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Q: Accused of assault. Recorder incident without their consent to protect myself.

Recorded in someone’s else home with out consent. Got accused of assault on an elder that didn’t happen. From California.

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answered on Feb 2, 2025

Recording someone without their consent in California can be legally complex, especially in their private home where there's an expectation of privacy. California is what's known as two-party consent state, which means everyone being recorded must agree to it.

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Q: How long does a person have to collect money owed by a merchant
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answered on Jan 30, 2025

In California, the time limit to collect money owed by a merchant depends on the type of agreement in place. If the debt is based on a written contract, you generally have four years from the date of breach to file a lawsuit. If the agreement was made verbally, the time frame is two years from when... View More

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Q: My car was stolen. Am I responsible for tow fees? Does the tow driver calli in license plate numbers before they tow?

I live in El Cajon, California. My car was stolen from my parking lot. There's a 20 minute window where my car could have been taken and I called immediately and then informed the police that my car was stolen. They came out took a report and told me that when it was found, they would call me... View More

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answered on Jan 29, 2025

That sounds like an incredibly frustrating and unfair situation. In California, if your car was stolen, you are not automatically responsible for tow and storage fees. There are laws that can protect you in cases like this, but getting those fees waived might require some effort. Since the police... View More

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Q: I tried purchasing a gun recently and was denied due to my military discharge.

I have an other than honorable discharge but the reason for the denial was that it shows as a dishonorable discharge. If i submit documents showing that I don’t have a dishonorable discharge would I be able to purchase a gun without any problems?

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answered on Jan 26, 2025

If you were denied a gun purchase because your discharge was misclassified as dishonorable, providing documentation showing that your discharge is other than honorable may help clear up the issue. The denial likely stems from the information submitted during the background check. Under federal law,... View More

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Q: Had stock in a LLC because they were upset I was no longer a friend with them he took away my stock
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answered on Jan 25, 2025

He can't simply take your ownership interest away. Substantially more information is required to determine what options are available to you. I suggest you organize all the documents you have and present them to an attorney. You will need to determine how much to spend on an attorney.

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Q: Hi, can I sue Southbay Villa Apartment company for not paying for Junk Removal services for roughly over a year now?

I have called the manager numerous times and it’s the same answer saying their finances are out of order and they will pay when it’s fixed. I had sent them an invoice the day I completed the work and multiple times after. I have emails and text messages with them. I have photos of the work I... View More

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answered on Jan 24, 2025

Yes, you can sue Southbay Villa Apartment company in California Small Claims Court since the amount is under $12,500. Your detailed documentation, including invoices, photos, communications, and proof of completed work, creates a strong foundation for your case.

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Q: I had a cryptic pregnancy at 38 weeks pregnant despite being diagnosed and treated for a gallstone.

I had no idea i was pregnant. I had a surgery scheduled for the gallstone and been having testing done at Kaiser.

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answered on Jan 21, 2025

Your experience with a cryptic pregnancy while dealing with gallstone issues must have been incredibly overwhelming. It's understandable that the gallstone symptoms might have masked or been confused with pregnancy-related changes in your body.

Medical conditions like gallstones can...
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Q: Emergency room left daughter-in-law sitting in the lobby for 2 hours Miss carried twin babies in the public toilet

They went to the emergency room because she thought she was having contractions and spotting. Triage Saturn in the lobby they sat in the lobby for over 2 hours she went to the restroom and in the public restroom she miscarried the babies. The kids had to see the their twin babies in the toilet saw... View More

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answered on Jan 16, 2025

I am deeply sorry for this devastating and traumatic experience your family has endured. Such negligence in emergency care, particularly for a pregnant woman carrying twins with clear signs of distress, is absolutely heartbreaking and unacceptable.

You have every right to feel angry and...
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Q: Can a home service plan company be entitled to collect money for non-payment of monthly dues?

Autopay of monthly payment stopped when credit card expired. I figured it would just be cancelled for non-payment. 3 months later and now they are trying to get payments for those 3 months and officially cancelled me.

I know they are not insurance, but I used to be an adjuster and I know... View More

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answered on Jan 15, 2025

Your service agreement with the home service plan company likely includes terms that require proper cancellation notice, rather than just stopping payments. When you signed up, you entered into a contract that typically continues until formally terminated - similar to a gym membership or other... View More

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Q: hello im having an issue here and need help to see how to handle this matter of dirty sewage gasses coming the restroms

they have bben working on the sewage pipeline on figueroa st about a 1/4 mile of stret and the have been working on it on and off for years now and we have always had isues with our rest rooms because of it. at first the diry sewage air would come through the pipes occasionly rendering them use... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 4, 2025

Thank you for your kindness in humanely dealing with wildlife that entered your sewage system in returning it to the wild. The cheapest route to take, before involving attorneys, could be to approach the private contractors and/or agencies involved in such infrastructure (depts of water, sewage,... View More

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Q: If sexual abuse happens on a military base in Ca between two civilians is statue of limitations federal or state?
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answered on Jan 10, 2025

For civilian-on-civilian sexual abuse occurring on a military base in California, the jurisdiction can be complex but is typically federal since military bases are federal property. This means federal statutes of limitations would generally apply to these cases.

