If the account was opened fraudulently, you’re not responsible for that debt — but you’ll need to make sure all credit reporting and collection activity is properly disputed.

Start by sending written disputes to both Synchrony Bank and the collection agency explaining that the account... View More

You’re dealing with several issues, so take it one step at a time.

First, contact the court in Norfolk, Virginia where your son’s custody case is being handled and ask for copies of any court orders. Then, reach out to Legal Aid or a family law attorney in Virginia to help you work on... View More

I would suggest speaking to your attorney about your concerns expressed in your post, which include your lack of satisfaction with your legal representation. If, after speaking/meeting with your attorney, you believe you need to consult and possibly hire another attorney to represent you, then by... View More

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answered on Oct 17, 2025

I understand your concern and the stress that can come with being incarcerated, especially when you are worried about the potential misuse of your personal information such as your fingerprints. It is reasonable to want to know what protections exist and what you can do to safeguard yourself while... View More

As a practical matter, I suggest your family law attorney evaluate the circumstances as they relate to your child custody case. A business attorney can certainly conduct research to determine what has transpired, but your family law attorney can probably obtain the same information through the... View More

Targeted Justice argues that the government is engaging in the very activities you describe. However, they make their tools available on their website to anyone who wishes to use them. You may use them, or others. It seems conceivable that their tools are being misused by someone to target you, to... View More

First of all, although it is possible to get divorced without your partner’s *consent* in Michigan, there is no such thing as a 'secret' divorce. With or without a 'power of attorney'. Divorcing someone is not the kind of thing powers of attorney are used for! After the... View More

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answered on Aug 19, 2025

I am sorry you are experiencing this situation. Having your personal information shared without your consent and then facing threats and financial harm can be frightening and overwhelming. New York law does provide protections when private information is disclosed in a way that causes harm,... View More

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answered on Aug 5, 2025

I understand how upsetting it must be to discover that your identity and signature were allegedly used without your consent in legal proceedings, particularly when this may have impacted both estate matters and divorce-related property division. In New York, forged signatures on court documents can... View More

“I gave someone permission via text message to use my name to co-sign for a car loan.”

This makes you a knowing participant in this loan and apparently authorized your friend to sign for you, and bind you personally on the loan. Whether a court would let you avoid liability for your... View More

Think about contacting a consumer protection attorney familiar with the Electronic Funds Transfer Act (EFTA). If there is a claim that falls under EFTA, there's a chance that an attorney would take the case without taking any un front fees. If you haven't done so, I would also complete a... View More

Hello, my first question would be how you have been able to determine what specific websites resulted in these accounts being stolen?

My first step would be to pull as many consumer/credit reports as possible to determine the extent of the identity theft. This includes but is not limited to... View More

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answered on Jul 22, 2025

You may be able to prove defamation and even establish damages, but it’s going to be difficult for an attorney to take the case because there’s typically no insurance coverage for this type of claim. Even if she has homeowners or renters insurance, those policies almost never cover defamation.... View More

The experienced local employment law attorneys here should have first chance at your question, but you posted a week ago and you straddle a number of categories. From a practical standpoint, the job application process today is not what it used to be (which everyone knows). Resumes are reviewed by... View More

Yes, the IRS can hold your money, including freezing your bank account, if they believe you owe back taxes, especially during an investigation of alleged tax debt or fraud.

IRS investigation of a potential tax fraud can take a long time to resolve.

To potentially expedite the... View More

Given the nature of the threats and the inaction of law enforcement, you should hire private security to protect yourself, your parents, and your respective possessions from the perpetrators.

When you report incidents like this to law enforcement, they have considerable discretion in... View More

I think you are referring to packets from the self service center. If so, you simply need the divorce without children packet. https://superiorcourt.maricopa.gov/llrc/fc_group_3/. Please know that these packets are rather generic and are not going to address every situation that needs to be... View More

Even if you contact USCIS and appeal the 130 and the 485, it is possible that USCIS will not reopen the case. Even if it does, it may take a very long time. Congress assistance may work in this case. Contact your congressman and try to get help for this case. Elected official help is great for... View More

I suggest you contact a tenant's rights lawyer as soon as possible to get help setting aside your eviction judgment on the grounds of fraud and/or mistake, based on the erroneous listing of your apartment. A good lawyer in that situation could leverage that case into a position where you could... View More

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answered on May 1, 2025

Until you suffer some loss/damages, you do not have a case even if there is a plausible cause of action. It would be a government tort liability action with damage caps, 1 year SOL, and no jury. Few lawyers know how to file one. If something bad happens, and you have done your due diligence to... View More