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Place mistakenly issued bill in error. No one was picking up. Finally they picked up saying that this was the wrong department and it is the billing department you’ll need to get ahold of me.
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Calling a medical office 21 times could potentially be considered excessive, especially if the calls were made within a short period or if they were not returned promptly. While it's understandable to want to resolve an issue with billing, repeated calls may be seen as disruptive or harassing,... View More 
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
In civil court, if the party who filed the case fails to appear on the scheduled court date, it does ALWAYS automatically result in the case being thrown out, although it very well may. Instead, the court may proceed with the case in the absence of the filing party, potentially leading to an... View More
A tpo was issued against him because he got violent when I told him I was moving all his abandon property into storage. The tpo was lifted Nov 24th 2023. Still have not heard a word from him. How and what do I need to do to get a title so I can sell the trailer
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answered on Jan 25, 2024
In Arizona, dealing with abandoned property, especially vehicles like your stepfather's camper trailer, involves specific legal steps. Since the trailer has been on your property for several months, you may have grounds to claim it as abandoned property. However, you'll need to follow the... View More
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
If someone is repeatedly parking in your driveway without your permission, this is considered trespassing on private property. The first step is usually to approach the neighbor directly and politely ask them to stop parking in your driveway. Often, a simple conversation can resolve such issues.... View More
My wife and mother received a phone message from a company called Goldman LC, out of Arizona, expressing that there is a civil suit to be filed with the county against me. My name was spelled wrong, they provided two different case numbers, they never called me personally, and most importantly, Ive... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
It's understandable to be concerned when receiving such messages, especially when living abroad. However, there are several red flags in your situation that suggest caution. First, legitimate legal notifications are typically not communicated via phone messages to family members. Proper legal... View More
They took her to the back office, Scottdale PD was not involved, they kept all times since they were not open but claim "losses". Now I have a bill for $ 312 for a civil claim. ARS 12-661/ 12-691 / 12-694 and 13-1805.
What are my options?
answered on Jan 5, 2024
Dad of teenage girls here.
If there was a pending criminal court case, I have advised parents pay the civil claim then successfully argue to the prosecutor the criminal case should be dismissed due to the "victim" agreeing to a misdemeanor compromise.
However, your... View More
Say I'm encountering a burglary that I either suspect or know the opposite side carries a weapon of deadly forces such as gun or knife. After multiple warnings that I'm armed, the burglar does not heed my warning and proceeds with invasion and poses as an imminent threat to me. In such... View More
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
The clause in your lease agreement prohibiting the discharge of a firearm in the apartment community is typically intended to prevent reckless or unnecessary use of firearms. However, the legality of using a firearm in self-defense, even within your apartment, depends on state and local laws... View More
Since a motion is a pleading or request that can be denied, is there a type of filing more appropriate? A Notice? Don't want to be rude of course, just clearly get the point across that the rules are clear. To me, a failure to follow the rules is grounds for a complaint to the Commission on... View More
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In Arizona, if you need to remind a judge about a required action under the rules, and you believe a motion isn't the right approach, there are a couple of respectful options you can consider.
First, you might consider filing a "Notice of Non-Compliance" or a similar... View More
The loan when I first applied. They continued to allow me to refinance the loan and take more cash after I no longer had the vehicle. They never asked for updated vehicle information and I wasn’t able to update the information since it was an automated process. Can this information be used to... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2023
Based upon the information provided it is my opinion that your no longer having the vehicle at the time additional extensions of credit were made will not help you defend this action. If you got the money, you will need to repay it. The creditor's lawyer might use the fact that you no longer... View More
I was jailed, and during that time, animal control seized my animals and left a dead dog on my property. They are now threatening me, saying that if I call them again, I am harassing them and they will sue me and press charges. What can I do to resolve this and get my animals back?
