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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Civil Litigation, Family Law and Cannabis & Marijuana Law on
Q: Doe my wife have to imform me of interactions with cps during a tro while she had sole custody

My wife filed for a dvro and was granted sole physical and legal coustody. I was granted unsupervised visiting at her discretion. During this time cps has contacted her and our children is she obligated to inform me of what happened she has not communicated anything that involves the children or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: After accusations of incompetence can prosecution present me with an interpreter/translator. I comprehend English.

Possession of a bb gun is not illegal unless banished in public and in bb view of public sight, correct?

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answered on Nov 25, 2024

Your right to communicate effectively in court is protected by the Constitution. While you can decline an interpreter if you're confident in your English skills, the prosecution may request one if they believe it's necessary for ensuring fair proceedings. You should clearly state your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: I need the assistance of an attorney that practices or handles cases in wrongful use of court proceedings.

Without probable cause and violation of my 4th amendment rights. Unreasonable search and seizures. Soliciting interpreter/translator double jeopardy conviction and defamation false accusations. I have lost friends my family despise me worst of all my relationship with my children is estranged. Jobs... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

You're dealing with a very serious situation that appears to involve multiple constitutional and civil rights violations, particularly regarding your Fourth Amendment protections and issues with law enforcement conduct.

Given the complexity of your case - involving wrongful court...
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0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Pennsylvania on
Q: in a custody case for my daughter have not yet been in front of a judge an need some answers…

Her father and i share 50/50 custody but he’s treating me so unfairly as well as very poorly.. he will not give me a fair share of time, or days with my daughter. and every time i try to address an issue about it, he makes me out to be the bad person. i don’t know what to do, but he’s not... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation for New York on
Q: My question is my fiancé died on November 4 on November 5 traveling back from Seattle dealing with my mother who is dyin

My landlord allowed my fiancé’s nephew to enter my house my landlord left why the nephew Ramsack stole our bills stole took our receipts for bills and the money for the bills and the rent money that was supposed to be given to the Landlord on November 5 the gun that he had in the house took the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Texas on
Q: Can an associate in a law firm give a lawyer in another firm a copy your arbitration deposition transcript 3 years pos

Deposition transcript was never used in arbitration ,case settled during discovery, transcript was shared 3 years later to another lawyer in another arbitration proceeding I was involved in ....it was actually stolen by the associate

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Nov 25, 2024

If the associate was an attorney in the law firm that represented you in the arbitration proceeding, he should not share your deposition transcript without your permission.

If the associate was an attorney in a law firm representing another party in that arbitration proceeding, he can...
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1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning for Pennsylvania on
Q: My father passed without making a will. How do we figure out who gets what. He has a retirement and stock and property

His wife is not being very open about his finances which leads me to think she is trying to keep everything

Michael Cherewka
Michael Cherewka
answered on Nov 25, 2024

THe situation you are describing, dying without a Will, is known as Intestacy in Pennsylvania. Since your father did not have a Will, the surviving spouse is generally not entitled to all of the Estate assets. However, the three assets which you described, retirement accounts, stock accounts and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can you be sent to rehab by the court if you have no drug charge, no guilty conviction, or it being a diversion program?

My fiance got drug tested the last day she would have had in court because they had dropped the charges, and they had already released any bail money back. Then at the very last minute they asked her if she could pass a drug test and she said yes but she failed and they charged her with contempt... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 25, 2024

Yes. It is well within the discretion of the Court to send her to rehab for contempt or failing the drug test.

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Domestic Violence for New Mexico on
Q: What are the steps to file a motion for Interim Attorney Fees to be paid for by husband in New Mexico?

I left my husband almost 20 yrs ago for sexual abuse and we were never legally separated but he has now filed for divorce. I need to know what the steps are and what forms are required to file a motion for Interim Attorney Fees (Motion for Temporary Relief) to be paid so I can hire an attorney to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: hello needing some advice about a car purchased sight unseen.

We were in contact with the dealership for a few days, they sent photos and videos.

