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California Questions & Answers
Q: I need to get on the deed of a house currently owned by my mom- but inhabited and paid for by me- where do I start?
Vincent Gallo's answer
You should start by asking your mother to cooperate in preparing and executing the deed conveying title to the real estate to you.
You should start by asking your mother to cooperate in preparing and executing the deed conveying title to the real estate to you.
Q: Can I be locked up for a bench warrant over 2years I didn't was issued
Dale S. Gribow's answer
need more info
however, if this is isolated and you have a good excuse for why you did not do something, then you should not be locked up..........but you could be.
if you are in a position to hire a lawyer contact me and i will help you find one for the court you are assigned to attend.
you should write out a detailed summary of the facts, as a lawyer bills for time and why have the lawyer play secretary and bill you for time.
dale@dalegribowlaw.com
need more info
however, if this is isolated and you have a good excuse for why you did not do something, then you should not be locked up..........but you could be.
if you are in a position to hire a lawyer contact me and i will help you find one for the court you are assigned to attend.
you should write out a detailed summary of the facts, as a lawyer bills for time and why have the lawyer play secretary and bill you for time.
dale@dalegribowlaw.com
Q: what are my rights as a patient when I'm awake and buy a maintenance man on a ladder standing on a ladder in my room
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Answered on Sep 23, 2018
Louis George Fazzi's answer
If I understand you correctly, you are an inpatient in a hospital room in which you awoke at 1:30 a.m. to find a maintenance man on a ladder in your room, apparently working on something. As a patient, whether you are in a private room or not, you do not have the same right to privacy as when you are in your own home or a hotel or motel. You are in the hospital's premises. You may want to talk to your nurse to let him/her know that the incident was unexpected and upset you. However, the nurse...
If I understand you correctly, you are an inpatient in a hospital room in which you awoke at 1:30 a.m. to find a maintenance man on a ladder in your room, apparently working on something. As a patient, whether you are in a private room or not, you do not have the same right to privacy as when you are in your own home or a hotel or motel. You are in the hospital's premises. You may want to talk to your nurse to let him/her know that the incident was unexpected and upset you. However, the nurse...
Q: How do I prepare for a 36626 appropriately.?
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Answered on Sep 23, 2018
Louis George Fazzi's answer
This is an inappropriate question for California attorneys if you are in Washington state. We cannot assist you with Washington state law.
This is an inappropriate question for California attorneys if you are in Washington state. We cannot assist you with Washington state law.
Q: Is it considered theft if someone finds a lost dog and doesn't follow protocol to find the owner of the dog?
William John Light's answer
Report him to the police. They will determine if there is evidence of theft, or of selling stolen property. Sue him for the value of the dog in Small Claims Court and for an order to disclose the identity of the person to whom the dog was sold. He was required by statute to notify the owner within a reasonable time and apparently did not take any action to do so.
Civil Code § 2080. Duties of finder Any person who finds a thing lost is not bound to take charge of it, unless the...
Report him to the police. They will determine if there is evidence of theft, or of selling stolen property. Sue him for the value of the dog in Small Claims Court and for an order to disclose the identity of the person to whom the dog was sold. He was required by statute to notify the owner within a reasonable time and apparently did not take any action to do so.
Civil Code § 2080. Duties of finder Any person who finds a thing lost is not bound to take charge of it, unless the...
Q: Can i get jurisdiction in California, my son was born there. And my husband had filed for divorce in New Mexico.
Angelina Bradley's answer
For California to have jurisdiction over the divorce, you’ll need to live in California in the county you wish to file in for here months prior to filing. For California to have jurisdiction over custody your son will have to have lived in California for six months prior to the date of filing and there can’t be another state claiming jurisdiction.
So probably not.
For California to have jurisdiction over the divorce, you’ll need to live in California in the county you wish to file in for here months prior to filing. For California to have jurisdiction over custody your son will have to have lived in California for six months prior to the date of filing and there can’t be another state claiming jurisdiction.
So probably not.
Q: Iam a Trustee on Dads will & Trust. He recently passed 1 month ago. I have 4 siblings. If there are no instructions how
Sally Bergman's answer
These are all questions that should be answered by the terms of the trust. If you have any doubt, you need to have an attorney look at the trust document and evaluate what needs to be done.
