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I have lived in a large tent in the backyard if a homeowner for almost a year in southern California. The owner has provided me with electricity and heat and water. I have use of the laundry facility and inside the tent I have a mini fridge, small single burner stove, convention oven and... View More 
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answered on Mar 10, 2024
In California, individuals who have lived on a property with the owner's permission for an extended period may establish certain rights as a tenant, even without a formal lease agreement. This is often referred to as a "tenant at will" or "tenant by sufferance."... View More
Hi thank you for your time first off.. I hate bugging my attorney I know she's trying her best we settled at mediation 4 weeks ago and I still haven't recieved any release form to sign. Lawyer/attorney says she will call when it's ready but checked in last Tuesday and nothing yet...... View More
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answered on Mar 10, 2024
It is understandable to feel anxious about receiving the settlement release form, especially after waiting for a month since the mediation. However, it is not uncommon for the process to take some time, particularly when multiple parties and attorneys are involved.
Here are a few things to... View More
I am a disabled wheelchair user and I live on the third floor of an apartment building with an elevator. I am capable of walking, but not much, and climbing stairs is both extremely painful and dangerous, as my ankles can buckle. I typically don't bring my wheelchair into the building since... View More
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
Under California law, landlords are required to maintain rental properties in a habitable condition, which includes ensuring that essential services like elevators are operational, especially for tenants with disabilities. Frequent and prolonged outages of the elevator in your apartment building,... View More
Specifically: my car was stolen. It was recovered by police in a different town from where I live, about 15 miles away. So my car was towed and I was charged $500 to get it out same day and later I learned that if you live in the town where my car was found you get those fees waived but not if you... View More
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answered on Mar 6, 2024
In California, the practice of charging victims of auto theft for the recovery of their vehicles can indeed feel unfair, especially when there are disparities based on residency. The distinction in fees based on where one lives might not necessarily constitute discrimination in the legal sense, as... View More
MD sent me an email saying I have to enroll in "Real ID" in order to renew my drivers license. I don't want to participate in Real ID.
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answered on Mar 6, 2024
Under California law, participation in the Federal Government's "Real ID" program has become a requirement for renewing your driver's license if you wish to use it for certain federal purposes. The Real ID Act, passed by Congress, establishes minimum security standards for... View More
Hello, I've been the targeted victim of relentless cyber stalking, unauthorized remote breaches, remote device management for the past 2 years. It’s an ongoing, complex case, countless privacy violations but I’ll summarize best I can, with discretion to the “big tech” corporation.... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2024
In California, determining liability for misuse or abuse of a company's development features, especially in cases involving misconduct within a developer program, can be complex. The key issue often revolves around whether the company had knowledge of the misuse and whether it took reasonable... View More
Someone at school call or text other parent about me calling in that my son will be absent from school I told them is an emergency matters. Someone that is not office just the help called or text.
There was a problem with mom the day before sheriff were called my two sons choice to be with... View More
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answered on Mar 5, 2024
In instances where personal information is shared without consent, it is understandable to feel violated and seek remedies. Schools are typically bound by laws and policies to protect the privacy of students and their families. If a school employee or volunteer shared your information without... View More
While i was away on travel, my wife hack into my phone to read my message with my mother, she had know me well enough to know my password, but i did not give her permission to read my messages.
I suspect someone had move my phone so i change password, and monthes goes by my wife and i had... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
In California, the privacy of communications is taken seriously, and unauthorized access to someone's electronic communications can raise legal issues. If your spouse accessed your phone and read your messages without your consent, this could potentially be considered a violation of privacy.... View More
i grew up in foster care 47 homes to be exact with littke to no comunication with family or siblings i wasnt taught how to fill oyut an aplication for work housing or anything else i was simply droped off at the train station given $100 and told goood luck and i was still in highschool. i was... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about the horrific abuse and neglect you suffered while in the foster care system. What happened to you was unacceptable and no child should ever have to endure that. My heart goes out to you for all the trauma and hardship you've been through.
