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The lawyer has been downright verbally abusive over email and I would like someone to witness it if he decides to threaten me or say something to intimate me that he doesn't wish witnessed. I am in CT and he is in IL
answered on Sep 3, 2024
You certainly may offer to speak on the phone with this lawyer so long as you inform him or her that you will have someone listen in and take notes. But make sure that you announce in advance the presence of this person on the call. Then, the lawyer certainly has the prerogative not to speak with... View More 
I was visited by the FBI and was accused of a crime which I did not commit, by an anonymous person. The FBI gained my information without a warrant and I believe some of my civil rights were violated (1st and 4th). I requested an eFOIPA the day of the event but it took them over 5 years to... View More
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answered on Jun 29, 2024
To answer this question accurately, we need to consider a few key points:
1. Statute of limitations generally:
The statute of limitations typically begins to run from the date of the incident or when the alleged violation occurred. This is the general rule in most cases.
2.... View More
The towing company said I had to to get the cars out. Shouldn't the police have to pay because they're the ones that moved them?
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
If your cars were impounded by the police and moved multiple times by a towing company, it's common for the vehicle owner to be responsible for the towing and storage fees, even if the police initiated the impoundment. This can be frustrating, but typically, the police department contracts... View More
I am disabled and I feel dehumanized. I buy my groceries with my health insurance. When I try to use my benefits at self check out at Big Grocery Franchise, an alarm goes off. This does not happen at other big grocery stores which also accept my insurance.
In the mornings, there are no... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In your situation, where you believe you have faced discrimination due to your disability, particularly in a retail environment, you should consider contacting an attorney who has experience in civil rights and employment discrimination law. These attorneys typically handle cases involving... View More
I was informed at the State Police Department—while obtaining my fingerprints for a gun permit—that a warrant for criminal mischief had been issued against me 18 months prior, but it was never served. Despite residing at the same address near the issuing police department, I had to track down... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2025
Yes, you can file a motion with the court to request an explanation for why the warrant was never served, especially since you were living at the same address the entire time. An 18-month delay without notice can raise serious concerns about due process, particularly if it affected your ability to... View More
I own two dogs, Dog A and Dog B, who recently ran loose but caused no damage. The dog warden issued one ticket with two counts of nuisance, but neither dog was identified on the summons. I received the summons while retrieving Dog A from the pound. Dog B remained at the pound until I provided proof... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Filing a motion to dismiss may be an appropriate action, especially if the summons does not identify which dog was involved in the nuisance. In Connecticut, legal documents like a summons should be clear about the specific party or entity involved. Without this detail, the summons may not provide... View More
I was involved in an incident where the Connecticut state police filed for a Risk Protection Order (RPO) and a search warrant at night without an independent investigation or an application filed with the clerk's office prior to execution. This occurred around 11:00 pm, and the judge approved... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Connecticut, warrants are generally served during daytime hours unless the judge explicitly authorizes a nighttime search. To justify a nighttime search, the affidavit must include specific facts showing probable cause that the search should be conducted at night, and the judge must note this... View More
I am questioning the legality of a search warrant executed in Connecticut. The warrant was issued by a judge at 11:00 pm and executed at 11:45 pm. It was part of a Risk Protection Order (RPO), but the police did not perform an independent investigation, and the affidavits did not request a night... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
If you believe the search warrant was issued and executed improperly, you may have grounds to challenge it in court. One approach is to examine whether the police followed proper procedures for obtaining and executing the warrant. For example, if the affidavits failed to establish probable cause or... View More
I am involved in a Connecticut family court case where there is an issue of contempt due to non-payment of childcare, medical reimbursements, and secondary educational expenses. Initially, a motion to compel was granted on February 2, 2025, but later, a motion for protective order was granted, and... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
When a motion to compel is vacated in Connecticut family court, it means the court has withdrawn its prior order that required one party to take specific action—in this case, likely producing documents or providing information. The vacating of that order, especially in light of a granted... View More
