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0 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Collections and Gov & Administrative Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Lost bond money over 1 and half years ago . 3 weeks ago got letter from court saying that person I bound out got court

Went to court judge order monet back 2 days ago account from court told me money was forfeit don't get it back so dose judge ruling mean anything?

2 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: How can I find out if someone has power of attorney over me
John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Sep 12, 2023

Since you would be the person to have signed the power of attorney, you can review the documents you have signed to determine if any of them give your agent power of attorney over you (ie a durable medical power of attorney).

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1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Internet Law and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Is it illegal to take someone’s picture in a workplace without them knowing, and then post it online?

Someone took a picture of my wife without her knowledge and approval, then used it in a Google review for her workplace. Without any sort of context, he called her rude. My wife deals with over-the-road drivers for the duration of her work shift, and this picture and review is now there for anyone... View More

T. Augustus Claus
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answered on Aug 14, 2023

In Wisconsin, taking someone's picture in a workplace without their knowledge and then posting it online could potentially infringe upon their privacy rights. However, the legality of such actions can depend on various factors, including the context, the intent, and any applicable workplace... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Wisconsin on
Q: I got a lunch detention a couple weeks ago because I took the blame for my friend. He called someone the N-word.

My parents asked what happened. I told them that I took the blame for someone else’s actions. They said they would call the school, and if the principal said something different, I would be “Beat the sh*t out of me with a belt, until my a** was so red, that I couldn’t sit down.”

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on May 12, 2023

You have not really asked a question so I will comment on what i think the implied question is.

If you legitimately are afraid that your parents are going to beat you up that would fall under the category of domestic violence menacing. You should report that to your school counselor....
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law, Employment Law and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: We're my rights violated under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and if so do I have any recourse?

I consented to a consumer report background check at my employer when up for promotion. An old active arrest warrant was discovered on the check. The employer did not notify me of the issue directly and instead contacted local law enforcement who then came looking for me. I do not believe the... View More

Bart Kaspero
Bart Kaspero
answered on Apr 3, 2023

The situation you have shared is very concerning and may very well be a violation of employment background check compliance (such as through the Fair Credit Reporting Act) as well as a number of related obligations imposed on employers who order criminal history information reports from third... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Can I legally record a co owner in my home when she is yelling through the door or calling me by name in my house?
Jane E. Probst
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Jane E. Probst
answered on Feb 6, 2023

Wisconsin is a one party state. You can record as long as you are part of the conversation.

3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Consumer Law and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Can a collection firm charge a 6% interest on a court order amount
J. David Krekeler
J. David Krekeler
answered on Apr 25, 2022

Maybe, but probably not. You are apparently in Wisconsin, and you refer to “a court order amount.”

If by this you mean a judgment, then the rate is set by Wisconsin statutes. The judgment interest rate applicable to civil actions is 1% plus the prime interest rate in effect on January...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Small Claims for Wisconsin on
Q: Civil Judgement help. We cant get info to pay a judgment.

My husband got into fight that resulted in restitution for hospital bills after he was released off probation and they turned it into a judgement. We have been trying to get ahold of the hospital to pay this off they wont give any information to us because it is someone elses name. We call... View More

Emmanuel Muwonge
Emmanuel Muwonge
answered on Oct 13, 2021

Why don't you call the hospital and request you need to speak with the legal department. If they don't have one, ask to speak with the individual responsible for payments due to the hospital and tell them you need help finding out where to send the payment. If that fails, send them the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Hi I have a problem. My wife and I are separated but live in the same apartment complex she has my daughter

Wife will not let me see my daughter keeps telling she does not want to see me. Week ago my daughter wanted commit suicid was in hospital. My wife makes poor choices and hangs around these couple that are divorced but live together and lives in same apartment complex and these couple have stuck... View More

David N. Iancu
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David N. Iancu
answered on Oct 7, 2020

Sorry to hear about your situation. You would need to file for divorce/legal separation and then seek temporary orders re: physical placement of your daughter if you want to have a legally enforceable court order to see your daughter or keep her from a harmful environment.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: I’m from the uk my fiancé is an ex felon can I move t the USA

I’m from the uk and looking to marry my fiancé however as he is an ex felon he is not aloud to emigrate to the uk am I able to apply to move to the USA once were married or will it be rejected due to him being an ex felon

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Oct 31, 2019

Hos status has nothing to do with whether you can move.

