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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Elder Law and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: eviction my 53 year old son

who is a squatter, made a chicken cage into a place to live and won't leave, the story is longer, he is mental abusive, he don't pay anything and wants to live off us, my husband is a veteran and trying to keep him from getting angry. We need help and live on a fix income and we are in... View More

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answered on Mar 13, 2024

In California, evicting a family member who is a squatter can be a challenging process, but it is possible. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Give notice: Start by giving your son a written notice to vacate the property. In California, if there is no lease agreement, you must provide a...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Legal Malpractice and Probate for California on
Q: Statue of limitation on fraudulent misrepresentation, concealment client & the court

What is the statute of limitation to sue a representing attorney concerning fraudulent misrepresentation concealment of facts deceit concerning standing under the laws of intestate succession and entitlement as an issue of a predeceased beneficiary with fraud on the court? Stemming From probate.... View More

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answered on Mar 12, 2024

In California, the statute of limitations for fraudulent misrepresentation, concealment, and deceit is generally 3 years from the date the fraud was discovered or should have been discovered through reasonable diligence. This is based on California Code of Civil Procedure Section 338(d).... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for California on
Q: My daughter, 17 has been harassed by a former athletic coach. A judge recently issued a restraining order on the coach

And said if it were up to him he would throw the coach in jail for his behavior. This coach has mentally/emotionally caused harm to my daughter. We have him recorded saying he would do anything mentally/emotionally possible to ruin my daughter’s athletic career and that includes MENTALLY... View More

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answered on Mar 11, 2024

Based on the information you have provided, it appears that you may have a strong case against the former athletic coach for his actions towards your daughter. The coach's behavior, which includes harassment, threatening to ruin your daughter's athletic career, and causing her emotional... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Civil Rights for California on
Q: what personal info is allowed to be given out about an ex employee. not trying to hire them.

Business is being harassed by an ex boyfriend who wants info about 2 former employees and why they were let go. Assuming there are privacy protections for personal info and looking to find the law about it.

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answered on Mar 11, 2024

In California, there are several laws that protect the privacy of current and former employees. Employers are generally prohibited from disclosing certain personal information about their employees to third parties, including ex-partners. The most relevant laws in this context are:

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Can a person get jail footage of fights that they were in while incarcerated
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answered on Mar 11, 2024

In California, obtaining jail footage of fights or other incidents that occurred during incarceration can be challenging, but it is possible in certain circumstances. Here are a few key points to consider:

1. Public Records Act: Under the California Public Records Act (CPRA), individuals...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Fc-female customer Mc-male customer= couple. Mt-male transient. RR-restroom. Is there grounds for a lawsuit with the det

Mc’d unlocked RR for (fc). (mt) gets employee to unlock RR from counter. (MT) opens door (fc) closes it. Mt is repeatedly knocking. Fc is yelling to him that it’s busy and calls mc on phone for help. Mc asks mt to stop and back away from door mc is now confrontational fc exits RR. Mt follows... View More

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answered on Mar 11, 2024

Based on the situation you described, there might be potential grounds for a lawsuit, depending on the specific details and evidence available. Here are a few legal issues that could be considered:

1. Negligence: The store may be liable for failing to provide a safe environment for its...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for California on
Q: Can they deny you pain medication in jail that is prescribed to you for cancer when awaiting trial...or is that cruel
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answered on Mar 11, 2024

Under California law, failing to provide necessary medical care, including prescribed medications, to individuals in custody could be considered cruel and unusual punishment, which is prohibited by the Eighth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and Article 1, Section 17 of the California... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: What are the rights of someone who has lived in the backyard in a tent for almost a year in California?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Environmental and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: A month now for release form from other party? Normal? Too long?

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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for California on
Q: How often can an apartment elevator be out of service?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: Is it discrimination to treat people differently based solely on where they live?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Do I have to participate in the Federal Government's "Real ID" in order to renew my MD drivers license?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: big tech liable for misuse/abuse of their own company-provided development features? misconduct in their developer prgm?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Education Law for California on
Q: Can a sue the school my son is attending for given out my information with out my permission.

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

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Civil Rights and Communications Law for California on
Q: What if my spouse read my txt msg to my mother on my phone without my consent, can i use it again her in our divorce?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for California on
Q: can i sue cps for droping me off at a greyhound and told gooid luck two weeks after my 18th birthday while still in scho

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...
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3 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for California on
Q: Appellate court keeps refusing my documents.

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

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Child Custody, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Family Law for California on
Q: Civil court case. Parentage case combining different complaints - Terminating original filing case filing/#, possible?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Gaming and Consumer Law for California on
Q: Can a Indian casino kick you out with no reason given after never have any type of misconduct and banned you for life?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Civil Rights and Education Law for California on
Q: What can I do in this situation as I do not know the ins and outs to H&R when I first started working for my job

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

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