These are all questions that should be answered by the terms of the trust. If you have any doubt, you need to have an attorney look at the trust document and evaluate what needs to be done.
Q: If I received a DUI in CA with an NC license about 13 years ago, paid the fines but never too the classes and closed It
John Karas' answer
Unlikely. North Carolina participates in an Interstate Compact in which states share driver's license information including DUI's and suspended licenses. Not having completed the DUI classes in California resulted in your license having been suspended by the issuing state's DMV but you are also in VOP (Violation of Probation) on the DUI conviction in California.
Your best course of action is to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer to assist you with getting the VOP resolved and...
Unlikely. North Carolina participates in an Interstate Compact in which states share driver's license information including DUI's and suspended licenses. Not having completed the DUI classes in California resulted in your license having been suspended by the issuing state's DMV but you are also in VOP (Violation of Probation) on the DUI conviction in California.
Your best course of action is to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer to assist you with getting the VOP resolved and...
Q: Do nursing homes have to be licensed to operate in California?
Sally Bergman's answer
Nursing homes are highly regulated in California. There are several different types of licenses, depending upon the type of facility it is. For example, skilled nursing facility, assisted living, board and care, etc. You can find a lot of very useful information and resources at California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform at www.CANHR.org.
Nursing homes are highly regulated in California. There are several different types of licenses, depending upon the type of facility it is. For example, skilled nursing facility, assisted living, board and care, etc. You can find a lot of very useful information and resources at California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform at www.CANHR.org.
Q: what does jurisdictional discharge mean?
Dale S. Gribow's answer
More info needed.
I assume they are saying that tho incarcerated in one jurisdiction they are releasing him to be transported to another jurisdiction where there are warrants on other cases
More info needed.
I assume they are saying that tho incarcerated in one jurisdiction they are releasing him to be transported to another jurisdiction where there are warrants on other cases
Q: My trial lawyer just admitted to never reviewing the evidence in my case via email. How do I bring this to court?
Dale S. Gribow's answer
U need a Crim appellate lawyer in Ventura CO...!i am in Palm Springs.
Did the court appoint a lawyer for this for you?
Is your old lawyer cooperating or denying?
U need a Crim appellate lawyer in Ventura CO...!i am in Palm Springs.
Did the court appoint a lawyer for this for you?
Is your old lawyer cooperating or denying?
Q: Can Tristar require the A M E DOCTOR TO GIVE A DEPOSITION AFTER RULING ON MY CASE ALREADY ?
Nancy J. Wallace's answer
Yes, the injured worker and the employer have the right to ask questions of the Agreed Medical Evaluator. That said, the AME thinks A LOT about his conclusion before he signs the report, so he would have to have a LOT of new evidence to change his opinion on anything.
Yes, the injured worker and the employer have the right to ask questions of the Agreed Medical Evaluator. That said, the AME thinks A LOT about his conclusion before he signs the report, so he would have to have a LOT of new evidence to change his opinion on anything.
Q: Can I get in trouble for renting a room from a principle tenant if the landlord finds out?
N. Munro Merrick's answer
When you say the landlord "stated", I assume you are talking about your lease/rental agreement. If there is such a clause in your lease, a violation is an uncurable default and would give the landlord the right to evict both of you. I would suggest you approach the landlord and ask his permission. He should have you sign a sublet agreement.
When you say the landlord "stated", I assume you are talking about your lease/rental agreement. If there is such a clause in your lease, a violation is an uncurable default and would give the landlord the right to evict both of you. I would suggest you approach the landlord and ask his permission. He should have you sign a sublet agreement.
Q: my husband walked out on me when I came home from the hospital with hospice my kidneys had completely shut down
Angelina Bradley's answer
If you are receiving government benefits for your medical conditions (SSI/SSDI, SNAP, MediCal), you'll likely qualify for a waiver of the $435.00, and you should apply for his waiver anyway given all of your hardships.
You can go to the Contra Costa County Courthouse's self-help center for free legal information and guidance in filing yourself so you don't have to hire an attorney.
You may want to reach out to the Department of Public Social Services to apply for aid from them...
If you are receiving government benefits for your medical conditions (SSI/SSDI, SNAP, MediCal), you'll likely qualify for a waiver of the $435.00, and you should apply for his waiver anyway given all of your hardships.
