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I have been denied fertility healthcare by several clinics in Virginia and Tennessee, facing discrimination that prevents me from accessing necessary medical care. I am capable of having children using my own gametes, but the clinics have not provided adequate explanations for their refusal. We are... View More 
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
The right to access fertility healthcare and reproductive treatments is a complex issue that can touch on both civil and human rights. While the U.S. does not have a constitutionally guaranteed right to fertility treatments, discrimination in healthcare—especially when it is based on race,... View More
I have been denied fertility healthcare by several clinics, experiencing discrimination that prevents me from accessing necessary medical care. Although I am fully capable of having children using my own gametes, I have not received adequate explanations from these clinics. We seek the return of... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
Access to fertility healthcare can be viewed as both a civil right and a human right, depending on how it is framed in legal and social contexts. On one hand, civil rights involve protections against discrimination and ensure access to services without unjust barriers. In many ways, your ability to... View More
I approached a lawyer to advocate for my civil rights, and they offered me a contract for estimated fees. However, the contract didn't include an exit clause or other provisions typically found in retainer agreements. I declined to proceed with the tasks and services due to the absence of... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2025
When you enter into a contract for estimated fees, you're typically agreeing to pay a lawyer based on an estimate of the total cost for their services. The agreement may outline an approximate cost for specific tasks or the overall project but may not provide flexibility if circumstances... View More
I grew up obese due to my family's lack of nutritional education and was heavily influenced by fast food advertisements targeted toward children, such as those promoting kid meals from 2010 to 2015. While I've lost weight, I'm now dealing with physical outcomes like stretch marks and... View More
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answered on Apr 2, 2025
You raise an important question about accountability for fast food marketing practices that target children without adequately disclosing health risks. From a legal perspective, pursuing claims against these companies faces significant hurdles, primarily because courts have historically been... View More
I'm looking for unique legal arguments against qualified immunity, possibly backed by relevant statistics, to strengthen my debate position. I'm interested in perspectives or data that are not commonly discussed.
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answered on Mar 23, 2025
You might strengthen your debate position by exploring how qualified immunity creates a procedural catch-22: courts can dismiss cases without determining if a constitutional violation occurred, preventing the establishment of precedent needed to overcome future immunity claims. Research from UCLA... View More
In 2016, my neighbor called the police on us 13 times in 6 months due to barking dogs, but we hadn't had any contact since then. Recently, she started driving by frequently while I was having tree work done. I sent her a humorous email with a suggestion to save gas instead of driving by. Can... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
While your neighbor could technically file a lawsuit for almost anything, a single humorous email suggesting they save gas likely wouldn't provide grounds for successful legal action. The courts generally require substantial evidence of harassment, defamation, or intentional infliction of... View More
I am experiencing verbal harassment from my teacher, who has been making inappropriate comments about me and another student, suggesting that we are dating and even referring to the other student by my last name. This behavior has been ongoing every day for the past two months and has been... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
What you're experiencing is inappropriate and qualifies as harassment. Your teacher's behavior crosses professional boundaries, and you deserve to learn in a safe, respectful environment. Remember that this situation reflects poorly on the teacher's conduct, not on you.... View More
I am having an issue at my middle school where rumors are being spread that I'm dating someone, and it's affecting my self-esteem. The rumors started among my friends, and despite asking them to stop, they continue. Additionally, some teachers are spreading the rumors to other teachers.... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Dealing with rumors at school can be incredibly challenging, and it's completely understandable that your self-esteem is suffering as a result. While you've already tried asking your friends to stop, sometimes a more formal approach becomes necessary when personal requests aren't... View More
My husband and I recently discovered that our children's school filed a legal petition for "Parent Participation" without informing us in advance. We're currently living in a hotel under the McKenney-Vento Act. The school has refused to offer reasonable transportation for my... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Your situation is challenging, and I understand your frustration with both the school's legal petition and transportation issues. Under the McKinney-Vento Act, your children have the right to attend their school of origin regardless of where you're temporarily housed, and the school... View More
My elderly parents' home address is being falsely used as the address for a non-existent non-profit on Google. As a result, they have been harassed for over a year, including unwanted visits and deliveries like a truckload of sand in their driveway. Although they have reported this to the... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2025