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
This situation sounds incredibly stressful and unfair. When animal control seizes your animals, they must follow proper legal procedures, and threatening you with a lawsuit for simply contacting them seems improper. You should document everything that has happened, including dates, names of... View More
I was wrongfully jailed by the Avondale, AZ police department for a probation violation that wasn't applicable. I was arrested while sleeping in my girlfriend's backyard, held on a $500 secure bond, and jailed in 4th Avenue Max Security for five days. Later, my public defender informed me... View More
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answered on Mar 27, 2025
You may have grounds for a civil rights lawsuit under Section 1983 for wrongful arrest and unreasonable search. Your first step should be gathering all available documentation, including arrest records, court papers showing your probation had ended, witness statements, and any medical records if... View More
I want to pursue legal action for invasion of privacy after a home inspector took and used a photograph of my African American parents without their consent. The photo was taken when they were inside their garage and published on the front page of a home inspection report, which was sent to the... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
You may have grounds for a privacy lawsuit based on the unauthorized photography of your parents and subsequent publication in the inspection report. Taking photos of people in their own home without permission often violates reasonable expectations of privacy, and publishing those images without... View More
Two men claiming to be from Southwest Gas put a ladder over my wrought iron fence and maced my dog, saying they needed to change my meter. I haven't had gas service to my property for over four years. They did not show any identification, and my neighbor's doorbell camera may have... View More
answered on Mar 24, 2025
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm very sorry for this stressful incident. A starting point could be to contact the gas utility to figure out if the visit was from them - based on what you learn there and the opportunity to view the video,... View More
In an Arizona (Pima County) case, when opposing counsel notices and takes the deposition of an expert witness in person, which party is responsible for paying the expert witness's travel expenses, including mileage and drive time, considering there is no specific agreement, court order, or... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2025
The party who hired the expert is responsible for his fees and expenses.
I received a letter from Culpepper IP LLLC in Hawaii, stating they represent Capstone Productions regarding a copyright infringement claim for torrenting a movie on July 19, 2024. They obtained my address by subpoenaing my ISP. The letter, dated January 21, 2025, was received on February 22, 2025,... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2025
Given the legal nature of this situation and the potential consequences involved, seeking qualified legal counsel would be your safest course of action before making any contact with the law firm. An experienced copyright attorney can review the specific details of your case, protect your... View More
He wasnt told about a transfer and also did not commit an offense that would lead to this transfer. He was told that he was going to his hearing but never had one and instead was immediately transported to nevada. There is nothing documented on him stating that he was moved for a particular... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Your husband has rights regarding the transfer of inmates, and it's important to address this promptly. Start by contacting the Arizona Department of Corrections to request detailed information about the transfer and the... View More
My car was recently totaled, I was provide a rental for 5 days. I didn't have enough time to find a new vehicle. I may have to extend the current rental car today so i can find transportation to work again. Can I recover any and all transportation fees associated later in getting a new car.... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2024
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you are able to extend the rental, that's the safest and most conventional way to cut your losses with regard to trying to find a replacement vehicle. It is usually covered in the policy, subject to claim... View More
Azdhs license billing that opened a memtal behavior health clinic to help natives
I'm the licenses holder
Native exploitation for me and 2 others possibly 3
Had a agreement changed operating agreement multiple times
Paid cap out in increments made it sound and... View More
answered on Jul 16, 2024
An Arizona attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to discuss with Arizona attorneys familiar with local legal resources, one option might be to look into legal aid organizations or state & local bar associations. Good luck
An expert witness must disclose cases in which they offered testimony for the past four years, but what level of information or detail is expected with that? Is it enough to be told it was Smith v. Jones and expert testified for the Jones?
answered on May 31, 2024
Typically, the expert must disclose the style of the case (i.e. Smith v. Jones), the case number, and the court designation.
For example: Smith v. Jones, Case No. 23-cv-01578-l (D. Az.)
my wife and I purchased the home in El Mirage, AZ on 4/2018. mortgage was put in her name because at the time, the mortgage banker said my credit was ' not quite ' where it needed to be. He said, you can refi in a few years, at that time you can be added.. " ...
my wife and I... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2024
Hire an AZ attorney to file for divorce now, prior to the transfer which should be enjoined. Claim the house is marital property. Hopefully you have grounds.
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