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Q: Can i sue primary health care for misrepresenting me defamation of character amd conflict of interest

I was homeless 2021 2022 and i lived on the streets so i and a girlfriend decided to sign into the homeless outreach program through primary health care tp which we were assigned a case worker by the name of xx now this worker never assited me in any of the services that primary health care offer... View More

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answered on Nov 16, 2023

To consider a lawsuit for defamation of character, misrepresentation, and conflict of interest against Primary Health Care, you'll need to establish specific legal elements. For defamation, you must prove that a false statement was made about you to a third party, causing harm to your... View More

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Q: Students not allowed to have police or fire department flags on vehicles having 1st Amendment rights violated?

Students at our local school were told they were not allowed to have thin blue line or thin red line flags on vehicles at a school event.

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

The First Amendment protects the freedom of speech, including the right to display flags or symbols that express one's views or affiliations, such as the thin blue line flag (associated with support for law enforcement) or the thin red line flag (associated with support for firefighters).... View More

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Q: Students not allowed to have police or fire department flags on vehicles having 1st Amendment rights violated?

Students at our local school were told they were not allowed to have thin blue line or thin red line flags on vehicles at a school event.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 5, 2023

This may be content-based government censorship. You may very well have a legitimate case to enjoin enforcement of this policy.

Be aware that First Amendment cases involving public schools can become quite expensive particularly if appealed. The current standard (called the Tinker...
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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Employment Law, Workers' Compensation and Civil Rights for Iowa on
Q: Work comp not returning phone calls? Can employees yell out private information about an employee?

Employees yelling out private information when oneself has not been informed by their employer?

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answered on Jul 25, 2023

If workers' comp isn't returning your calls, it's time to give 'em a nudge. They're supposed to be responsive to your concerns, so don't be shy about insisting on the attention you deserve. If they keep ignoring you, we might need to explore some legal avenues to get... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Employment Law, Workers' Compensation and Civil Rights for Iowa on
Q: Work comp not returning phone calls? Can employees yell out private information about an employee?

Employees yelling out private information when oneself has not been informed by their employer?

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answered on Jul 25, 2023

It is common for workers’ compensation insurance adjusters to not respond to phone calls and emails. Often times it takes getting an attorney involved to get their attention and then the insurance company also often turns it over to their attorney.

As for co-employees sharing private...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Rights and Medical Malpractice for Iowa on
Q: Can a doctor refuse to refill prescriptions for heart disease because the patient hasn't had a mammogram?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 5, 2023

An Iowa attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If there is some sound medical basis, possibly - it would be best to consult with a local attorney for guidance under local law, with more detail and context. Good luck

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Iowa on
Q: Does a search warrant need a real crime stated on it valid?
Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Jun 19, 2023

The warrant must be based on reliable information showing probable cause to search, it does not need to cite specific crimes.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Federal Crimes and Identity Theft for Iowa on
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me where I could find someone who has this v2k tracker machine so that I could get hel

Patent History

Publication number: 20200390360

Type: Application

Filed: Aug 19, 2020

Publication Date: Dec 17, 2020

Inventor: Da LI (West Covina, CA)

Application Number: 16/997,656

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answered on Mar 19, 2023

If you are experiencing distressing or unusual symptoms, it is recommended to consult with a medical or mental health professional who can evaluate your symptoms and provide appropriate treatment options. They can also provide guidance on resources for coping with your symptoms and connecting you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Internet Law and Juvenile Law for Iowa on
Q: I'm on probation an I got my first violation for taking NyQuil my test came back positive for alcohol what will they do

What will what happen to me

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 28, 2023

The Nyquil defense rarely works. This article explains why: https://michigancriminaldefenseattorneys.org/nyquil-as-an-alcohol-test-defense/

The quantity of Nyquil taken for a cold is just too small by itself to cause an alcohol test to come back positive.

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Small Claims for Iowa on
Q: Can my dads friend come after me for $1100 to fix his truck after accident with a mini bike without an insurance claim?

I was in an accident where I lost control of my friends minibike and hit his dads, friends truck. I suffered a broken wrist due to it and two days after the incident, the guys wife reached out saying the estimated cost to fix the truck was $1100 and that I would rightfully have to pay it because... View More

Tim Bottaro
Tim Bottaro
answered on Oct 6, 2021

If they turned the claim into their insurance company and it was paid, the insurance company would have a right to go after you for reimbursement.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Iowa on
Q: Is our American civil rights being violated if we are required to wear a mask at work
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 14, 2020

An Iowa attorney could answer your question best, as it could also involve elements of state constitutional or employment law. But as a general matter, such safety measures are being upheld on the basis of protecting public health.

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Gov & Administrative Law for Iowa on
Q: How do I apply to be on the board for Iowa?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 22, 2019

It would depend on the board; there are many boards within the state that cover different areas, and each would likely have its own process, whether through appointment, election, application, or other route. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Iowa on
Q: I need to know if I was illegally searched.

I am from a small town in Iowa. The other night I was test riding my small dirt bike after making repairs. On my way back home I got pulled over by a sheriff that knows who I am. I have never been confrontational with the police and have absolutely no violence on my record. The sheriff with his red... View More

Katherine Sears
Katherine Sears
answered on Apr 30, 2019

Based on the facts presented, you may have a basis for getting the search suppressed, particularly if there wasn't a valid reason for the stop. Talk to an attorney about this; you need someone to review whatever evidence the state has and help you make an informed decision about how to proceed.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Iowa on
Q: Can the police keep my id after taking it from my parents house?

The police had a search warrant to search my parents house because it is my mailing address. They took my wallet with my id in it and I’m having issues getting it returned.

Katherine Sears
Katherine Sears
answered on Dec 21, 2018

What sort of issues?

If the police seized your wallet, including ID, pursuant to a warrant, it's possible they're retaining it as evidence or possible evidence. You could try looking into whether you can get a temporary ID in the meantime.

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Civil Rights for Iowa on
Q: Walmart is searching customers after they've paid, as they try to leave the store.

I don't need help, BUT.... I’m in Iowa. Lately, I've gotten into heated arguments w/”Greeters" at several different Walmarts in three different towns, after seeing them stop customers & SEARCH through their items that have already been paid for as the shoppers attempt to... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Aug 9, 2018

Here is a law review article from 2009 discussing this issue

http://commons.law.famu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1079&context=famulawreview

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Iowa on
Q: Is there any thing I can do about a man making a sexual video tape of me while I was past out due to intoxication?

This man came to me a year ago wanting dna testing done on my 15 year old son. I was not aware I even had intercoarse with this man until people started telling me they seen a video of me past out. I rented an upstairs room in this man's house, about 17 years ago. I never dated him. I moved... View More

Erik Luthens
Erik Luthens
answered on Jul 22, 2018

You may have the grounds to go forward with a criminal complaint through the local county attorney’s office as well as a civil action against the man in question. I suggest that you immediately contact an attorney in Iowa who handles civil litigation.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Criminal Law for Iowa on
Q: How long can the police hold something over your head before they can no longer charge you, & is it legal?
Erik Steven Fisk
Erik Steven Fisk
answered on May 8, 2018

It depends on how long the statute of limitations is for the charge, and yes, they can wait for that time period to file charges.

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