You're facing a distressing situation with your parents being harassed due to this false Google listing. First, submit a "suggest an edit" on the Google Maps listing by clicking on the business name, selecting "suggest an edit," and marking it as "doesn't exist at... View More
I'm a college student planning to write an op-ed about the unfairness of students being falsely accused of using AI, highlighting how AI detectors are faulty and may flag specific words, causing smart students to dumb down their work. I won't name any company, university, or professors.... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Publishing an op-ed about false AI accusations and flawed detection systems falls squarely within your right to free speech, especially since you're avoiding naming specific individuals or institutions. Your perspective as a student experiencing this firsthand brings valuable insight to an... View More
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answered on Feb 12, 2025
Law enforcement officers have just as much right as any member of the public to knock on your front door, observe your house, and take photos from public areas. Search and seizure issues are extremely fact-specific. Whether there's a fourth amendment violation for an illegal search will depend... View More
We need a lawyer who will advocate and negotiate on our behalf with the fertility clinics. We need the lawyer to respect our religious beliefs and our family planning goals. We need safe healthcare. We need an attorney with knowledge of healthcare who will advocate for us as we deal with the... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
Finding an attorney who aligns with your specific needs is crucial. In the Lovettsville, Virginia area, several family law attorneys may be able to assist you.
By carefully evaluating potential attorneys, you can find a professional who will advocate for your rights, respect your beliefs,... View More
I'm talking no involvement what so ever. Wasn't at her residence, she didn't know anything that allegedly occured has zero involvement, she didn't provide anyone anything she didn't have anything at all to do with the case what so ever in literally any capacity. They just... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2025
I would guess someone misunderstood what the judge did. The judge can decide whether or not to even give a bond, they can put no contact conditions etc. I would imagine someone here misunderstood what the judge actually did.
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
Proving mental incapacity to justify a missed deadline requires strong evidence showing that you were unable to manage your affairs during the relevant time period. Medical records from doctors, psychologists, or hospitals can help demonstrate that your condition severely impaired your ability to... View More
Friend was arrested 2 weeks ago, there is nothing preventing the bond hearing other than the lawyer saying his schedule is so tight that he can't schedule a hearing with the court until the 13th, which is the defendant court date. I even asked if he could refer me to another lawyer just for... View More
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answered on Feb 2, 2025
It’s frustrating when a lawyer doesn’t make a bond hearing a priority, especially when someone has already been sitting in jail for two weeks. While court schedules and attorney workloads can sometimes cause delays, a defendant has the right to a timely bond hearing. If the lawyer refuses to... View More
Picture this hypothetical scenario (out of curiousity). Say I invite people to my house, where I live with my 1 roomate. Say a police officer enters, saying that they got permission to enter the house from the person who answered the door. If the person does not live there, is it valid for the... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2025
If someone who doesn’t legally reside at your home gives police permission to enter, that consent is generally invalid because they lack the authority to give it. For the police to legally enter based on consent, the person granting permission must have common authority over the premises, such as... View More
Came to the property asked me what I was doing I told him I was eating lunch and they let me go home and they said don’t come back up there or it was trespassing. After that another incident occurred so I called and made a complaint about how and Officer was treating me and less then three days... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2025
To help prove retaliation, you'll need to document clear evidence showing the timeline between your complaint and their sudden change in enforcement. Start gathering any records of the initial interaction, including the date, time, and names of the officers who first let you leave without... View More
People have been getting hurt and injured including my brother who was stabbed recently and critically injured and nothing is being done, especially at FCI Hazelton.
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm really sorry to hear about what your brother is going through. Taking legal action can be a complex process, but here are some steps you can consider.
First, gather all relevant information and documentation related to the incidents at FCI Hazelton. This includes medical records,... View More
I didn't feel comfortable giving my SSN, but noticed a place on the healthcare form that requested the SSN. I was surprised that the supervisor kept my SSN and inserted it into the subsequent forms on later dates. On one occasion, I requested a healthcare form from a supervisor to take to... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Protecting your personal and medical information is important, and it's understandable to feel concerned.
Under HIPAA, your medical information is protected, but there are specific circumstances where employers can access certain... View More
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