By the way it is "allowed."

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Real Estate Law for Wisconsin on
Q: have house with ex boyfriend, both names on the house and deed, forced me out six months ago, legal advice get house

He has stopped paying the mortgage and is a month behind, how do I legally obtain my house back? I am also the main borrower on the house loan, but both of our names are on the deed. He also stopped paying his half of the loan payments.

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Oct 7, 2019

You most definitely need a lawyer.

If you also own the house, I cannot understand how he FORCED you out

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Hi there I feel I was wrongfully issued a trespassing ticket.

I was in a bowling alley around 9 p'cl9ck and asked to leave in a shouting violent matter by the female bartender. I left immediately and an officer was outside on the premises. I told him I was never asked to not come in there, in fact the manager told me I was welcome for food. I was issued... View More

William F Sulton
William F Sulton
answered on Sep 17, 2019

You may file a complaint against the police department. The department should have an internal review mechanism. I will warn you, however, that that is unlikely to produce a satisfying outcome. Similarly, you can file a complaint against the bowling alley with its management. As with the police... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Can my neighbors security camera point into my window on the side of my house?

The camera captures the side of my house pointed directly in my kitchen windows.

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Sep 8, 2019

Yes

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Wisconsin on
Q: My landlord passed on the 3rd and her daughter want the house told us we have thirty days to move out I need advice
Jason Anthony Greller
Jason Anthony Greller
answered on Jul 7, 2019

If you have a written lease for a term you may certainly stay through the term of the lease. If you are on a month to month lease, then the landlord may terminate the tenancy with 28 days of notice before the start of the next rental period. So if your month to month tenancy starts on the first of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Municipal Law for Wisconsin on
Q: I'm charged with dis orderly conduct and obstruction of Justice but I did not committ either

Short version cops called for noise complaint was not our home after sever times calling wife lier I stepped in told him was not us I was on couch talking to son no music here he became extremely upset when I attempted to close screen door he than ripped off my door I called 911 asked for police... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jul 6, 2019

Sounds like you should retain counsel.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Is implied consent constitutional why or why not?

This is in terms of breath tests and other alcohol tests taken by police officers.

Brady R. Henderson
Brady R. Henderson
answered on Mar 18, 2019

The short answer is yes. Courts have consistently upheld implied consent testing against constitutional challenges. At least in theory, the subject person's "consent" for the alcohol test is given when they become (or remain) a licensed driver, such that the test does not constitute... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Wisconsin on
Q: Is it legal for police to pull up and point a gun at you if you have a warrant nothing to do with weapons and

Your in your own yard

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Aug 14, 2018

yes

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Wisconsin on
Q: What can be done about a detective harassing me and my fiance.He's assuming and doing everything he can to get my fian

On anything he raided my home when I was at work didn't find anything but some marajiuana he didn't care about was looking for hard drugs. And that upset him cause he really thought he would find hard drugs. After harrasing me at gas station when I went to get boss energy drink.( Yelling... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jun 30, 2018

He has an attorney. He should be discussing this with his attorney.

If he does not like his attorney's advice, then retain a different one.

There are too many issues and facts to ascertain to provide a perfunctory answer on this site.

Further, it is public and open for...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Wisconsin on
Q: i was on probation and taken to a police department, and was asked to take a voice detection test(like a polygraph)

and asked if i needed a lawyer and they told me no. i was later convicted on that crime is this legal?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Apr 16, 2018

If you were read your rights and you declined a lawyer prior to taking the voice detection test, then it will most likely stand up. If you were not Mirandized prior to taking the test, then it should have been raised and challenged in the prosecution of your case

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