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I live in a gated apartment complex in Austin, TX. When I moved in access to the gate was controlled by NFC cards given to each resident. Since then they have 'upgraded' all resident front door locks to smart locks, and has switched to using Chirp app for gate access. I have asked and... View More 
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Apartment complexes can implement specific methods for gate access, but they must ensure that all residents have reasonable means to enter the property. If the app-based system is unreliable and causing issues for multiple residents, the management should address these concerns and provide an... View More
My boyfriend has been incarcerated since February 23rd. On Friday all of a sudden he was no longer booked on the 23rd at 11:23pm. Now the public records say he was booked at 1:28am on the 24th. The judge in the case gave the DA till Friday to file a motion. Is it legal for the DA to alter time and... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Altering public records, such as the booking time and date, after the fact is generally illegal and raises serious legal and ethical concerns. Public records are meant to be accurate reflections of events, and tampering with them can undermine the integrity of the legal process. This kind of action... View More
Myself & family have been targeted by an organized crime ring by our county. The retaliation has been ongoing for over 200 days and haven't been able to leave my home. I was told "These officials have money to make people like you disappear" These officials include the sheriff, 1... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
It's deeply troubling to hear about the harassment and threats you and your family are facing. In situations like this, gathering and organizing all your evidence, including videos, documents, and witness statements, is crucial. Make sure everything is documented clearly and stored securely.... View More
Is it legal to make me stay unpaid?
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
It's not legal for your employer to require you to stay at work without paying you. If you're being told to clock out but are still required to stay and perform work-related tasks, this is considered "off-the-clock" work, which is illegal under the Fair Labor Standards Act... View More
Someone was accused of "stealing" at the company that they worked for, when in reality, they did not know that what they were doing was considered stealing. They were exchanging items, by returning one previously bought item and obtaining another item. They got caught and received a... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
If you pay the agreed amount on a promissory note within the given time, it typically means you have fulfilled your obligation. Once the payment is made, the matter should be resolved from a financial standpoint. Make sure to get a receipt or confirmation that the payment was received to avoid any... View More
Amount, can I get bonds reduced back down
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
If the grand jury indictment was dismissed but you are still in jail, you may have grounds to request a bond reduction. Since the bondsman withdrew before the charge was dismissed and the judge raised your bond, you should discuss your situation with your attorney. They can file a motion to have... View More
Kahit wala silang sapat na na evidensya na may ginawa akong labag sa rules nag tina trabahoan ko?
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
If the police do not have a warrant for your arrest, they generally cannot take you into custody without specific circumstances that justify it. Typically, an arrest without a warrant can only occur if you are caught in the act of committing a crime, if there is probable cause to believe you have... View More
When trying to read and understand the agreement I was asked to sign the caseworker would demand that I sign, interrupt me while reading and state that it's not that hard
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Yes, it may be a violation of your rights if a DSS caseworker is pressuring you to sign paperwork without giving you adequate time to read and understand it. You have the right to fully understand any document before you sign it, especially if it affects your legal or personal interests. Pressuring... View More
A pocket knife was seized from my car without a warrant because I was considered a danger to myself. It was never returned to me. Am I legally entitled to get it back?
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
If a pocket knife was seized from your car without a warrant because you were considered a danger to yourself, you may have legal grounds to request its return. Typically, law enforcement can seize items without a warrant if they believe it is necessary for immediate safety concerns. However, once... View More
I have been accepted into four different apartment but denied movement by the housing specialist on moving forward with moving in.
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
You might have grounds to file a lawsuit against the shelter if they have denied you assistance in moving into an apartment despite being accepted into four different places. It is important to gather all relevant documentation, including your acceptance letters from the apartments and any... View More
7-year-old, first grader, in Georgetown County Public School District, Having an evaluation and diagnosis for a disability, We believe was a victim of discrimination and gross negligence, committed by both the public school itself, and the local County School District. Throughout the evaluation... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
You may have grounds to sue the Georgetown County Public School District for expelling your 7-year-old without due process. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), your child is entitled to specific protections and procedures,... View More
He has my boys, and they aren't going to school, and he is ignoring the law.How can they serve papers to get my.kids back I have a temporary custody order, and he doesn't work
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. If your husband is avoiding service of the DVPO and temporary custody order, you have a few options to ensure he is served and you can regain custody of your children.
First, contact the local sheriff's department or law enforcement agency... View More
I have pelvic floor dysfunction & a neurogenic bladder, both federally protected disabilities, which affect my ability to provide “on-demand” urine samples at my methadone clinic. For 5 years, they have refused to offer alternative testing methods. As a result, I’ve been forced to strain... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
It sounds like you are facing a difficult and unfair situation at your methadone clinic. Given your federally protected disabilities, the clinic is required to provide reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This includes offering alternative testing methods that... View More
i was on a camgirling website as a guest and to my surprise the videos were posted long ago, i want to know if i can have help to remove them all
answered on Jun 3, 2024
To address this issue, you'll need to take the following steps:
Contact the website and send a formal request to the website's administration, demanding the immediate removal of the videos. This request should include:
-Identification of the specific videos in question.... View More
i was on a camgirling website as a guest and to my surprise the videos were posted long ago, i want to know if i can have help to remove them all
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
I understand your concern and the urgency of getting those videos removed. First, you should contact the website where the videos were originally posted and request their removal. Many sites have policies against posting non-consensual content, and they might act quickly to take it down.... View More
My son has been denied medical attention they have beat him other inmates have tried frightening him today he went to medical and all of a sudden he's in asset for a battery on officers
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
Under California law, your son has rights that must be respected, even while he is in prison. If correction officers are falsely accusing him of battery and he is being denied medical attention, he can take legal steps to protect himself. You should contact an attorney who can help investigate... View More
Do I have grounds to seek legal action regarding my termination based on mental health and substance abuse without being offered treatment or even severance?
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
You may have grounds to seek legal action if your termination was influenced by your mental health or substance abuse issues. It's important to determine if your employer was aware of your condition and whether they failed to provide reasonable accommodations or treatment options as required... View More
Do I have grounds to seek legal action regarding my termination based on mental health and substance abuse without being offered treatment or even severance?
answered on Jun 2, 2024
Worker's Compensation is a specialized area of law that only concerns job-related injuries. Your question is more related to employment law. Most people are at-will employees. You may have an employee handbook or union contract that provides additional rights. That said, any physical or... View More
He is not on her birth certificate, we have no custody agreement, he doesn't pay child support, and he has barely been involved in her life for the last two years. She is now 4, and he has obtained temporary emergency custody through an ex parte 50-B, which he lied on. I filed a motion to set... View More
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
I'm so sorry to hear about what you're going through. It's important to stay strong and keep fighting for your daughter. Since the judge denied your motion and you weren't allowed to speak, you should consider filing an appeal or seeking a modification of the custody order.... View More
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
It sounds like there's an issue with the accuracy of the police reports and criminal complaints regarding your boyfriend. If the last name on these documents is incorrect, this could potentially impact his case and his defense. It's important to address this error promptly to ensure that... View More
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