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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: If someone is convicted of neglect homicide which is not a crime of violence but then the da thru the h habtual offend.

On him but he had 2 crime of violence which was simple burglary and aggravated assault n his past years ago but he been in jail since 2020 wit neglect homicide and they tru habitual offender and was convicted Oct 2024 and sent to 20 years ...would they b flat time r no

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Georgia on
Q: Can my daughter’s dad take our daughter over state lines?

Reside in GA. History of a TPO against my daughter’s dad. He is threatening to physically take our daughter to Texas where he moved to. He is also threatening to take me back to court to take her there as well. We have a court order in place he gets video chats 3 times a week for 10 min. And... View More

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answered on Nov 25, 2024

If you have a court order in place regarding parenting time, that is what should be followed. If he does not follow it, you can file for contempt.

0 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: I help in suing for negligence, intentionally inflicting emotional distress in a lawsuit against Zinnia Health and Rehab

During my interactions with Zinnia Health and the Singer Island Treatment Facility, I had a conversation with a representative from Zinnia Health several months ago. We discussed my needs extensively, and I built a level of trust with her over time. She was aware of my preferences and the locations... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law for Illinois on
Q: My mom passed away in July of 2022 this is a long story but anyway she had dementia and my brother took her home

My sister was a signer on my mom's bank account and she took everything out of it after she died. And she paid for the mortgage my brother took out on my mom's house that she already owned out of my mom's bank account is there anything I can do to have them like audited or have my... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: My landlord is committing multiple violations, so why are no attorneys willing to help me?

My landlord is committing several violations:

Breach of contract.

Implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing.

Breach of the covenant of quiet enjoyment.

Negligence under Cal Civil Code Section 1714.

And yet every tenant law attorney I have contacted is... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

The reality is that many attorneys focus on cases where there's significant financial damage or severe habitability issues that can lead to substantial settlements or judgments - this helps cover their time and legal costs.

Your situation, while frustrating and potentially illegal,...
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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Rights for Georgia on
Q: Can I be kicked out if someone's giving me last minute to leave. She keeps changing from end of December to now November

On top of that. I was doing yardsale selling her stuff and she would pocket all the money. I was cool cause she's giving me a roof over my head. But its not right. What can I do. Its less than a week. I have no place to go

1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: Can My vehicle be towed by an apartment manager?

My wife who is disabled parked in the maintenance parking spot. All the spaces were full and she was in too much pain to walk from our assigned spot. The new manager posted a sticky note saying * I will tow your car if you park here again!* signed manager. This is in fresno county California. The... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

Under California Vehicle Code Section 22658, your apartment manager cannot legally tow your vehicle without proper signage that meets specific requirements. The law requires visible signage at all entrances with the name and phone number of the towing company, along with clear markings for... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Land Use & Zoning for Louisiana on
Q: I sold 1 acre . The buyer had it surveyed. Then moved the wooden stake to make me think it was where we agreed. Can I do

Anything about it . I did sign off on it. In good faith that he was being honest. But he actually took almost all of my front yard. Beings he moved the stake to make me think that was the property line. Is there anything I can do?

2 Answers | Asked in Trademark for New Jersey on
Q: I own a private day camp in New Jersey and I would like to create a camp mascot that is a derivative of the little miss

sunshine character, using the same colors. Is that legal?

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

You have to be more specific because you have not provided enough facts to enable any attorney to provide a meaningful response and guide you accordingly. Good luck.

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0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Missouri on
Q: My monthly rent payment or being used to pay my late fees, can my landlord do this

Is this legal in the State of Missouri?

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody and Divorce for Indiana on
Q: my daughter says she feels unsafe around her mom. have vids and pics of mom losing it. need divorce what should i do

She blames me for everything calls me names saying I’m the worst thing that’s ever happened and I’m a narcissist. She has a tendency to break my things when her “feelings “ aren’t acknowledged. (Ex. Car window broke still) she has hit me several times in the face there’s a whole... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Mississippi on
Q: in my divorce every fact presented in case is false. Can I bring sanctions against Plaintiff and Attorney?

all the false claims can be proven. my answers to case contained the correct information and asserted that we may bring charges of fraud and defamation.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Federal Crimes and Personal Injury for California on
Q: What statute is basis for appeal?

What statute is basis for appeal, of order denying motion to set aside dismissal of legal action against one of defendants, without prejudice?

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

The most relevant statute for appealing an order denying a motion to set aside dismissal would be California Code of Civil Procedure Section 904.1, which governs appealable judgments and orders in California state courts.

In your specific situation, since the dismissal was without prejudice...
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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents for California on
Q: My brothers boss owes him $200,000 for an accident. My brother killed himself. Can I seek the money for his children?

He was in a motorcycle accident while working but his boss/friend didn’t have insurance at the time. He had a lawyer and was going to get paid a substantial sum but chose not to sign paperwork. His boss was getting a settlement himself and convinced my brother to not follow through so he... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

Your brother's personal injury claim has components for pain and suffering, and for economic losses. Once your brother passed, only the claim for economic losses remains (wage loss and medical expenses). His children can pursue those losses, but they likely aren't large enough to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for California on
Q: Pursuant section 906. True statement?

Post-judgement appeal can be filed by plaintiff:

in respect to dismissal against one of Defendants, entered anytime before judgement without prejudice.

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

Here's what you need to know about post-judgment appeals in California regarding dismissals:

Under California Code of Civil Procedure section 904.1, you can generally appeal from a final judgment. However, a voluntary dismissal without prejudice entered before judgment is typically not...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for California on
Q: can your partner pay your property taxes without your permission?
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answered on Nov 24, 2024

Yes, anyone can pay property taxes on your behalf in California, even without your permission. This is because property tax payments are tied to the property itself rather than the individual owner, and counties generally accept payments from any source to prevent tax delinquency.

However,...
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0 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law on
Q: I need a lawyer that has experience in lawsuits involving the county or department of human services for discrimination

I have a family case I believe, I don't know if this is civil or constitutional. I know it is discrimination because they did not offer or even inform me or my partner of any resources, or any kind of help we could get based on our case and our situation that would have been crucial in our... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Florida on
Q: I went to marathon got gas and proceeded in the store with my 5 month registered service dog. Was denied entry

I have been in this store many times with my dog. This was a rude night time employee I've never seen before. I left my dog in the car and went back in the store to show my proof my dog is registered and in training as my serviced dug. I left there and made it home with panic attacks I was... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Indiana on
Q: Can police tell me the theft of 3 weapons is a civil matter

A friend and myself were to go sight in my weapons, family emergency I was called out of town,days later friend said his friend took weapons and would not return them because money owed

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