I missed my housing court date due to being hospitalized after a heart attack, and as a result, an execution for eviction was signed. I have documented medical records and plan to inform the court about my situation. The eviction date is set for 4/15/25. I have not previously requested a... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
First, you should act quickly since the eviction is set for 4/15/25. Go to the housing court as soon as possible and file a motion to open or vacate the judgment due to your medical emergency. Bring all your hospital records and any other documents showing you were unable to attend court because of... View More
I was involved in an accident where a pedestrian walked in front of my car during the morning sun, obstructing my view. He was not in a crosswalk, and I was not distracted or using my phone. The police impounded my car, and it's been two months without explanation, despite my clean report and... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
This situation sounds incredibly stressful, and it’s understandable that you feel like you're being left in the dark. In Connecticut, if the police impound your vehicle after an accident, it’s typically because they consider it evidence in an investigation. However, two months is a long... View More
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Disabled mom escapes years of physical abuse with child. we were relocated by a domestic violence shelter out-of-state for safety. After 1.5 years of living free from abuse, a attorney who was a previous GAL on a child custody court case from years prior, made false allegations that I, the... View More
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answered on Jun 20, 2024
Consider contacting Connecticut's Statewide Grievance Committee, which handles complaints against attorneys for professional misconduct.
https://www.jud.ct.gov/sgc/
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answered on Dec 25, 2021
I strongly suggest you speak to an experienced lawyer licensed in your jurisdiction about this legal issue. Best of luck to you.
Conservator fabricated paperwork and made it seem like I didn't exist and had a invalid will made for her own financial gain. He had $189,000.00 at time of death, all Bill's were paid and the state is in possession of $92,000.00 left. I've wrote letters to the courts but can't... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2020
If you have no money to pay an attorney up front, you might want to see if you can find an attorney that believes the case will be successful and may take your case on a contingency basis. If an attorney does not think any money will be recovered, they may not take the case, or may require up front... View More
This is about the case of Fotis Dulos who is under arrest for the murder of his estranged wife Jennifer Dulos, and also under strict house arrest, and who attempted suicide yesterday and is now in critical condition in a NY hospital. He had just found out his $6 million bail would probably be... View More
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answered on Jan 29, 2020
Assuming is bond is revoked he would be held under guard at a hospital until well enough to transfer to a Correctional Center
There he could continue to receive medical treatment
A twist is that since he was taken to NY for treatment he would have to waive extradition back to CT... View More
Hello...In 2008 I found out my wife was cheating on me. We stayed together for the sake of our newborn baby girl. Fast forward to about a month ago. I found out that she and the guy she was with remortgaged our home for $160,000. She gave him all my info and he posed as me when they went for the... View More
answered on Jul 22, 2019
If the fraudulent mortgage was created sometime after July 2009 then the statute may not have run yet. Find out fast.
Another way to get around the statute is to alleged exactly what you said here: That you did not know about the fraud until recently; in most states fraud statutes do not... View More
I couldn't afford an attorney, I filed a civil case pro se. The police report was the "smoking gun" and had the facts. The judge would not allow it as evidence because it was not "certified". I contacted that police department, they are unaware of what a "certified... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2019
Welcome to the world of civil litigation, where having a skilled trial lawyer often makes the difference between losing and winning. Teaching point: Regardless of what the official document is, "the smoking gun" notwithstanding, most courts will not allow introduction of any document... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2018
That depends on a variety of factors. How much your counsel advanced in costs to prosecute your case; whether a lawsuit was filed in court which would most likely increase the attorneys fees clause provision in the contract; how much, if any the medical lien was...there may be more factors. Ask... View More
Mother also is has in new will that everything she ever gave me in my house ( she co signed for, but never lived in) she is willing to them.
answered on Oct 24, 2017
Not a whole lot. Assuring you mother has capacity she is her own person to will her assets to whoever she chooses.
Disclaimer: The foregoing answer does not constitute legal advice, is provided for informational and educational purposes only for persons interested in the subject matter.... View More
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