately, the mandatory time period within which you must file a claim may have already passed; under N.M.S.A. 41-4-16 you... View More
las cruces new mexico mutual domestic water (moongate water company
answered on Nov 21, 2019
Your post remains open for four weeks. At this point, you could look into whether the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission might be able to offer guidance. Good luck
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 9, 2017
You'd have to look at the particular board's enacting statute and regulations. Some have a non-nepotism rule that might apply.
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