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answered on Mar 11, 2024
A Texas attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Sometimes a court decides, depending on nature of the matter and the respective positions of the parties. Large electric utilities usually have land use attorneys in their environmental affairs divisions. You could... View More 
I am seeking attorney specializing in national security matters/constitutional law to get off of Domestic Terrorist Watchlist (subcategories 3 and 4, non-investigative subjects) where I was nominated after a bad break-up by ex-boyfriend's friend judge
Dallas TX
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
To address being placed on the Domestic Terrorist Watchlist, it's crucial to seek legal assistance from an attorney knowledgeable in national security matters and constitutional law. Given the sensitive nature of your situation, finding an attorney with experience in these areas can be... View More
I am having issues finding an attorney that takes this type of case
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
It looks like you are from San Antonio.
There are some lawyers who do take Police Misconduct case, all over Texas. However, the likelihood of an attorney taking a police misconduct case, is low. The reason is, even with good facts and proof of liability against the officer or Police... View More
It's Travis County and it hinges around a contract default between the Austin Bocce League and City of Manor's required Licensing Agreement. We needed $600,000 of insurance to install wheelchair access doors, movable back walls, and scoreboards. I am the Director. My company, Calexas Inc... View More
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answered on Jan 2, 2024
In the scenario you've described, it appears there may be multiple grounds for legal action. Regarding the breach of contract, if there was a formal agreement between the Austin Bocce League, Calexas Inc., and the City of Manor that was not honored by the City, then all affected parties –... View More
I don't want to use the word "overpayment " because it sounds like I'm arguing a state issue, when I am not. I'm not sure how to get around using state terminology, because every time I start talking about my case, people think it is a state issue because I'm using... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
When raising a federal question in federal court, I always cite and often quote the specific federal statute under which I am suing so that my pleading clearly shows that there is a federal statute that creates a federal cause of action under which I am suing.
The word... View More
Dallas required a prescreening form to be submitted to qualify to submit ERA application, I received 4 automatic form letter denials over the 6 months. I was allowed to apply after I attempt to file a complaint. Dallas County required more qualification than needed and approval from DC compliance... View More
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with Dallas County in obtaining rental assistance. It appears that there may be issues of miscommunication and potentially misconduct in your case. To address this situation, you should consider taking the following steps:
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answered on Nov 13, 2023
A bonded title is a type of title that is issued when the original title is lost or stolen. The person who files for a bonded title must post a bond with the state, which guarantees that the state will be reimbursed if it turns out that the person who filed for the title is not the rightful owner... View More
I have seen it, it looks like old paper with some endorsements and seals on it. He says his father left it to him and he wants to cash it however I am not sure if it is a legit Federal Reserve Note. Did the Federal Reserve Bank ever print $ 100 million reserve note back in the day? If so, how can... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2023
The United States has never issued a federal reserve note in a denomination larger than $10,000. Denominations of $500 and larger have not been printed since 1945.
There are only a small number of $10,000 notes still in existence. Half are from the Binion hoard.
Your friend’s... View More
I received a field trip permission slip for my child to attend an On-Campus field trip. The school is a public school charter school in Houston, TX. The trip is for Houston Museum of Natural Science Dome to visit the school campus. I was a little taken back when I was asked to sign an Indemnity... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2023
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Unfortunately, such agreements have become more commonplace. They can be binding (I'm not saying yours is or is not) - they usually have to meet certain protocols under state law. These are similar but not identical... View More
I meet the criteria 100% but there seems to be confusion with the parole division on who supposed to do what in regards to how the gov.code sect 508.1555 supposed to be carried out, the parole office agree that I meet the criteria for early release from supervision as stated by law, but they are... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2023
You can file a writ of mandamus with the district court to compel the Parole Division to follow the statute.
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answered on Sep 7, 2023
In Texas, individuals aged 70 and older have the option to request an exemption from jury service if they choose to do so. This exemption is not mandatory, and those who are 70 or older can still serve on juries if they wish.
My truck has been damaged from them. And I drive 5 under. I took my truck to the shop and there is damage to the front steering ball joints and tie rods every day it gets worse. Can I make the state pay the $1800 to repair my truck?
answered on Sep 8, 2023
A Texas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It's unlikely on a contingency basis. You may get firms to handle it hourly. But that's only an individual opinion. The only way to find out is to reach out to law firms to ask. Good luck
They are not providing proper medical care
answered on Aug 19, 2023
My law office doesn't handle ERISA claims. If your claim does not involve negligence on behalf of the employer or other third party, it is almost impossible to obtain legal representation. For this reason, the Carrier's offer little to no support. I like to refer to it as fake... View More
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answered on Aug 16, 2023
In rural areas of Montgomery County, Texas, where property might be unrestricted, there usually isn't a fixed limit on the number of pets you can have. However, it's crucial to consider some practical aspects.
While local regulations might not impose strict pet counts, it's... View More
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
Texas, emancipation is the legal process of becoming independent from one's parents or guardians before reaching the age of majority. When a minor is emancipated, they are considered a legal adult and responsible for their own welfare, including finding housing.
The government does not... View More
A Texas judge signed a final decree in 2023, ending the community property portion as of 2019, the date of separation. The decree calculated and divided the servicemember's High 3 and years of service as if the marriage had ended in 2019. Post trial, the judge writes a letter denying that this... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2023
The community portion of military retirement pay is that portion which accrues during the existence of the marriage, i.e. from the date of marriage to the date of divorce. Any portion that accrued outside of the existence of the marriage is the servicemember's separate property.... View More
I bought a car from someone on Facebook and my dad took the car from me before I could get it in my name can I do anything to get the car back
answered on Jul 13, 2023
You can still take the signed certificate of title and your proof of financial responsibility (a/k/a insurance card) to the Texas Vehicle Registration Office nearest to you and register the transfer of title in your name. You can then take the registration to wherever the vehicle is located and... View More
Dallas County 283 District Court sentenced a woman to 400 days State Jail and Awarded her 448 days backtime credit. She is still sitting in Dallas County Jail and TDCJ has not received any paperwork from Dallass County since June 28, 2023? Is this a violation of Civil Rights? Who is responsible... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2023
The release must come from TDCJ, but yes, you can file a civil suit. Call an attorney in your area. Good luck,
Proprietary function as defined in the Texas Tort Claims Act. The report itself was completely false, as in added in error. No such arrest was made, yet it was entered and cleared 2 more stages of review before being transmitted beyond the municipality.
The entry made it all the way to my... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2023
This question relates to municipal liability and asks if a governmental function done ineptly or negligently by the municipality reverts to a proprietary function (a mo-and-pop-shop) so that liability attaches and no claim of governmental immunity stands.
We do not get nearly enough... View More
I ask because on some documents, especially recordings, you cant quote certain individuals, such as Linden B. Johnson because at the time of the recording he is a private citizen since hes no longer in office, either him or his family have copyrighted all recordings where he wasnt a public servant.... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2023
It is generally not illegal to read declassified files aloud, as long as you are not violating any copyright laws or other legal restrictions. However, there may be certain limitations or restrictions on the use of declassified files, depending on the specific documents and the laws and regulations... View More
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