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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: My ex had veteran statues fraudulently applied to her drivers license to get a federal job. What do I do?

I have proof of fraud through pandemic relief. She used this license during the hiring process for a position at the IRS where she currently works.

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Apr 30, 2024

If you believe that your ex has committed fraud by falsely claiming veteran status on her driver's license to secure a federal job, it's important to handle this situation carefully and responsibly. Gathering all the proof you have of the alleged fraud is a crucial first step.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Health Care Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: The pharmacy gave my prescription to a person who pretended to be me , what can I do?

I told them someone was trying to steal my prescription that was a narcotic. They didn't ask for ID. I told them not to release it to anyone else on 2 different occasions days before it happened. I did file a police report.

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answered on Apr 10, 2024

I'm sorry to hear that your pharmacy released your prescription to someone falsely claiming to be you, despite your prior warnings. This is a serious matter, and you've taken the right first step by filing a police report. Here are some additional steps you can take:

1. Contact...
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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: My cell phone is in my mom’s name but I pay for the phone bill. She went on my phone and gave photos of me to my job.

Is this allowed? I had a passcode, but she threatened my life if I didn’t give this to her. I’m now facing criminal charges potentially and want to know if the way my job obtained this information was even lawful.

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answered on Jan 5, 2024

The situation you've described raises several legal issues. First, even though the cell phone is in your mother's name, if you are an adult and the primary user of the phone, you have a reasonable expectation of privacy regarding its contents. This includes the photos stored on it.... View More

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Q: My husband is having a affair and has my wifi hacked. Which allows hm to hack my phone also

It's actually the 2 of them attached to my phone. I believe there sharing calenders and locations ect. He goes by his name and she goes by mine. I'll ask google my current location and it tells me her locations. One night it said I was about a mile from my house. So I pushed directions... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Nov 30, 2023

You need to hire an attorney who specializes in family relations law and regularly practices in your county. There is no magic bullet that the lawyers here can give you that will substitute for getting your own representation. If you wish to prove what you have alleged you will also need to hire... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Real Estate Law, Elder Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: My father lost his fortune to a network of scam artists. I am looking to obtain power of attorney and recoup his losses.

elderly gaslighting, manipulation. social security fraud, real estate/financial malfeasance

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 1, 2023

A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You could consult with a local attorney about signing a power of attorney, or you could check with some of the online services that offer basic legal forms, which can include power of attorney forms. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can I sue a man from Instagram? A six month relationship using bitcoin I sent him money. He manipulated me to send 40k.

He said he was in the Air Force and he first needed a new phone as it was damaged from his travel to Isreal. Then surgery as he collapsed he needed an electric wheelchair. Then flights, three attempts to fly for a personal vacation. I sold my car I sold my townhouse to fly him home. On the day he... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 27, 2022

Yes you can sue him but how are you going to find him.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is it legal for my local council members to be able to monitor everything I search/do on my computer as an employee?

I work in Monessen, PA

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 13, 2022

If it's the employer's computer they have a right of access. If you use it for personal things that is your risk. They can take the computer tomorrow, it's theirs. They can access the information any way they wish. It's theirs.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was terminated for Unemployment fraud after I was a victim of identity theft I never received benefits in Pa.

I never filed for the benefits nor did I receive I was termed for this reason even though the address is not mine nor did i receive monetary from these benefits .

Joseph Korsak
Joseph Korsak
answered on Oct 14, 2021

You need to notify your nearest UC office an provide whatever documentary proof you have, Remember that you will receive a 1099 for this income.

My number is 717-880-3759 Joseph C. Korsak

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: How long do you get for credit card fraud by using a strangers card

Was asked to get something for co-worker on break and I thought the card that I had used was the co-workers card and put it in my pocket and used it. Ended up that it wasn't my co-workers card after all. Since I was last used by card holder at my place of work they matched up the video... View More

Ellis B. Klein
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Ellis B. Klein
answered on Nov 24, 2020

It is a felony of the 3rd degree. Maximum is 3.5-7 years. Call a lawyer. The lawyer can call the police officer to see if charges are pending. If they are, a lawyer can make arrangements to turn you in rather than the police coming to arrest you. You need legal representation so start calling... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Banking, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Pennsylvania on
Q: What's the next step after police to you about being involved in credit card fraud investigation of $20.00

Accidental credit card fraud. I used someone else's credit card to make a purchase. I then tried to make another purchase with card and it didn't work. I tried to use the card again. The screen then said something about card being offline. I used a different card the for the purchase and... View More

Ellis B. Klein
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Ellis B. Klein
answered on Nov 24, 2020

Do NOT speak to the police without a warrant. More information is needed to give you advice. Did you know the person whose credit card it was? If not, you could be charged with felonies, including access device fraud, theft, identity theft. If you knew the person, if they say you did not nave... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: My ex-wife continued to collect and sign my ssi benefits for 10 months while I was incarcerated - what charges for her

What kind of charges can I file against her? She is now withholding my Stimulus Money because she also signed my name to her tax return and the bank account it was deposited into is hers. We have been seperated since Dec. 1, 2017.