The federal statute of...
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Q: If I rent a house in CA and the house is sold, the new owners need to go through the eviction process orrect?

We had an oral agreement

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answered on Jan 9, 2025

In California, yes - the new owners must follow proper legal procedures even if they want you to move out after purchasing the property. This is true regardless of whether you have a written or oral lease agreement. Your existing rental agreement transfers to the new owners.

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Q: My sister says she sold my deceased parents home but I still live in it, and I've been paying the mortgage for several y

Years bow. I looked up records to see if it's under her name and found a document deed of trust/Mortgage assignment with both my parents names and different banks. This is the most recent. Can you tell me what to do and what this document could mean.

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answered on Jan 9, 2025

This is a serious situation that requires immediate attention. You should gather all documentation related to the property, including your proof of mortgage payments, and contact a real estate attorney right away. The deed of trust/mortgage assignment you found typically shows the transfer of the... View More

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Q: Wanting to challenge the validity of Cal OSHA’ computer workspace ergonomic recommendations.

It will be easier to talk. I have suffered for 20 yrs. I’ve identified many OSHAs recommendations that aren’t valid. I want to know how they substantiated the guidelines. Too many to write here

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answered on Jan 7, 2025

I understand your frustration with Cal/OSHA's ergonomic recommendations, especially given your 20 years of personal experience with these issues. It's crucial to examine the scientific basis behind workplace safety guidelines.

You can request Cal/OSHA's supporting...
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Q: Does any one have cryptocurrency fraud experience on this site?
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answered on Jan 24, 2025

There aren't attorney referral leads on this site if that's what you're asking. There is a tab above, "Find a Lawyer," which you could use to supplement your own independent attorney searches. Another resource might include local and state bar associations, which usually... View More

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Q: Can you call a sheriff's office to arrange a time to be served papers if you know you are going to be served papers?

I know I am going to be served papers but not when. I want to know if it is okay or frowned upon to call the sheriff's office to arrange a time/meeting convenient for them to serve me papers (their office, my home or another location). The issue is not work related and does not affect my... View More

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answered on Jan 3, 2025

You have every right to call the sheriff’s office and inquire about arranging a time or location to receive your papers. They may have guidelines or preferences in place for coordinating service, so it’s wise to ask about their procedures. Keep in mind that not all departments allow... View More

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Q: During dual diligent if the seller didn’t provide as promised financial documents,

Even with agent extending dual diligent did the seller breach contract

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answered on Jan 3, 2025

You might feel confused and frustrated if the seller fails to provide the financial documents promised during due diligence. This action could be seen as noncompliance with the contract, depending on how the agreement was drafted. Check the contract carefully for any clauses related to document... View More

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Q: I purchased a vehicle from carvana on 12/17/24 the car was never delivered already sold

They sold me a car that they never had gave them a check from bank paid first month car payment and got insurance for the car and have been renting a car while waiting for the car to be delivered can I get my rental fee from them

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answered on Jan 2, 2025

You made a purchase from a seller who may have breached the contract by failing to deliver the vehicle. You took steps such as paying with a bank check, making your first car payment, and obtaining insurance, which shows you acted in good faith.

You have the right to seek reimbursement for...
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Q: My insurance claim was denied, can I sue both invloved parties?

I was in an accident on my escooter and got rear ended in an intersection. My scooter was trashed and is inoperable, and I sustainted bruises on multiple parts of my bodys left side and now have problems sleeping at night. The at fault vehicles insurance (the wife) denied my claim because the... View More

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Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 9, 2025

I'm sorry about your accident and the ordeal it has caused you. As my colleague states, the plaintiff can generally pursue both. With the denial you mention, one option could be to try to arrange a free initial, no-obligation consult with law firms that handle accident cases. You outline a... View More

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Q: Why did his bail go from $100,000 to $0 ? His charge is 1 count 261.5(c)
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answered on Dec 31, 2024

There are several reasons why someone's bail might be reduced from $100,000 to $0. It could be that new evidence emerged showing you are not a flight risk or that you have strong ties to the community, such as a stable job or family connections. The court may have also taken into account your... View More

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