You can go to the Contra Costa County Courthouse's self-help center for free legal information and guidance in filing yourself so you don't have to hire an attorney.
You may want to reach out to the Department of Public Social Services to apply for aid from them...
Q: Legal rights as a tenant where landlord is selling property? Nothing in lease agreement about him violating the contract
Salim U. Shaikh's answer
Where a LL is selling his property, he in fact sells all his rights to a buyer. That means your lease cannot be automatically terminated unless you opt to move out. If current LL or buyer wants you to vacate that premises prior to expiry, they are bound to relocate you and bear its cost. They are also bound to refund your SD immediately.
Prior to entry/visit, LL has to notify you at least 24 hrs before visit so that you can manage accordingly or suggest that time when you are...
Where a LL is selling his property, he in fact sells all his rights to a buyer. That means your lease cannot be automatically terminated unless you opt to move out. If current LL or buyer wants you to vacate that premises prior to expiry, they are bound to relocate you and bear its cost. They are also bound to refund your SD immediately.
Prior to entry/visit, LL has to notify you at least 24 hrs before visit so that you can manage accordingly or suggest that time when you are...
Q: Trying to collect on a judgement on a business that dissolved after my judgement. What do I do
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Answered on Sep 21, 2018
Answered on Sep 21, 2018
Vernon Charles Tucker's answer
If the Corporation dissolved typically you are out of luck and have an uphill battle in front of you to enforce the judgment.
However, its complex and requires motion work, but if certain facts are present you could argue the new corporation is the same as the old corporation or is an "Alter Ego" of the old corporation. This may open other doors that could apply pressure to judgment debtor if they are one in the same.
I would look at the amount of the judgment, and see whether...
If the Corporation dissolved typically you are out of luck and have an uphill battle in front of you to enforce the judgment.
However, its complex and requires motion work, but if certain facts are present you could argue the new corporation is the same as the old corporation or is an "Alter Ego" of the old corporation. This may open other doors that could apply pressure to judgment debtor if they are one in the same.
I would look at the amount of the judgment, and see whether...
Q: I was harassed online by an adult whom lives in another state. How do I go about pressing charges?
Salim U. Shaikh's answer
It falls more under cyber crime than harassment when you are living in another state. If being bullied, why did you maintain your contacts still?
It falls more under cyber crime than harassment when you are living in another state. If being bullied, why did you maintain your contacts still?
Q: What are the options and requirements for reinvesting Homestead Exemption funds while in Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
Peter Maurice Lively's answer
California Code of Civil Procedure Section 704.710 provides the definition of a dwelling and the types of dwellings which may your homestead which include a house, a mobile home, a boat, etc.
If you don't reinvest the homestead funds within the six months deadline, the trustee will be able to take back those funds for the bankruptcy estate.
You should consult with an attorney regarding your deadline and the residence requirements.
California Code of Civil Procedure Section 704.710 provides the definition of a dwelling and the types of dwellings which may your homestead which include a house, a mobile home, a boat, etc.
If you don't reinvest the homestead funds within the six months deadline, the trustee will be able to take back those funds for the bankruptcy estate.
You should consult with an attorney regarding your deadline and the residence requirements.
Q: What are nursing homes required to have in place to prevent falls?
Travis Kendall Siegel's answer
Whatever the resident needs to prevent them from falling because there is no one size fits all solution to falls. State and federal regulations require the nursing home to provide the care and assistance needed by the resident to meet their needs. Sometimes bed alarms work. Sometimes they don't. Sometimes more assistance and supervision works. Sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes redirection and resident education work. Sometimes they don't. They way to prevent falls is to address the resident's...
Whatever the resident needs to prevent them from falling because there is no one size fits all solution to falls. State and federal regulations require the nursing home to provide the care and assistance needed by the resident to meet their needs. Sometimes bed alarms work. Sometimes they don't. Sometimes more assistance and supervision works. Sometimes it doesn't. Sometimes redirection and resident education work. Sometimes they don't. They way to prevent falls is to address the resident's...
Q: What is good cause for quitting and how do I show good cause for the state of Nevada??
Dale S. Gribow's answer
You are posting this on a Calif PI/DUI forum
You probably need to inquire from Nevada Labor Law atty
You are posting this on a Calif PI/DUI forum
You probably need to inquire from Nevada Labor Law atty
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