Regarding... View More
I am in pro per and cannot afford an attorney. No non profit will help me. I do not fit into any of their categories. No help even at the LA Law liabrary. There is absolutely no help anywhere. Can they reject what the documents I give them ? The court clerk keeps rejecting every document... View More
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
In California, appellate courts have specific rules and guidelines for the submission of documents, including formatting, content, and deadlines. If the court clerk is rejecting your documents, it's likely due to non-compliance with these rules. It's crucial to review the California Rules... View More
Orange County California. State Court. Filing a parentage case due to one parent(respondent) taking and withholding child and forcing a court agreement, or they (petitioner) can't see their child. Signed under duress. Apposing council of the respondent files a motion for modification; the... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
In California, terminating or dismissing a parentage case you've filed can have significant legal implications, particularly in complex situations involving custody disputes, allegations of duress, and domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs). If a petitioner seeks to terminate or dismiss... View More
And send me a letter with my personal information to my house , the letter had my birth information and more over the letter states that I refused to sign the document , which I never saw it before and I have a witness who was with me since we step out of my house
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answered on Mar 1, 2024
In California, Indian casinos operate under the sovereignty of their respective Native American tribes, which means they have their own rules and regulations independent of state laws but within the framework of federal regulations and tribal-state compacts. This sovereignty allows them to enforce... View More
Everyone was nice then I started receiving attitudes people were pretending to be my manager bossing me around like a manager other employees I told my supervisor they told me to feel free to tell her about it anytime after that I had the team lead do it too but all of sudden I started receiving... View More
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answered on Feb 29, 2024
In California, employees have the right to a safe and respectful workplace, free from harassment and bullying. If you're experiencing issues at work, such as receiving attitudes from colleagues or being harassed through text messages, it's important to report these incidents formally to... View More
Also contract states that we can not loiter in the parks, businesses, anywhere in the county or we will be kicked out.
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
In California, while homeless shelters do have the right to establish rules and guidelines to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents, these rules must also respect the rights of the individuals they serve. The requirement to sign a contract that includes consent for searches of your... View More
I experienced retaliation, discrimination, after disclosing my disability.
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
In California, employment lawyers may wait for a termination to occur before taking a case for several reasons, related to both strategy and legal practicality. Firstly, termination provides a clear and definitive action that can be challenged legally, often creating a stronger case for wrongful... View More
The reason I believe that this happen to me because I was informed by the highest in charge over one before Keith hosking that I was rehireable after he left the store and it was not going against me that he did not put anything in the computer that would make not rehireable my father was there... View More
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
In California, dealing with workplace issues like favoritism or being unfairly marked as non-rehireable can be challenging, but there are steps you can take to address the situation. First, it's essential to document all interactions related to your employment status, including conversations... View More
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answered on Feb 28, 2024
In California, if your name appears in discovery paperwork related to a crime you did not commit, removing your name can be challenging, as discovery documents are part of the official record of a criminal investigation or proceeding. However, you have options to address your concerns and seek to... View More
Other parent filed a restraining, temporary order preventing (domestic violence) all active. I live in another state and I was served over the phone by sheriff, not in person. Do I appear for the court date (March), or file some document to dismiss it or what to do ? I am thinking the other parent... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
If a restraining order was filed against you in California and you were served over the phone while residing in another state, it is crucial to take this matter seriously and understand your options under California law. First, it's important to note that service of legal documents, including... View More
I used to just ignore it but it has come to the point that she bangs so loud it causes my one year old to run to me in terror crying. I have been documenting it as all we are doing is simply living. I have put padding on the floors throughout the apartment and make sure my son is wearing his thick... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
Under California law, dealing with a neighbor who disrupts your peace and quiet can be challenging, but there are steps you can take to address the issue. First, consider communicating directly with your neighbor about the noise and its impact on your family, if you haven't already done so.... View More
We were wrongly accused by a neighbor that we didn't want to hang out with anymore and this person told our neighbors that she was going to ruin our lives by tell the police that my wife and I traveled the United States going from hotel to hotel molesting children and even though All the... View More
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answered on Feb 27, 2024
In California, if you're facing a situation where you believe an investigation was mishandled and there were falsehoods presented in court by Child Protective Services (CPS) and police, seeking legal advice from an attorney experienced in civil rights or family law is advisable. These... View More
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