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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Sexual Harassment and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Is it possible to get a pro Bono lawyer to take on an enormous case ?

An ex fbi agent , a retired policeman (who became Western communications operator director) , a CP's rep, an ex highway patrol officer, and few other retired policeman in an organized fashion commiting fraud, harassment , gang stalking , cyberstalking, and intimidation, while trying to obtain... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2024

There are many great lawyers who can help you right in your county. This website is not a Lawyer referral service, so you won't be able to find someone here. Do a simple Google search for harassment lawyers in your area, and you should get plenty of ideas about whom you can contact. You have... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets, Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for Alabama on
Q: My name's Nicholas Blake Agee im from town Creek the police went in my house without a search warrant an towed my bike

He arrested me outside my house for an arrest warrant for a different county an with no probable cause and no search warrant to go in my house he went in my house and he took my motorcycle to the inpound I have my M license I had the bill of sale proving I bought it the day before an then he kept... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2024

I'm so sorry you're going through this, Nicholas. It sounds like you're dealing with a very challenging and distressing situation. When law enforcement enters your home without a search warrant and takes your property, it may be a violation of your rights under the Fourth Amendment,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for Hawaii on
Q: I won a lottery from facebook. It's 31mill,and they gave 10mill to a lady who they thought was my wife.

And took back the rest. And left me with nothing . The agent also bribed me for 50,000. And someone erased the agents words on my phone. And my pics to. And made a fake post of me saying I got it. And he the agent promises me delivery in 6hrs but didn't do it. I think it's a breached... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

It sounds like you may have been the victim of a scam, which can be a frustrating and distressing experience. When it comes to lotteries and large sums of money on platforms like Facebook, it’s important to remember that legitimate lotteries don’t require payment upfront to claim a prize. If... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Workers' Compensation and White Collar Crime for Michigan on
Q: Back in 2020 when businesses were offered PPP loans. I think my employer may have used this fraudulently

In 2020, during the pandemic, my employer, a small family-owned dealership, received a PPP loan. A few employees, including myself, were brought back as essential workers, and the PPP funds were used to pay us. As a sales representative, my weekly pay is treated as a 'draw,' which means... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law and White Collar Crime on
Q: Is legal the fact that the Government Administration of Families and Children in Puerto Rico, discontinued the mensual

Federal assigned payments for the service received in the long term care institutions due to the operational license renovation period. Even though if there are a previous debt of non- paid services accumulated through years of consistent illegal practice of payment lack. The Family Department... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Family Law and White Collar Crime for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a court enforce a protection order and issue penalties against a parent after involuntary TPR, despite a pending

Can a Dependency Court in Allegheny County, PA, still enforce a protection order and issue a Rule to Show Cause against a parent after the involuntary termination of parental rights, especially if the parent has filed an appeal?

If a parent's rights were involuntarily terminated and... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

In Allegheny County, PA, after an involuntary termination of parental rights (TPR), a parent is generally no longer considered a "party" to the dependency case. The court's order stating that the parent is not to be notified of future proceedings indicates that their legal standing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Identity Theft and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: Why am I being charged for identity theft, and fraud card use over 1000, and my identity was stolen from scams

I have been arrested for the crimes of a scammer using my information

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answered on Aug 16, 2024

You must hire an attorney now. Public Defenders will just plead you guilty. A conviction will destroy you. Criminal Discovery will be very significant to you defending yourself, but you must put on an active defense with your own testimony.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts, Collections and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Fianced atv. No papers received for registration. Merchant labeled thereself a furniture store, yet we're powersports.

After months of trying to get papers I reached out to fiance company who stated they dont offer financing for items requiring registration 125cc quad.stopped payments and it's been attached to credit. Fiance company has listed recently it as a prohibited item

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answered on Aug 8, 2024

Under California law, if a merchant misrepresented themselves and sold you an item that requires registration, you may have grounds to dispute the transaction. Since the finance company has confirmed they do not finance items requiring registration and the ATV was listed as a prohibited item, this... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Securities Law and White Collar Crime for Texas on
Q: Sister added to mom's account to pay her bills while mom helped covid son. $200k beneficiary check deposited in account

In 10 months, Sister took over 100K with out mom's permission. When mom, who is 81, noticed she closed the account. Any legal action we can take? Mom is really stressed.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Aug 8, 2024

Mom can sue Sister for any money taken out without mom's permission. If Sister used the money to buy or pay for a tangible asset, mom may be able to impose a constructive trust on that asset to help ensure repayment of the money taken.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts, Consumer Law and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: atv financed but No paperwork to register, since not paid off.Finance company has updated terms and prohibited item

Got an atv 2022.paid half fianced half. Store had finance company thinking it was a furniture store. Never got an paperwork because it was not paid off. Stopped payments due after struggling to get nessesary documents to register in California. Finance company stated they do not finance items... View More

