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Q: Will Trump’s banishment of transgender care make orchiectomies readily available for men with testicular issues

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

Q: I have a question about IEP program.

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

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Civil Litigation and Public Benefits for Arkansas on
Q: Unknown father or name of anyone I put unknown on the birth certificate and Medicaid referred me to child support

I went through a very bad period when I was younger and couldn’t cope with things… I was only 16 years old and was using lots of Xanax and alcohol…always running from home- or sneaking to parties… this was 2012, by the way I’m healthy and been clean and as soon as I found out I was... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security, Tax Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: Will the IRS tax my disability?

I've been receiving temporary state disability for the past year, and as you know that is not taxable income. However I received a letter stating that my disability payments will be reported to the IRS. When I contacted the disability office they said there is some rule that if you collected... View More

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answered on Dec 12, 2024

Your state disability benefits are generally not taxable if they come from a state welfare fund and you didn't get any employer contributions. The fact that you had an open unemployment claim but received no payments shouldn't trigger taxation of your disability benefits.

Since...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Government Contracts and Public Benefits for Florida on
Q: what kind of lawyer do I look for to sue a county government?

The citrus county ship PROGRAM was to build a house for my father, a veteran. Unfortunately, my father had no control over the building. The county was asked several times about the septic and drain field that was to be replaced per the contract, during building. All I got was the run around.... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 29, 2024

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm very sorry for the loss of your father and the ordeal you have gone through with the property. What kind of lawyer? You could start by making calls to attorneys who have experience with real estate... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Public Benefits and Small Claims for Illinois on
Q: Can I be denied entry into a bar if the general manager had relations with me while on the clock and cheated on

his girlfriend with me and is now not allowing me into the bar.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody, Public Benefits and Social Security for Florida on
Q: I'm homeless and want to get my kids back from my mom how do I do that?

I gave my mother temporary guardianship so they wouldn't end up in the state. Now my mother is not properly taking care of them but I'm homeless and have been trying to get a job what can I do legally to get help and get my kids back in my custody I don't want my kids suffering or... View More

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

I hear how much you care about your children and want to improve their situation. This is clearly a difficult and emotional challenge you're facing, but there are resources and steps you can take to work toward regaining custody.

Your first priority should be to secure stable housing...
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Q: I need help finding some financial assistance with my current situation.

I am 35, unemployed, live with my parents, have been a passenger in 3 accidents and have a lawyer for 2 of them.I've also gotten some money from one of the accidents but not the full settlement amount yet.I was wondering if anyone out there knew where I can get any kind of financial assistance... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Rights, Landlord - Tenant and Public Benefits for Wisconsin on
Q: What do I file for large claims court
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 8, 2024

A Wisconsin attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Do you mean courts outside the small claims court division? As a general matter, bringing legal action in state court systems usually involves drafting forms, such as summons and complaints, tailored to the nature of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and Public Benefits for Massachusetts on
Q: I have owned my house for 35 years 6 years ago I put my x husband on deed in case of my death . he wants off the deed as

he is 75.we re both on MassHealth can this be done without affecting masshealth status for him

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits on
Q: constitution and federal agency

Alzheimer's disease is a terrible one, affecting more than 50 million people in the world, there is lack of effective treatment. I proposed an idea to FDA which is very promising to lessen the problem based on 9th amendment, but FDA rejected the idea and claimed me without personal injury and... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 16, 2024

A constitutional law professor or other form of legal expert might have the best insight into the question you raise, but you await a response for a month. One option might be to look into whether constitutional law organizations/societies at law schools might be interested in discussing the issue... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Public Benefits for California on
Q: I am the great grandson of king Alexander and Queen Alexandria. I was born in Santa Maria California with a District of

Columbia soc sec number. When I was 17 I was called into the soc sec administration and was told I had the wrong number and was given a California number.I was young and didn’t realize the importants of this . But now 38 years later I’m very upset. First off, my first card and number... View More

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answered on Nov 17, 2024

I hear how distressing this situation is for you, and I understand your concerns about your Social Security number and identity. However, I need to address some important points about your situation.

Your Social Security number being changed from DC to California does not affect your U.S....
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Health Care Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: I’ve been asking for a Reasonable Accommodation Request for going into 11th month now.

Husband injured during wildfire evacuation,paralysed within weeks of injury. Past 3 years,he’s had 3 spinal surgeries(metal rods/carriages from base of skull to mid shoulder blades,mid back to tailbone(unable to twist turn or bend like normal human)and a pacemaker installed. His neurosurgeon and... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Nov 9, 2024

Go to the attorney your husband had for the injuries he suffered at work. S/he should be able to guide you through the process of getting him better care. That's a good place to start. Then learn what you can about co-dependency and how to treat it. Or maybe you should do that first.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Health Care Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: The very day COVID shut down America I was illegally evicted. NOT ONE PLACE was open and only two young officers were

working. THey had no idea what to do or who to call, no one was answering. Tne next 2.5 years of hell have ruined my life. I was permanently mentally illl, had a crripled older dog who protected me which she knew. I was physically attacked two time, both because they lied to me about the status... View More

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answered on Oct 28, 2024

I'm truly sorry you've had to endure so much. It's important to reach out to a local legal aid organization in California that can help you understand your rights and explore options related to your illegal eviction and other challenges you've faced.

Connecting with...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Federal Crimes, Gov & Administrative Law and Public Benefits on
Q: What type of attorney do I need to handle a case involving federal benefit mismanagement, retaliation & wrongful denial?

We depend on LIHEAP, Weatherization, and CSBG benefits, but Mid-State Opportunity, Inc., which monopolizes these programs in North Mississippi, has violated federal guidelines, including LIHEAP Rule 4.5 A, by denying us benefits without issuing formal denial letters. After filing an appeal in... View More

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answered on Oct 23, 2024

You should seek an attorney who has experience in federal benefit cases and civil litigation. Look for someone knowledgeable about government accountability and familiar with programs like LIHEAP, Weatherization, and CSBG. An attorney with a background in handling cases against government agencies... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights, Education Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: IEP, OC Regional center, IHSS? Where do i begin...

On behalf of disabled son whom is a minor. Currently on IHSS 33hrs p/mo for para medical due to sever asthma, PROTECTIVE SUPPERVISION, i ended up leaving my job to adequately care for my son as his needs have been greater with each passing day. Best option is for me to care for him. IHSS case... View More

Michelle Alissa Ball
Michelle Alissa Ball
answered on Oct 16, 2024

This is a very complex question and depends on the individual facts. The IEP process is the place to address school services, in home education (for a homebound student), related services etc. from the public school district. If they won't qualify him, you can challenge that by asking for an... View More

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