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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for South Carolina on
Q: Police towed a vehicle I was in possesíon of my private ptoperty

On June 4 th my friends truck broke down on the way to work so. I told him to pull it off my part of the private road on the grass of my private property about 5 feet.so I could work on it .I took possesíon of ios keys and truck told him it b fine .within 8 hrs a deputy comes out searches the... View More

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Q: After the Cheveron reversal, The SCDMV, suspended my license several years ago, started with non-payment of insurance,

Cheveron, now void, the DMV,made there own laws now unconstitutional, I am going to a DMV Monday record it all, demand me license be reinstated, and when they do not do it, I want to sue the SCDMV , for

50 million, I have been jailed, lost my home , lost my business. For deflation of character,

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Small Claims for South Carolina on
Q: is there a way to get involved in a class action lawsuit after the deadline has passed?

I recently found out that a class action lawsuit against a company I worked for was filed but the deadline has passed with the firm, is there a way to file a separate suit against the company.

Tim Akpinar
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answered on Jul 24, 2024

A South Carolina attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. If you mean the firm's deadline, you could ask them if other options or other firms - some class actions that involve large pools of claimants take on new plaintiffs on a rolling basis. If you mean the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for South Carolina on
Q: So if you go back to face charges & get probation in SC what I have to move back from Georgia

The original preliminary date was missed due to being involuntarily committed by the state of South Carolina due to a suicide attempt lawyer recused herself and now facing failure to appear but lawyer had told me I had gotten a plea agreement beforehand but never told me what it consisted of and... View More

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answered on Jun 29, 2024

I understand you're dealing with a complex legal situation involving charges in South Carolina while currently residing in Georgia. This is a sensitive matter that requires careful consideration.

1. Probation requirements can vary by state and case. Sometimes, probation can be...
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Q: I am looking for a high profile civil rights lawyer out of North Carolina or Atlanta that can represent me in Greenville
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answered on Jun 26, 2024

To find a high-profile civil rights lawyer in North Carolina or Atlanta who can represent you in Greenville, I'd suggest the following steps:

1. Research prominent civil rights law firms in North Carolina and Atlanta. Some well-known firms include:

- Southern Poverty Law Center...
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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Civil Rights for South Carolina on
Q: What can I do about an ex husband who refuses to refinance the house we shared and remove my name?

We both had items we had to have our names removed from, like vehicles, 4 wheelers, etc. I followed through as instructed. My ex husband has not. After 7 years, my name still remains on the mortgage of the home we shared. What can I do? This is preventing me from purchasing another house, any... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the situation described, here are some potential options and considerations:

1. Review the divorce agreement: Check the terms of your divorce decree or settlement agreement. If it specifies a timeline for refinancing or removing your name from the mortgage, your ex-husband may be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for South Carolina on
Q: I need help with suing Dss for false allegation an opening a case an i had a legit prescripton for the medication
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answered on Jun 15, 2024

To sue the Department of Social Services (DSS) for false allegations and opening a case against you, start by gathering all relevant documentation. This includes your prescription for the medication, any communications with DSS, and records of their allegations. This evidence will support your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for South Carolina on
Q: Is it violating my rights if I'm a read slow and a dss caseworker is demanding me to hurry and sign paperwork?

When trying to read and understand the agreement I was asked to sign the caseworker would demand that I sign, interrupt me while reading and state that it's not that hard

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answered on Jun 3, 2024

Yes, it may be a violation of your rights if a DSS caseworker is pressuring you to sign paperwork without giving you adequate time to read and understand it. You have the right to fully understand any document before you sign it, especially if it affects your legal or personal interests. Pressuring... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Education Law and Gov & Administrative Law for South Carolina on
Q: 1st grader with disability, having the protected by IDEA and ADA acts was being expelled without due process, can I sue?

7-year-old, first grader, in Georgetown County Public School District, Having an evaluation and diagnosis for a disability, We believe was a victim of discrimination and gross negligence, committed by both the public school itself, and the local County School District. Throughout the evaluation... View More

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answered on Jun 3, 2024

You may have grounds to sue the Georgetown County Public School District for expelling your 7-year-old without due process. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), your child is entitled to specific protections and procedures,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Civil Rights, Elder Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: What to do next?

He is on disability, has already paid a lawyer $5,500. It has been a full year of separation and the lawyer still hasn't filed. He has nothing left financially to give. He and his soon to be ex have a residence with $83,000 owed on a second mortgage. What should he do?