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answered on Jul 31, 2024

You should consult with a consumer protection attorney, as your case involves issues related to financing terms, merchant practices, and registration requirements. Your situation appears to involve potential misrepresentation by the merchant and possibly unfair practices by the finance company.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for Oklahoma on
Q: I was endorsed a inheritance check from friend with no id.it was excepted ,account opened and deposited now no access

I was endorsed a inheritance check from a friend who had no idea.we went to the bank it was explained about the id and excepted.i was allowed to open new account and deposit the check,the check was legit and funds are in the account.now all the sudden the bank won't let me access the funds.i... View More

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answered on Jul 28, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds frustrating and confusing, especially since the bank initially accepted the check and opened the account. It's understandable that you feel deceived given the sudden change in their requirements.

The best step is to contact the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Copyright, Identity Theft, Intellectual Property and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: The copyright action is my win and the copyright forms proves they knew with intent the crimes they were committing

Case Number 23SMCVO4O18. proves the truth

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answered on Jun 22, 2024

I can offer some general information about copyright law and legal proceedings:

1. Copyright actions can be complex, and the outcome depends on many factors specific to each case.

2. Intent is often an important element in copyright infringement cases, particularly when determining...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Virginia on
Q: Under what circumstance is bail denied?

My lo is in jail serving his 18 month sentence. He is set to be released on 7/2. While in jail he got charged with another crime- Same crime. White collar crime. What is the likelihood of him getting a bond? Should I expect him to be released on 7/2. I have a lawyer for him and he is going to... View More

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answered on Jun 13, 2024

He is entitled to a bond on the new charge unless a judge or magistrate finds by probable cause that: 1. He will not appear for trial or hearing or at such other time and place as may be directed, or 2. His liberty will constitute an unreasonable danger to himself, family or household members, or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gaming, Internet Law, Small Claims and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: How can I word my email to them to get them to pay me?

I completed a deposit offer on freecash.com to a crypto casino. The offer is hosted by adscend media and stated "deposit $25 and place your first wager and receive $59." I completed the offer exactly to instructions but they are refusing to pay me. So I lost my $25 plus the extra I sent... View More

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answered on May 11, 2024

If you believe you have fulfilled all the requirements of the promotional offer but have not been paid as promised, I would recommend the following steps:

1. Gather all documentation related to the offer, including screenshots of the offer terms, proof of your deposit and wager, and any...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and White Collar Crime for Tennessee on
Q: What's the typical bail for embezzlement/fraud?

I spent $22,107 off of my company issued credit card. The company demanded that I pay the money back but I do no have it. Will I be arrested? And how much would bail be for a situation like this? I don't have a criminal history, not so much as a traffic ticket.

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answered on May 10, 2024

There are a variety of factors that a Judge needs to consider. I would be prepared to be arrested.

1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Gov & Administrative Law and White Collar Crime for New York on
Q: If the supreme court continues to overturn anything that contradicts conservativism does the court have legitimacy?

The supreme court is literally overturning anything including stare decisis cases. Can the court survive if it’s just an activist group and not upholding laws. Its clear based on decisions they contradict themselves based on the governments role in some things and not others. Why is the... View More

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answered on May 1, 2024

The legitimacy of any court, including the Supreme Court, hinges on public perception of its impartiality and adherence to the law rather than political ideology. If the court is seen as consistently overturning precedents to align with a specific political viewpoint, it risks eroding its standing... View More

Q: When Justice Alito stated “ roe was egregious from the start” in his opinion in Hobbs can that be seen as premeditated?

Can him writing that infer a premeditated opinion that calls for ethical questions of why he didn’t recuse himself from the case. Making it clear you never agreed with Roe v Wade and call it “egregious”. Also he voted to hear the 3rd case with new justices despite the stare decises and no new... View More

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

You raise an interesting question about whether Justice Alito's statement in the Dobbs opinion could be seen as evidence of a premeditated intention to overturn Roe v. Wade. A few key points to consider:

From a legal ethics perspective, prior disagreement with a precedent is not in...
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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Securities Law, Stockbroker Fraud and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: I was one of the 19 investors in the USA vs Hewko case (2:19-cv-09736-FLA-AFM), How do I stay updated on this case?
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answered on Apr 11, 2024

To stay updated on the USA vs Hewko case (2:19-cv-09736-FLA-AFM), you have a few options:

1. PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records): As one of the investors in the case, you can register for a PACER account at https://pacer.uscourts.gov/. This will allow you to access case...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and White Collar Crime for New Mexico on
Q: My conditional discharge is pending his long until it is out of pending status
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answered on Apr 2, 2024

I apologize, but the phrasing of your question is still a bit unclear, making it difficult for me to provide a precise answer. It seems like there may be some missing words or context.

When a conditional discharge is granted, the court typically sets a probationary period during which the...
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