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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: What jurisdiction would I file a claim?

I lived in a place that we found out had toxic black mold and me and my family have been medically harmed by this. I asked the landlord to fix the issues and they refused, I complained to the health department and Fire Marshall and both told them they had to fix it due to serious health conditions... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 2, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but you await a response for two weeks. You may already be in touch with an Ohio attorney with the eviction. Consult with a local personal injury attorney about the best manner for handing the element of injury. Although the place of occurrence of an injury or... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: My sons father and I have a court order 50/50 but I’ve have found out his gf is signing papers at school!? What can Ido

She said well they’re getting married until then and even then she doesn’t know enough as I do to be entitled to any paper work

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Sep 9, 2023

Your question does not detail whether this is addressed in your parenting plan. You need to raise the issue with your kid's dad in writing. Explain your concern and how it actually relates to your child's best interest. Separate your own ego the argument of not liking this because... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Do I have a legal defense by declaring the court order I violated was obtained illegally when I have proof of the fact?

I have been charged with violating a court order, but I have proof that it was obtained illegally by falsifying evidence

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 8, 2023

Yes, you can secure a declaratory judgment from a court declaring that a court order you violated was issued illegally and that can be a defense to any action seeking to enforce the court order against you.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Legal Malpractice for Ohio on
Q: How to find a attorney that will file suit against the county for Prosecutorial misconduct false arrest and imprisonment

Warren county Ohio, and I have a plethora of additional information/ criminal actions

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 4, 2023

Because such claims are rarely successful and very expensive to pursue, your best strategy is to offer a significantly higher hourly fee backed up by a six figure retainer to persuade a competent and experienced attorney to take such a case.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: What kind of attorney do I need to file a civil and constructional rights lawsuit? For not getting a fair Jury trial.
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 24, 2023

First and foremost, you need an appellate attorney to successfully overturn the jury verdict on appeal on a specific ground that shows a lack of fairness in your trial. Unless and until you accomplish this, you have no viable civil claim.

Assuming your appellate attorney succeeds, you need...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Ohio on
Q: Are there any cases that cite about Parent alienation Syndrome or Malicious Parent Syndrome?

I have a loved one that was wrongfully convicted and his ex has his children not wanting to talk with him and I as a best friend no law experience but trying to get this overturned and him reunited with his children.

Raquel Ann Parish
Raquel Ann Parish
answered on Aug 11, 2023

Parent alienation Syndrome and Malicious Parent Syndrome are not recognized by the American Psychiatric Association as actual "Syndrome". A Divorce or Custody case in Ohio based solely on the issues of alienation and malicious parent fails to take into the consideration the best interest... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Rights and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: Is it illegal in Ohio for a CPS agent to give a drug screen at your home?
Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Aug 14, 2023

No. It is not. CPS may ask for a drug test. A parent may refuse, but CPS is free to conclude that this means the parent will test positive and treat the refusal as an equivalent to that result. This is not placing a parent in jeopardy of arrest so the warrant requirement / probable cause... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Can a judge plea not guilty for you, I challange this and she acknowledged
Roger  Bouchard
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Roger Bouchard
answered on Jul 13, 2023

Judges only accept or deny pleas. They do not make them. The defendant is the only one who can plea to their guilt or innocence.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: My husband was and is still being denied medical attention in jail. What can be done
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answered on Jul 11, 2023

If your husband is being denied medical attention in jail, document the incidents, contact jail authorities, seek legal assistance, and consider reporting the situation to external agencies like the health department or ACLU.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Elder Law for Ohio on
Q: what can be done on abuse of a POA?

Family member with POA on my mother is not allowing legal husband to know his wife's health status, location on her health after she was taken to the hospital six days ago....

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 5, 2023

Your mother can sue the family member with the POA if that family member has exceeded the scope of authority granted in the POA. Alternatively, your mother can revoke the POA if she does not want that family member acting on her behalf anymore.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: An airline denied access to my sons legitimate medical alert service dog in June of 2023.

June 2023 an airline denied flight access to my sons legitimate medical alert service dog, even though I filled out all of the correct forms. They even saw my son and saw me performing medical care to him while waiting, and still chose to make the executive decision to deny access for his service... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jun 21, 2023

Maybe. There are three considerations.

