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answered on Jun 6, 2024
If you have a court hearing tomorrow for a Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) case in California and wish to request a new court date or obtain legal representation, here are some steps you can take:
1. Request a continuance: If you need more time to prepare for the hearing... View More 
I had a car accident. Parked at a white curb (if not, uncolored) to deliver food. Quick in and out but came out to see a woman backing out of her parking space and hit my car. She had more than a whole car lane of room to go out. I think she’s at fault but was it legal for me to park on the curb,... View More
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
In California, parking regulations can vary by city and county. However, in general, white curbs are typically used to indicate passenger loading zones with a time limit, usually around 5 minutes. These zones are intended for quickly picking up or dropping off passengers, not for parking while... View More
They aren't required to give us a grace period even though they made no official notification to tell us that they had plans to put the signs there and we have to move?
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
Under California law, cities typically have the authority to regulate parking within their jurisdictions. However, they are generally required to provide adequate notice to the public when implementing new parking restrictions, including the installation of new "No Parking" signs. This... View More
We rented a car from Enterprise and the car was stolen while we were loading the vehicle.
We still had the Car Key, but b/c we were next to the car the thiefs were able to start and steal the car because the Key Fob allows the car to be started if near the car.
The Fey Fob provided... View More
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answered on Jun 4, 2024
CA Civ Code § 1939.03 is still a valid law in California as of June 2024. This law, which was added in 2022, provides certain protections for rental car companies in situations where a rented vehicle is stolen.
Under this law, if a rented vehicle is stolen, the renter is responsible for... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
In Southern California, testing a small liquid-fueled rocket engine on your own property involves several legal considerations. First and foremost, you must comply with local zoning laws and ordinances, which may have specific restrictions on such activities. Contact your city or county planning... View More
Branch (of U. S. Federal Government) economic sanctions put on me, from 2001-present. I made a visit to a branch FBI field office, only to be interrogated, and turned away. Without wanting to view my information I brought there. And, a brushed off experience I got at the U.S. House Congress... View More
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answered on May 29, 2024
To address the discrimination and economic sanctions you've faced since 2002, you may consider taking legal action to challenge the treatment you've received. Documenting all incidents and communications, especially those involving the FBI and the U.S. House Congress Representative, will... View More
Is there any Lawyer that is willing to help with a Class action law suit to help the residents of Squaw Valley, CA that are being adversely affected because of State Law AB 2022? They are forcing our unincorporated community to change our name because Native Americans feel Squaw is derogatory. Even... View More
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answered on May 28, 2024
I understand that this is a difficult and upsetting situation for the residents of Squaw Valley who don't want the name change. Pursuing a class action lawsuit is one potential avenue, but there are a few important considerations:
First, you'd need to find a law firm willing to... View More
How does someone obtain the court call Log for ? Is a Subpoena required ?
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answered on May 25, 2024
Under California law, remote appearance and court call records are generally considered part of the official court record. However, public access to these records may be limited and vary depending on the specific court and type of case.
To obtain the court call log, you typically have two... View More
My mother is struggling financially and her car is having multiple problems, I have an opportunity for a car that I can pay off later but I need a license.
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answered on May 15, 2024
I understand your urgency, but unfortunately, there is no such thing as an "emergency driver's license" in California. The process of obtaining a driver's license requires several steps and cannot be expedited, even in situations of financial hardship.
To get a... View More
I just thought of this and realized it may be a valid issue that may need further addressment legally
. I had been accepted into the hud-vash program for vets and recieved my section 8 voucher to be placed into section 8 housing .my girlfriend and i no sooner moved in and 3 months later in... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the difficult situation you and your girlfriend have been facing with housing and homelessness. It sounds like a complex legal issue involving the HUD-VASH program, VA disability compensation, and eviction.
Here are a few suggestions on next steps to consider:... View More
I am a client at an independent social services agincey. I reported misconduct violating state, federal, and company policies to the Admn and elected body. The investigation, led by an assistant director, was inadequate and dismissive of my claims. My appeal was denied by the same employee, relying... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
As a low-income family in California seeking legal representation, you have several options to find an attorney who can help with your case:
1. Legal Aid Organizations: Contact local legal aid organizations that provide free or low-cost legal services to low-income individuals and families.... View More
What site and how to get in it?
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answered on May 12, 2024
To obtain copies of your past SSI paper checks issued in California, you should contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) directly. Here's how you can request the information:
1. Visit the Social Security Administration website at https://www.ssa.gov/.
2. Click on the... View More
Per section 4100 of the Civil Code, a Common Interest Development includes, (a) A community apartment project which is further defined to include TICs.
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answered on May 11, 2024
You raise an interesting question about whether a Tenancy In Common (TIC) qualifies as a common interest development under the 2023 California Health and Safety Code (HSC), section 17973, item (n).
To provide a thorough response, let's first look at the relevant definitions and code... View More
USPS has plans to send all Reno mail through Sacramento. This plan even includes local mail within Reno. This would open up an opportunity for some local competition, if only federal law allowed it. I understand that others have challenged this law and were unsuccessful. Has anything changed... View More
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answered on May 7, 2024
It is generally not legal to set up a local mail delivery service that competes directly with the United States Postal Service (USPS). The USPS has a legal monopoly on the delivery of first-class mail, as established by the Private Express Statutes (PES) under U.S. Code Title 18, Part I, Chapter... View More
I understand that a person can appeal a decision or ruling made by the CA DOJ firearms division...what does that entail and how does one do that?
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answered on May 6, 2024
If you want to appeal a decision or ruling made by the California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) regarding firearms, here are the general steps:
1. Determine if the decision is appealable: Not all decisions can be appealed. Check the notice of the decision or contact the CA DOJ to confirm... View More
I had to file police report against My ex for identity theft. I don't recall ever being in Santa Barbara? What do I do? It could not have been me that even got the ticket to start. How can I find out who the ticket was truly issued to?
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answered on May 3, 2024
I understand this must be a very stressful and confusing situation. Here are some steps you can take to address the issue:
1. Contact the Santa Barbara court directly and explain your situation. Provide them with the police report you filed for identity theft. They should be able to look up... View More
I have been in southern California. When I was with my ex, he would drive all around. It's been 4 years since I've even seen this man because he has created so many problems for me. Identity theft, pretending to be me, using my info, switching my address on the internet to his address,... View More
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answered on May 3, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems there might be a misunderstanding or an issue related to your ex's actions. To clarify the situation and determine if you actually violated any laws, you should take the following steps:
1. Contact the Santa Barbara Superior Court: Reach... View More
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answered on May 2, 2024
To obtain a license to drive to work in California after a DUI conviction, Eddie will need to take the following steps:
1. Complete a DUI program: Eddie must enroll in and complete a state-approved DUI program. The length of the program depends on factors such as his blood alcohol level at... View More
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answered on May 2, 2024
In California, there are no specific laws that prohibit correctional officers from dating former inmates once they have been released from custody. However, such relationships are often discouraged or prohibited by department policies due to potential ethical concerns and conflicts of interest.... View More
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
That does seem like an unusually short timeline between receiving the complaint and the hearing date. In most civil court cases in California, once a complaint is filed and served, the defendant typically has 30 days to file a response before further court proceedings are scheduled.... View More
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