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4 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Civil Rights for California on
Q: does anyone know of a contingency lawyer

i took my car to quick quack car wash and it damaged my license plate i was then given a business card to go somewhere to have it fixed which then the worker there added additional damage to my fenderliner and he said he may have done the damage but didnt want to fix it is there any lawyer that can... View More

Maurice Mandel II
Maurice Mandel II
answered on Dec 4, 2024

When your case is worth $2million, there are lots of contingency lawyers for you, but when your case is worth less than $2000 there are usually none. This is because many Attorneys charge more than $500 per hour and your case will take several hours to resolve. But, there is hope for you, it is... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Legal Malpractice for California on
Q: If im having issues finding a lawyer does that mean I'm being ignored on purpose, or what would be the issue?

I've communicated to multiple parties on and off for probably a year and don't have any proper representation or assistance other then the cal bar website..

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Nov 20, 2024

If you are being ignored or turned away the most likely reason is you don't have a viable case. Law firms are businesses that are profit driven. You don't state whether you are willing to finance the litigation, but I would guess not. Quite simply, prepare a clear and concise statement of... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Education Law for California on
Q: My teacher at Carrington college has not given access to exams I have done, she has been marking my right answers, wrong

When I presented the issue, she blames on technical error. This is effecting my grades

Michelle Alissa Ball
Michelle Alissa Ball
answered on Nov 20, 2024

Look at your Handbook and see what Carrington's policies are on accessing the testing instruments. Sometimes colleges won't let students access exams if they re-use them year to year, in case a student puts them on the internet. However, you should be able to go review the exam and your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: I was wrongfully accused, deprived of due process and had major loss due to it. Can i sue county? All charges dropped

I bailed out was told by county clerk i had no case after going to court, fast forward 2-3 years no notice i get pulled over arrested and had to post bail again, $9000 and $7000, lose my job due to arrest, find 2 jobs after but cannot pass background check. Kost all my benefits, license because I... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Nov 9, 2024

Yes you can. You have remedies available under state and federal law, and I urge you to take advantage of them. You'll need a competent lawyer with the education, training and experience necessary to properly represent your interests. S/he should be a lawyer for the people, who seek to protect... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Health Care Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: I’ve been asking for a Reasonable Accommodation Request for going into 11th month now.

Husband injured during wildfire evacuation,paralysed within weeks of injury. Past 3 years,he’s had 3 spinal surgeries(metal rods/carriages from base of skull to mid shoulder blades,mid back to tailbone(unable to twist turn or bend like normal human)and a pacemaker installed. His neurosurgeon and... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Nov 9, 2024

Go to the attorney your husband had for the injuries he suffered at work. S/he should be able to guide you through the process of getting him better care. That's a good place to start. Then learn what you can about co-dependency and how to treat it. Or maybe you should do that first.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Collections for California on
Q: Hello I have an issueMy ex girlfriend is having a trial case in January for malpractice surgery

I 100% supported everything financially and have endured debt on it and still to this day pay it

We are not together anymore and the plan was if she wins debt is owed back to me

That was a verbal agreement but I’m afraid since our fallout in the relationship she will not pay... View More

Leon Bayer
Leon Bayer
answered on Nov 2, 2024

Putting the agreement on paper will be helpful, because if you have to sue her the written agreement should make it a breeze for you to win your case. However, the written agreement itself does nothing to make her pay up - making her pay will require her voluntary compliance or else a court... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights, Education Law and Public Benefits for California on
Q: IEP, OC Regional center, IHSS? Where do i begin...

On behalf of disabled son whom is a minor. Currently on IHSS 33hrs p/mo for para medical due to sever asthma, PROTECTIVE SUPPERVISION, i ended up leaving my job to adequately care for my son as his needs have been greater with each passing day. Best option is for me to care for him. IHSS case... View More

Michelle Alissa Ball
Michelle Alissa Ball
answered on Oct 16, 2024

This is a very complex question and depends on the individual facts. The IEP process is the place to address school services, in home education (for a homebound student), related services etc. from the public school district. If they won't qualify him, you can challenge that by asking for an... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for California on
Q: What can be done if someone who is 30 never had a job and is in college but wants a job but no one would hire them

I mean it’s not my fault that my family told me to stay in school and now I want to make extra money but no job would hire me what can I do about this is this discrimination is this ageism prejudice etc going on what can I do about this who do I reach out to because this is not supposed to happen... View More

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Oct 4, 2024

There is no meritorious legal claim for age discrimination for those under the age of 40. Sorry. It is perfectly legal for an employer to refuse to hire you if you have no skills or experience, and even if they admit that they are hiring you because of your age, you do not have a legal claim.... View More

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5 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Can an attorney who claims to have personal knowledge submit two different versions of an event to the court? !
Julie King
Julie King
answered on Oct 4, 2024

People can write whatever they want and give the document to the court clerk, who will accept it so long as it is in the right format. But, after that point, the judge and any opposing party will read it. If the information that the witness changed is material (meaning it matters from a legal... View More

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5 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning and Civil Rights for California on
Q: Can an attorney who claims to have personal knowledge submit two different versions of an event to the court? !
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 8, 2024

If you're asking whether attorneys could present more than one legal theory (pleading in the alternative), that is generally permissible, subject to the rules of civil procedure of the jurisdiction. Federal Rules of Civil Procedure allow it. If you're asking if someone could present... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for California on
Q: I am nurse and my previous director was not welling to allow me practice same as others, is it discrimination?