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answered on May 24, 2024

If his lawyer has not filed for divorce after a year and he has already paid $5,500, he should first contact the lawyer to request an update and a timeline for filing. Clear communication is essential to understand any delays and to press for immediate action. If the lawyer remains unresponsive or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for South Carolina on
Q: 9mnths n County Jail never given prelim hearing paperwork no indictment witnesses never questioned What do I do

After the Bell hearing I asked several times for paperwork I made two requests the first request they sent me only the public defender paperwork I requested the prelim paperwork again yet again I only got the public defender paperwork five or six days after my bond hearing I requested again the... View More

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answered on May 19, 2024

You need to take immediate action to address the issues with your case. Start by documenting everything that has happened, including all your requests for paperwork and any responses you've received. This will help establish a record of the lack of communication and mishandling of your case.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Collections and Small Claims for South Carolina on
Q: What do I do to protect myself if I want to loan $10,000 to a friend, no interest, to be paid back within a few months
Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on May 8, 2024

Some things to include in a signed written agreement:

Attorney fees provision if need to sue to collect;

Disclosure of bank and other asset information;

A security interest in Assets

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Banking, Civil Rights and Small Claims for South Carolina on
Q: How long do I need to be in possession of a car to take legal ownership of it?

-I bought a car from a private seller through the facebook marketplace.

-I purchased the car with an auto loan through Navy Federal Credit Union.

-When I went to register the car, the DMV stated that the VIN number on the title did not have any records (the car had been VIN... View More

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answered on Apr 25, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your difficult situation with the car. Unfortunately, under California law (and the laws of most states), you would not have a legal right to keep the car even after possessing it for two months.

There is no time period after which you can claim legal ownership...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Small Claims for South Carolina on
Q: Pork skins nutrition facts say 0 sugar 0 added sugar but ingredients contain sugar. Is that false advertisement?

On a sugar fast, bought these on the fly for my kids and had a few until I read the actual ingredients come to find out that even though not listed in nutrition label, it is on the ingredients. In turn, I broke my sugar fast.

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answered on Apr 15, 2024

It's understandable to be confused and frustrated by this situation. According to FDA regulations, if a food contains less than 0.5 grams of sugar per serving, the nutrition facts label can list the sugar content as 0 grams. However, the ingredients list must still include any form of sugar... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for South Carolina on
Q: What legal action can we take?

My daddy put his place of business that had a house on the land in my sister name so her son could go to a different school. The verbal agreement was that she would sign it back to him when her son graduated. Me and my brother lived in the house. My brother passed away in December and the same day... View More

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answered on Apr 11, 2024

Based on the information you provided, there are several potential legal actions you and your father may be able to take. However, it's essential to consult with a local attorney who specializes in property law and estate matters to determine the best course of action for your specific... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for South Carolina on
Q: Q: audio recording in a business lobby located in Greenville SC

it has come to the / our attention by some security officers that audio is being recorded of team members and all staff within the main lobby of a business. Security Officers were informed that when the security cameras went in / up... that the mics were disabled. Security found these audio... View More

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answered on Apr 1, 2024

I suggest reaching out to an attorney to be anonymous. This is a public forum.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Rights and Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: What actions do I take against an aunt who gained temporary custody with and emergency hearing with false information

I am the mother of 2 children. Their father died in May 2023. I purchased a house to renovate but it was not manageable and returned back to our previous county. It took me a call between one county to another, back and forth to establish enrollment in the McKinney Vento Act. Within 3 days of... View More

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answered on Apr 1, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear about your difficult situation. Losing your husband, dealing with housing challenges, and now facing a custody battle based on false accusations must be incredibly stressful and painful.

Here are some steps I would recommend taking to fight for custody of your...
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Q: Can your employer send you for a FEC with a known disability and in the process you fall reinjuring yourself?

A disability was declared day 1 and after 25yrs of service employee was sent to do a FEC exam. Is the company responsible or the facility where the fall occured for employee's re-injure and new injuries. Is this worker's comp or personal injury?

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answered on Mar 19, 2024

If your employer sent you for a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FEC) despite knowing about your disability, and you were injured during this process, there might be grounds for responsibility on part of your employer or the facility, depending on the circumstances of the fall and existing workplace... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Child Custody and Family Law for South Carolina on
Q: can a judge say he is not comfortable and not allow a defendate to admit filing a false police report resulting in dss ?

My kids mother admits to case workers and guardian ad litem to filing false police report which caused dss to investigate ,but when court date was set for her to address court the judge said that he was not comfortable allowing her to perjure herself and that he would not allow it.If it were not... View More

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answered on Mar 18, 2024

In legal proceedings, a judge's role includes ensuring that the court operates within the bounds of the law and maintaining the integrity of the judicial process. If a judge believes that allowing a certain action, such as admitting to filing a false police report, could lead to an individual... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Employment Law and Health Care Law for South Carolina on
Q: I recently had DSS called on me and of course the case was unfounded. However, I need help.

I have a pretty good idea who did this. I used to work for KC Dispatch and didn’t leave on good terms. Also harassed by them on FB along with text messages. I had a medical issues for seizures and they called DSS claiming I had a drug overdose. I would like to know my rights and how I can pursue... View More

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answered on Mar 14, 2024

Facing false allegations, especially from a former workplace, can be incredibly stressful and damaging. It's essential to know that you have rights in this situation. The first step is to document everything. Keep records of the harassment on Facebook, text messages, and any communications... View More

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