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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Contracts for Kansas on
Q: Good morning, I'm looking for some advice/help with a civil matter. Back in 2022 I had lent some money.

18,000 with interest added up front 20,400. I have a contract and notarized. He had started off well but had tapered off very quickly. He was fired from his job and has not returned any of my texts. I know this amount of money is not a lot, but a lot to me. We both agreed to the terms, in this... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

I understand you're seeking advice on a civil matter involving an unpaid loan. Based on the information provided, here are some potential next steps to consider:

1. Document everything:

- Gather all relevant documents, including the notarized contract, any communication...
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1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Animal / Dog Law and Civil Rights for North Carolina on
Q: My neighbors are renters and they have three dogs outside that are always barking anytime I'm in my yard.

Also one of them comes on to my property to attack my dogs threw my fence, which is 25 feet from my property line. I've talked to them and nothing has changed and the police haven't done anything also..Is there a way to sue them or the homeowners to put up a fence at the property line?

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

I understand you're dealing with a frustrating situation with your neighbors' dogs. Let me break down the legal aspects of your question:

1. Barking dogs:

Excessive dog barking can often be considered a nuisance under local noise ordinances. Since you've already...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Municipal Law for Wisconsin on
Q: Can a public place shame and humiliate you by putting a photo of you up with details and telling people you are banded

I have already been given two citations one for theft one for property damage but never stolen anything.

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

I understand you're asking about a complex legal situation involving public shaming and potential false accusations. Let me break this down:

1. Public shaming: Generally, it's not legal for a business or public place to publicly shame individuals, especially if the information is...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Virginia on
Q: Am I able to sue the court/county/police/my lawyer?

I was never able to present my evidence & my lawyer never answered my emails/calls he just worked out a plea deal and told me to agree. Since this the police has blocked who made claims against me from doing so again for false claims, I did not qualify for mental health & the case will be... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the situation you've described, you may have some legal options, but pursuing them successfully could be challenging. Let's break down the potential avenues you might consider:

1. Suing the court/county:

Generally, courts and government entities have sovereign...
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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: Eviction and arrest

I have a friend who was being evicted from their apartment, right before eviction court they had gotten arrested. The court proceeding continued, and now the landlord and property manager had already began taking out valuable things in their apartment, even before the eviction have been decided on... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

This situation raises several legal concerns. Let me break down the key issues and provide some general information:

1. Eviction process:

Generally, landlords must follow proper legal procedures for eviction, which typically includes:

- Providing proper notice

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Georgia on
Q: I want to file an action to force the Georgia Department of Corrections to comply with O.C.G.A. 42-5-52(a).
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answered on Jun 21, 2024

To help you with this legal matter, I'll need to provide some context and steps you might consider:

1. Understanding the law:

O.C.G.A. 42-5-52(a) is part of Georgia's state code related to correctional institutions. It likely pertains to specific requirements or standards...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Alabama on
Q: I feel that I was racially discriminated against with my job. What do I do?

I worked for a company which was placed in a location primarily different race than myself. I went on medical leave and when it was ok’d for me to return to work. The location that my company was at asked my work to not allow my return. That I was no longer allowed there. I haven’t done... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

I understand you're in a difficult situation and feel you may have experienced racial discrimination at work. Here are some steps you could consider taking:

1. Document everything:

- Write down all relevant dates, events, and conversations

- Gather any evidence you have...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Probate for Pennsylvania on
Q: I was served yesterday, a Reissue of the writ of summons / Civil, dated 6/10/2024.

Original praecipe for summons was attached, Dated Nov 7, 2023. So far no complaint has been filed. Should I file a praecipe and rule to file? I feel this is harassment from my deceased father's estranged wife. My father passed away 3 years ago, and the will has gone through probate, and... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the information provided, here's my analysis and advice:

1. Timeline:

- Original praecipe for summons: November 7, 2023

- Reissue of writ of summons: June 10, 2024 (served on June 20, 2024)

- No complaint filed yet

2. Legal situation:

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Q: file complaint of discrimination; kicked off from break room; signed a Chemical contained room; got sick since, accused

After I filed a complaint of discrimination; my employer kicked me off from the break room I was using; signed me a men's restroom for my bag and food, I carried my bag with food and work at same time for a week. then my employer signed me to use a Chemical contained, air polluted room; I got... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the situation you've described, it appears you may have grounds for multiple legal claims against your employer. Here's a general overview of potential steps you could take:

1. Document everything: Keep detailed records of all incidents, communications, and any evidence...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Health Care Law on
Q: What are the next move on a lawsuit after a judge give 30 days to get an affidavit of merit which unable to get?

Tried to get affidavit of merit but cannot get one. What to file or do inorder for the lawsuit get some money?