I m a wound specialist nurse, there are two other nurses in the last organization which practice totally different then me. When I brought it up to my director that I like my role and practice to be the same as the other ones, she said she doesn’t believe in that model. I was burnt out so I quit... View More

Marina Samson
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answered on Sep 20, 2024

In order for your director's action to be considered a discrimination, her actions in denying you the practice must be based on legally protected characteristics (e.g. race, religion, ethnicity, age (over 40), sex, sexual orientations, etc.) She did not allow you to practice as the other two... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Education Law for California on
Q: My children and I are homeless and considered McKinney-Vento. CIF is impeding my kids sports. What are my legal options?

I lost my job. Could not afford my rent, moved to my RV and was sent to Families in transition for support. During this time I been trying to get my kids eligible for sports. The CIF keeps probing questions of my previous school and wants the old managers contact information. I feel there is an... View More

Michelle Alissa Ball
Michelle Alissa Ball
answered on Sep 12, 2024

CIF definitely is a problem organization and control CA high school sports. If they have denied your child already, you can attempt to resubmit the transfer application with proof of the homelessness causing the school move. Gather as much as you possibly can to show the situation. If you have... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Sexual Harassment and White Collar Crime for California on
Q: Is it possible to get a pro Bono lawyer to take on an enormous case ?

An ex fbi agent , a retired policeman (who became Western communications operator director) , a CP's rep, an ex highway patrol officer, and few other retired policeman in an organized fashion commiting fraud, harassment , gang stalking , cyberstalking, and intimidation, while trying to obtain... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Sep 8, 2024

There are many great lawyers who can help you right in your county. This website is not a Lawyer referral service, so you won't be able to find someone here. Do a simple Google search for harassment lawyers in your area, and you should get plenty of ideas about whom you can contact. You have... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for California on
Q: What can I do? How do I get fair constitutional treat. Who would help me get justice and equality?

African American male living in a multi family dwelling. Neighbor is Mexican woman. Last 4 wks her unwarranted bias has increased. Wk 1 & 2 she blamed me for stealing a phone she admitted to losing. Calling me derogating names, and expressing disdain of my presence. Throughout building & in... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Sep 8, 2024

You can file civil harassment charges against your neighbor. If you know how to fill out the forms, which you can get online from the court's website, you can do this yourself; otherwise, you'll need to find a local attorney who will file the charges for you. You can get the proper form... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: Can a person be detained because her husband ran from police

Handcuffed and put in police car for 4 hrs

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Aug 21, 2024

Being handcuffed and put in police car for 4 hours seems unusual, a person can be detained because her husband ran from police depending on the circumstances. Feel free to contact attorneys who deal with police misconduct. Of course if you were also a suspect, aiding a fugitive or similar you may... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: Can I revisit a 22-year-old case where I was paralyzed by police, blocked from suing due to a no-contest plea I tried to

Twenty-two years ago, I was paralyzed as a result of police action. I attempted to sue the police, but my efforts were blocked due to a no-contest plea I entered for resisting arrest. This plea, made under poor legal advice, has had long-lasting consequences. I later sought to withdraw the plea,... View More

Louis George Fazzi
Louis George Fazzi
answered on Sep 12, 2024

The short answer is no. After 22 years, no court will likely grant you any kind of relief, unless you can find an exceptional attorney with much experience in such cases. You can always try to contact the Innocence Project to see if they can help you, but any further delay will not be helpful,... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for California on
Q: Can a manager say you cant transcribe 1 on 1 meetings even though, they know it is used for your disability?

I have PTSD disability that can cause me to have brain fog now and then so at times during work meetings regarding my professional development and my work ethic, I turn on Transcriptions so that I can better follow along with their words which will help me also better understand and retain the... View More

Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Sep 4, 2024

To protect yourself, get a doctor note that discusses your restrictions and the accommodation of using transcription to address that restriction. Give that note to your employer. That note will trigger a legal obligation to work with you to find a way to make it possible for you to do the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for California on
Q: How do I sew the court for litigation abuse syndrome regarding the PG&E Camp Fire Case?

I am a victim of the 2018 Camp Fire. Multiple times the court abused my civil rights. The judge refused to let speak on my behalf, lawyers voted for me with out being a client, bullied by the Tort lawyers, during litigation, and I was forced to represent my self because the lawyers refused to... View More

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answered on Jul 28, 2024

I'm really sorry to hear about your experiences with the PG&E Camp Fire litigation. Under California law, you have the right to file a complaint if you believe your civil rights were violated during the legal process. To start, you'll need to document all instances of perceived abuse... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: We were stopped by lost prevention falsely accused of taking a $119 battery

Left the store and 11/2 months later were arrested now charges were dismissed and need a lawyer? What kind and what should we do for compensation? Of losses

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

You should seek a personal injury lawyer who has experience with false arrest or false imprisonment cases. These attorneys can help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of filing a lawsuit. Look for someone with a good track record in civil rights or personal injury law.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Probate, Small Claims and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: can a novice handle the specifics of getting the court to vacate based on improper service and not a tenant

I am an unnamed defendant in a UD that default judgment was given due to improperly served, We never got the summons and a 60 day notice was posted without any reason or complaint as to why and due to property that is in an open probate case, owner ship and anthing else having to do with property... View More

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

Under California law, handling the specifics of getting a court to vacate a default judgment based on improper service can be complex. As an unnamed defendant in an unlawful detainer (UD) case, you will need to gather evidence proving that you were never properly served with the summons. This... View More

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