Kathryn Hilbush
Kathryn Hilbush
answered on Apr 16, 2020

My first question to you is - is she actually your ex-wife? Are you divorced? If so, and she did all this after your divorce, she's got some legal issues. If you're not actually divorced, she may claim that you instructed her to file a joint tax return. On the SSI checks, I'm... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: Does a advance health care directive need to be notarized?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 22, 2019

It doesn't "have" to be--but then a hospital may not follow it. They want to be sure it's your free will.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: My son bought a purebred English lab Jun16,2018 she was 8wks old. Very smart. Got along with my American Staffordshire.

We didn't know we were only permitted 1 ADA dog so we ask this couple a week ago to watch her until things changed. Well they did and we were granted permission for her. Now they refuse to give her back. Even though we hold the receipts to her and her akc paperwork.

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Kathryn Hilbush
Kathryn Hilbush
answered on Oct 3, 2018

I suggest that you go to your local district court and file a civil complaint, seeking return of your dog.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: What kind of lawyer do I need, ex wife recently used a credit card in my name that was supposed to be closed.

Called credit company, they said account is in my name and social security number, ex wife listed as user. I thought account was closed. When I bought a house last year this did not come up on credit report as even being open. There is over 15000 charged on it as of May, 2018 one payment made June... View More

Cary B. Hall
Cary B. Hall
answered on Jun 24, 2018

Initially, you should call the police and make a report. They'll investigate and determine whether or not to file criminal charges against her. Police activity is what the creditor will want to see to remove this account from your name, and to get it removed from your credit report. If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Internet Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I am being accused of using another person's bank account to pay two credit cards. What charges can come from that?

I am being accused of using someone else's checking account information to pay two of my credit cards. The first was my home Depot card, and I notified the person that was the checking account owner that a payment was about to go through, and the account owner called his bank and stopped the... View More

Cary B. Hall
Cary B. Hall
answered on Jun 8, 2018

Typically, fraudulent use of another's bank account without his/her permission could carry charges like: forgery; access device fraud; identity theft; theft by unlawful taking; theft by deception; and/or receiving stolen property. The grading of the offenses (felony, misdemeanor, etc.)... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: If my husband Put 24000.00 on MY name only card and now is 2 months behind on payments what are my options Thank you

When I was in the hospital my husband put $24,000.00 on MY name only credit card and signed the balance transfers checks with my name which is fraud and now has quit making the payments for 2 months and they are calling me and I understand and now I somehow want to make him accountable for this... View More

Zak Taylor Goldstein
Zak Taylor Goldstein
answered on Mar 5, 2018

You could report him to the police or sue him. That is enough money that you may want to consult with a family lawyer. The police probably will not be interested because it is your husband.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Pennsylvania on
Q: I asked for the discovery to my federal case and was told I couldn't get it.what can I do to get it?i have my adictment

I'm also on home confinement as well but not allowed to see the discovery on the matter at hand,what can I do to get it?

NiaLena Caravasos
NiaLena Caravasos
answered on Feb 25, 2018

There may be a protective order in your case, which could explain why you cannot have and/or see your discovery. However, you will need to know what the evidence is against you in order to make proper decisions in your case, so you can certainly ask your lawyer when she/he will be able to discuss... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Identity Theft for Pennsylvania on
Q: I accessed my exes fb and email acts using passwords he gave me when we were together. I live in pa him in de. Illegal?

I found info that could be a children and youth issue regarding our daughter and him. But can charges be brought against me even though he gave me the passwords?

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 16, 2018

I believe not as he could have changed them and chose not to.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft and Traffic Tickets for Pennsylvania on
Q: my brother stole my identity when pulled over for speeding. I have 4 point on my license that I am trying to get remove.

My brother is in PA jail for identity theft and I need to file an amended petition ferencing formal action by the department of transportation setting forth the procedural history of the case, attaching copies of any formal notice of points, which I have, and outline what relief I am requesting.... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 25, 2017

Talk to the DA's office Victim Assistance Coordinator. You should be able to contest the assignment of points with Penndot and presumably any sentence of your brother should require he give a statement or affidavit that he was the driver and presented your ID.

1 Answer | Asked in Identity Theft and Consumer Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Responsible for a student loan without a proof as a co-signer

My son’s information was used without his consent as a co-signer for a student loan. Now, the bank holds him responsible, although they don’t have his signature or agreement anywhere in written that he is a co-signer for that loan. The girl used his information two times in PA while he is... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 19, 2016

First, consult a consumer lawyer. Go to www.naca.net If he gets called write down who the person is, time, date, exactly what they say. He should send a letter certified return receipt disputing the debt. If he didn't sign he isn't a co signer.

Next step is to file a complaint...
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