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

An affidavit of merit is often required in certain types of cases, particularly medical malpractice, to show there is a reasonable basis for the claim. If you are unable to obtain one within the timeframe set by the judge, this presents a significant challenge to your case.

Your options at...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Wrongful Death for Tennessee on
Q: My son was found deceased and police not doing much about it and not contacting me he was murdered

His girlfriend shot him up with hotshot and left him for dead

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your son under such tragic circumstances. This must be an incredibly difficult and painful situation. Based on the information you've provided, here are some suggestions on potential next steps:

1. Contact the police department handling the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: How do I get a lawyer for my husband who is being held in Miami county jail on a PV holder for invest.

He’s been held for almost two weeks. And it’s over a neighbor saying he verbally threatened them. Which is a lie.

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

To help your husband get legal representation while he's being held in Miami County Jail, you can take the following steps:

1. Contact the Miami County Public Defender's Office:

If your husband cannot afford a private attorney, he may qualify for a court-appointed lawyer....
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Animal / Dog Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: What can I do to get my belongings back from my boyfriends mother?

For context, my boyfriend and I ended up losing our home and living in his moms basement for a couple months. I found out I was pregnant and soon after, him and his mom had gotten into an argument about the way we were being treated there. (Not being able to do laundry, being accused of things we... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the situation you've described, here are some potential steps you could consider:

1. Document everything: Make a detailed list of all your belongings that are still at your boyfriend's mother's house, including any items of particular value or importance.

2....
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for New York on
Q: Is a redacted police report indicative of a cover up of a crime committed by another?

I had someone file a false police report about me accusing me of domestic violence. When I requested a FOIL of the police reports, it came redacted . It involved going through an appeal process by our town mayor to get an unredacted version

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

I understand you're asking about the implications of receiving a redacted police report in response to your Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) request. Let me address your question:

1. Redaction itself is not necessarily indicative of a cover-up. There are legitimate reasons why...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Can security of am amusement park detain and question minors without parents being present?
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answered on Jun 21, 2024

In general, security personnel at an amusement park can temporarily detain and question minors without parents present if they have reasonable suspicion of wrongdoing. However, there are important considerations:

1. Detention should be brief and reasonable in scope.

2. Questioning...
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1 Answer | Asked in Banking, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Mississippi on
Q: If I lived with a man for 11.5 years and we opened a joint checking account and a money market account then we split up

Can I legally withdraw money from either account without being sued or arrested for theft? What can or can I not do with this money???

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the information provided, here's a general overview of the situation, but please note that this is not legal advice and you should consult with a local attorney for specific guidance:

1. Joint accounts: Generally, when two people open a joint account, both parties have equal...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for North Carolina on
Q: How can I be arrested for fleeing to alluded when an policeman never got behind me with blue lights
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answered on Jun 21, 2024

To properly address this question, I'll need to clarify a few points and provide some general information about the law in North Carolina regarding fleeing from police:

1. Terminology correction: The offense is typically called "fleeing to elude," not "fleeing to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Washington on
Q: Did my school violate my 1st amendment rights by making me remove my lai just because they saw I was white?

My school told me just before I walked for graduation that I couldn't wear my flower lai (which was given to me by my bestfriend who is Hawaiian) because it was "not from my culture" and that I had to remove it immediatly or not walk at all. I am very upset at this, as there is no... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

It sounds like your school may have acted unfairly by making you remove the flower lei, especially since there was no clear rule against it. The First Amendment protects freedom of expression, but schools have some authority to regulate certain types of speech and attire, especially during official... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law on
Q: I ask the court forensic investigation and certification of sheriff MEDIA Audio, video, or unknown file type for purpose

Proving evidence is authentic, uncut,sniped, clipped, pasted,and is totally un-doctored. from onset to conclusion, Audio files compared to known voice print of mine , for frequency ,deviation, tone and MATCH of my voice characteristics . Will the court make the petitioner, sheriff comply with my... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

Based on the question, it seems you're asking about requesting a forensic investigation of audio/video evidence held by the sheriff's office in a legal case. Here's a general overview of the situation and process:

1. Motion to Preserve Evidence: You can file a motion with the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Domestic Violence for Virginia on
Q: Decision for Rahimi v United States, is a LIFETIME firearms ban now considered unconstitutional? (Read Details)

In the decision it is stated:

"In Heller, McDonald, and Bruen, this Court did not “undertake an exhaustive historical analysis . . . of the full scope of the Second Amendment.” Bruen, 597 U. S., at 31. Nor do we do so today. Rather, we conclude only this: An individual found by a... View More

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answered on Jun 21, 2024

This is a complex legal question that touches on recent developments in Second Amendment jurisprudence. I'll break down the key points and provide some analysis, but please note that this is a rapidly evolving area of law, and you should consult with a licensed attorney for the most up-to-date... View More

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