But When receiving the car we realized there was a ton of isssues with the car that the dealer didn’t disclose to us.

1. Broken driver seat

2. Mold in the trunk of the vehicle

3.... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

In California, dealerships have strict legal obligations to disclose known material defects and issues with vehicles before sale. The issues you've discovered - especially the mold (which is indeed a biohazard) and undisclosed modifications that affect emissions compliance - represent serious... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Georgia on
Q: How do I proceed to terminate my ex husbands parental rights on grounds of abandonment of parental responsibility?

My ex husband is over $45,000 behind in child support. He had not maintained any type of steady employment or living arrangements. He also has not maintained a relationship with my daughter whatsoever for the entirety of her life.

1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Contracts and Civil Litigation for Kentucky on
Q: Can I overturn a mediation agreement if there unclear deadlines, changes in terms and duress when signing

I signed a settlement agreement for a civil case partly to attorney's advice, of high trial costs, limited 60-day prep window and legal fees aren't awarded even won? I wasn’t told mediation document was a memorandum or the plaintiff didn't have a deadline to fulfill terms like... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 25, 2024

you can certainly file a motion to be relieved from the mediation agreement, but since you were represented by counsel and signed the agreement voluntarily, you have an uphill battle on your hands. You should sit down with your lawyer and go over the terms and make sure you understand them before... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Michigan on
Q: hello, i need some advice.

my parents are pushing for a ppo on my partner. i am 16 and he is 21. there hasnt been any sexual stuff just normal relationship stuff (hand holding, hugs, kisses) do you think its possible for the court to lift my ppo? if theres no evidence when the ppo is going to be renewed does it just drop? if... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law and Lemon Law for New York on
Q: What do I do if a Car Dealership sold me a bad car?

bought a used 2017 dodge charger a few months ago, nothing but problems. I have gone back to the dealer 7x and nothing. They took it back to "their" mechanic etc and the same problem kept happpening. They the LIED and falsified documents to show it was serviced when it wasn't. I... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Real Estate Law for New York on
Q: What do I do if im being harassed by my landlord?

He has been sending mail threatening eviction for months, I have been harassed for the past 7 years , my tail lights were smashed by a manintnce worker, several nails have ben put in my tires on several differnt cars I owned, someone or some people break into my home when I am not there, the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Securities Law and Elder Law for New York on
Q: What do I do if Fidelity Investments refuses to give my mother her money, and refused my power of Attorney?

Mom had a stroke a year ago and hasn't gotten better. We are trying to buy a house so that I can take care of her when the time comes... Fidelity has accused me of Elder Abuse and trying to steal her assets etc even tho my mom was the one who told fidelity what her wishes were. They are rude... View More

Damien Matthew Bosco
Damien Matthew Bosco
answered on Nov 25, 2024

I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. If you haven't already, ask Fidelity to document their concerns in writing and provide the specific reasons for refusing to honor your POA or give your mother access to her funds. It may be because they believe your mother... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law for California on
Q: Estimated itemized list of fraudulent hospice medicare charges.

Follow up to previous question/answer by ms. Arrasmith. The question at this point was regarding estimate, not actuals, or contacting medicare before likely FCA case, that will have to be filed.

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answered on Nov 24, 2024

From what I understand, you're seeking estimated Medicare charges commonly seen in fraudulent hospice billing. This is a serious matter that often forms the basis for False Claims Act cases.

Typical fraudulent hospice charges can include inflated daily rates ranging from $150-$250 for...
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1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for New York on
Q: What is recourse if real property was illegally seized when taxes were always paid in full and county ascribed wrong own

Owner and failed to notify record owner of deed

Damien Matthew Bosco
Damien Matthew Bosco
answered on Nov 25, 2024

If your real property was transferred due to errors by the county (e.g., assigning the wrong owner or failing to notify you of changes to the deed) contact the county recorder or assessor's office in writing to dispute the error. Include copies of your tax payment records, the deed, and other... View More

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