The dog must be an actual trained service animal. The dog must pass the “public access test” and show it will remain focused on your son and his needs even in a crowded and busy airport. The dog must fit on your son’s lap or in his seat’s...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: He had till 2009 to get this all done ,I told him 3 months ago I have to get off this for Social security and Disability
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 1, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It looks like something might have gotten left off in posting - you could try reposting and adding Social Security as a category. Don't include personal information about the matter. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Ohio on
Q: I went through a humiliation in a WhatsApp group, I scheduled a procedure with someone and they came to humiliate me in

I went through a humiliation in a WhatsApp group, I scheduled a procedure with someone and they came to humiliate me in a WhatsApp group because I didn't show up, I paid in full for the service but even so she humiliated me, I'm suffering a lot therefore

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 28, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Unfortunately, despite the bad treatment from the person, a practical legal recourse could be difficult - law firms don't usually handle such matters on a contingency basis. You could reach out to attorneys to try to... View More

Q: If my job doesn't initially test for THC but than an accident occurs and THC comes up is it legal terminate/suspend you?

Basically we don't initially get drug tested for THC until an accident occurs and if THC comes up they either terminate you or fire you depending on who you are is this legal?

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answered on Jun 8, 2023

Yes. Ohio employers may terminate for THC in your system. There are no protections for employees in Ohio for use of marijuana, even medical marijuana.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: When a child is assaulted does the cops HAVE to prove maliciousness in order to prosecut the attacker?

My 13 yr old son was physically attacked by a Walmart employee, when the cop got there he said he sees what happened but it was not enough to prove the attackers maliciousness and advised me just to file a claim with Walmart. I wanted the employee charged because my son is a minor, he's... View More

Patrick DiChiro
Patrick DiChiro
answered on May 17, 2023

Maliciousness is not an element of an Assault case. All that is necessary is that you prove that a person knowingly caused or attempted to cause physical harm to another without the other person's consent. So, malice is not an element.

I hope that answers your questions. Without...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Social Security for Ohio on
Q: I am 60 years old and I found that my name on my birth certificate is different from the name that I have been using

I went to court with my mom mid 1980's and now I am having trouble identifying myself without knowing. The court has no records. I can't work or get a state ID since my ss# says the name that I used from the 80's until now. I have no criminal record at all. What do I do?

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answered on May 2, 2023

If you have been using a name that is different from the name on your birth certificate for many years and you do not have any legal documents to show that you legally changed your name, it can create difficulties in identifying yourself and obtaining official identification documents.

To...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: An LLC bought my duplex, after 1 years states they will fix issues after we leave. want to rent to their son instead?

LLC bought duplex , raises rent 200 then, when I ask for new lease I got a text that said, to difficult to fix issues while you live there so , 2 months notice to leave so the can fix apartment for the LLC son to move in? they have already moved their nephew in upstairs. I do not want to move. They... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Apr 10, 2023

It makes no difference if landlord is an LLC. If you do not have a written lease for a specified lease term, then landlord can terminate your tenancy by giving 30 days written notice. Landlord is giving you 2 months. If you don't leave, then landlord can file an eviction, which is a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Im a pro se claimant with the district court. I filed an initial complaint over civil rights violations a 1983.

I received an R and R of dismissal. I filed an objection. Then filed a motion to amend and amended complaint. What would be the reason the court failed to respond by the dealine to respond....

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Mar 11, 2023

The court does not have to respond. Whomever you sued does. There could a lot of reasons they didn’t. Do you have service on all the defendants?

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Landlord - Tenant and Legal Malpractice for Ohio on
Q: Can I get a judges decision overturned & compensated for loss of wages, loss of everything we ever owned & owe for

My family has been stripped & had everything I've accrued in my life,my garage,car,tools,my kids CLOTHES,Pics of deceased mom,even our pet!

I caught a county commissioner employee stealing. After a long 6mnth harassment. We had a day in court but the judge decided we owed $2000... View More

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answered on Mar 2, 2023

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds like a difficult and unjust experience. To answer your question, it may be possible to appeal a judge's decision and seek compensation for losses, but it would depend on the specific circumstances of your case and the applicable laws in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights and Environmental for Ohio on
Q: My step mom is not the very nicest person and she likes to yell and degrade me. i dont know what to do

She has threaten to take my door off the hinges and scream at me for saying she is invading my privacy as a human. She screams at me saying that my privacy doesnt matter because it is her house. She has gaslighted me multiple times and she refuses to give me money out of MY OWN bank account so i... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Feb 6, 2023

Talk to your father. Ohio does not allow emancipation of a minor in such situations.

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