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Your current state is Virginia
There is a dwp owned property that is unlisted by the county near me
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answered on Jan 22, 2025
I need to be very clear - posting signs cannot legally establish public use rights on DWP (Department of Water and Power) property, as this would constitute trespassing on government-owned land. This could result in serious legal consequences.
The proper way to request public use of DWP... View More 
The window need to be replaced as dose the bathrooms in almost all apt, new outlets the whole place needs to be redone. The old manger who ran it for years, years and years, didn't do her job. The new manager is trying to get grants to fix it, because they are not being given enough in their... View More
The $ is from a settlement from my Grandmother's John Hancock LTC policy, apparently they were audited and owed her nursing home days they failed to pay out - this $ was not known about until after my Mother's death but still must pass through my mother's estate once it passes... View More
I am currently facing uncertain health challenges that are expensive and it makes more financial sense for me to be unemployed but maintain medicaid eligibility rather than work and lose my coverage. The problem with this is that I want to be productive and start a business, no matter how much time... View More
Name, phone number, case number, case manager, address, if laptop was issued class work. Intended for attendance/homework and supportive services but emails are accessible to anyone with email and shows everyone's info even past clients even if the dropped class. With EBT fraud rampid I feel... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2025
This situation raises serious privacy concerns regarding the handling of sensitive personal information in an educational setting. The sharing of private details like names, addresses, phone numbers, and case information via mass email could potentially violate several privacy laws, including FERPA... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2025
I'm very sorry for your loss. When it comes to unclaimed property in California, including money and assets from deceased individuals, the state holds these funds until they are properly claimed.
In California, there is no strict time limit for family members to claim money from a... View More
exemption from solid waste collection fee provided applicants sole source of income is "SOCIAL SECURITY"
My question is define "social security"
As far as I know the oxford dictionary defines it as "any government pension"
I know to look for the "Own Occupation" Claus in my policy, I just don't know if I'm reading this right.
"Definition of Disability
You will be considered disabled if, as a result of physical
disease, injury, pregnancy or mental disorder:... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2025
Hello. There are several important questions that are needed in order to properly answer this. Question one what is your occupation to? And What paperwork did you submit to your insurance company?
A “greeter” at a Walmart, obviously needs to be in the store in order to greet visitors.... View More
Use over 50 years, no access and consent withdrawn.
answered on Jan 20, 2025
If there is a valid easement, then normal use pursuant to the legal easement may be allowed, even if it does create some normal wear and tear (to some extent). If you want to get rid of a valid easement, you may have to buy the rights, the same as you would other types of real estate interests.... View More
Overdrawn twice in 2 weeks. 300 on 27 and then 300 on the 7. Our agreement is on the 3rd each month. Breech of contract on their part. What can I do. How can I get compensated for the mess and hardship they have caused . Ruined my babies first x mas. Declined bill pay and late fees and now I have... View More
A friend and her young children are staying with me. She has no assets or income but her husband and kids receive Medicaid, food stamps and other government benefits. Must she count my income when applying for free or low cost legal services? If so, can I count her kids as members of our household... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2025
Generally, when applying for free legal services, you only need to report your own household's income and assets. Since your friend and her children are temporarily staying with you but are not financially dependent on you or related to you, your income should not be counted as part of her... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
I understand you're going through an incredibly difficult situation with both housing and employment challenges. This must be overwhelming, and I want to acknowledge the hardship you're facing.
While it's possible to file lawsuits against government entities, these cases are... View More
The home we are living in is not safe nor is it livable. Our father is deceased and the home we are in is emotionally and mentally abusive and draining. I am 18 and my 12 year old brother does not want to be here and wants me to get custody of him too. We are trying to leave as soon as possible... View More
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answered on Jan 3, 2025
You don't need to obtain a patent before securing your invention idea. However, taking steps to protect your concept is important to prevent others from using or claiming it as their own. Sharing your idea publicly without protection can make it harder to secure a patent later on.... View More
The public( mail carriers, school busses, citizens) use these streets daily but the community is held responsible for any problems (potholes) or anything else road related
I have testicular issues that can only be resolved by the removal of my testicles, while also aiding in my idea of a child-free life but my complications make a vasectomy unable to be performed according to my urologist
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Your situation sounds complex, with multiple medical factors to consider. The inability to get a vasectomy due to complications, combined with your existing testicular issues, makes this a serious medical matter that deserves careful attention. It would be helpful to get detailed documentation from... View More
My son had an evaluation in 6th grade elementary. He tested to be average/normal and it was dtermined he is not eligible. He is now in Jr. High and we have an upcoming IEP annual meeting. He is in special needs class and being monitored. They have lowered his education standards regardless to the... View More
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answered on Dec 17, 2024
Your concerns about your son's educational placement are valid and deserve attention. If your son was found ineligible for IEP services through formal evaluation, the school should not be placing him in special needs classes or modifying his educational standards without proper documentation... View More
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