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answered on Aug 28, 2023
In Illinois, there isn't a specific statute of limitations for being served with a petition for plenary guardianship. The process for serving legal documents, including petitions for guardianship, is governed by the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure and the rules of civil procedure.... View More 
Also if they offered to take you to the jail or offered you to drive your vehicle? And if you haven't been to court yet can they put in your background already and let unemployment know? I haven't even been to court for this!
answered on Aug 23, 2023
If you were not read your Miranda rights, anything you may have said to law enforcement during a custodial interrogation most likely will be excluded from evidence in any subsequent trial.
If you weren't put in handcuffs, nothing will happen. Law enforcement may not have considered... View More
So i walked over and plitly ask him to stop he choked me out can i sue him i have pic , went to doctor
answered on Jul 8, 2023
You should have called the police. There was no reason for you to confront your neighbor. Nobody believes that you were polite at 2:00 AM. That said, your neighbor cannot commit a battery on you (choke you). If you were injured AND the neighbor was convicted, you MAY be able to recover for your... View More
Junk. And working for the school district we use own vehicles all the time. I go downstairs there's some old drums sitting down there been sitting down there for a long long time they're junk. I take them take them to our shop let him sit three or four days then I end up selling them.... View More
answered on May 23, 2023
Very sorry to hear that your School District boss has treated you this way. This is really a Criminal Law question, and you need to be represented by a Criminal Law attorney or consult with one. You posted yesterday about a problem that is going to Court apparently today, that really isn't... View More
Other party for a charge of violation of a no contact order which in IA is automatic 7 days jail..cannot be suspended. He can't deny me counsel.so new one gave me lawyer that had to withdraw from other party to represent me HELP
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answered on Mar 4, 2023
If a magistrate has denied you counsel, you may want to consider seeking legal assistance from other sources. For example, you can try contacting legal aid organizations or private attorneys who may be willing to represent you. You can also request a court-appointed attorney or file a motion with... View More
Stolen. Im disabled n won't survive prison. She also put a op on me. She's extorting me I was told n is becoming extremely ruthless she even admits the car is mine n had til Jan 5 to get it out of her nane
answered on Dec 14, 2022
You clearly need an attorney to handle your criminal cases, especially given the circumstances, as you stated yourself you are facing with a possibility of imprisonment.
Also, it you cannot afford an attorney ask the judge to appoint a Public Defender to represent you at no charge if... View More
On January 12, of 2021, a Meijer loss prevention employee (Miles) at the Michigan City Meijer store falsely accused me of producing a can of mace, loudly threatening her and displaying and pointing a knife in her direction. The Meijer surveillance footage shows that "the male subject"... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Based on the information provided, it seems that you were wrongfully accused and charged with a serious crime (armed robbery with a deadly weapon) by a Meijer loss prevention employee, despite evidence from surveillance footage showing that you did not produce mace or display a knife as alleged. As... View More
Just wondering how to seek real help on people harassing me before I end up doing something to one of them for constantly bothering me 24/7....they stole my identity they kmow my social security number,bank account email, and password, code to things if i get a job amd password noy to be known by... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2024
If you believe you are a victim of identity theft and harassment, it's crucial to take immediate action. First, report the identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at IdentityTheft.gov. This website also provides a recovery plan and steps to help protect your identity.... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2024
For your friend who has been in prison for 29 years on what you believe to be false charges, seeking legal assistance is crucial. Start by looking for an attorney experienced in criminal defense, particularly one who has handled wrongful conviction cases. These attorneys are skilled in reviewing... View More
I am parent to children involved in juvenile court due to alleged neglect. Other parent is my spouse, we are separate parties in case. Appeal rationale?: shelter care hearing occurred without prior knowledge of process of proceedings or contents of petition, given copy of petition as court began.... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2023
You said you hired a lawyer. These questions are complicated and your lawyer should be answering them.
Was trust my attorney. She did no ERISA discovery or Private, my ex wife hid assets securing my support. My second lawyer w held my ERISA Alt Payee rights before settlement. He used her 1/3 VFI to write settlement. In podt judgement I discovered she had a -250,000 ADB , 1x Desth Benefit decrease... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2023
Your issue is too complex for this forum. Take your papers to an experienced family law lawyer.
No ERISA SPD Discovery . All lawyers and Judge Aware but disabled paying client . Then waive clients ERISA right fraud?
answered on Nov 4, 2023
Please elaborate. Is this in a divorce case? Client receiving Ssd or ssi? What are you alleging as fraud?
i am an 18 year old male and I am dealing with my mom and dad putting more and more restrictions on the phone that I use that they pay for. my main thing is that they are able to go through my phone at anytime and they track me without my knowledge
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answered on Nov 2, 2023
A parent cannot intercept or monitor their child's electronic communications without their consent. Additionally, a parent cannot use their child's private information for their own personal gain.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of internet questions and responses, the... View More
I'm currently a Political Science student at UCLA. I am considering going to law school and I would like to talk to currently practicing lawyers to gain some perspective regarding law school and careers in law so I can make an informed decision as to whether or not to attend law school. Would... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2023
Firstly, it's important to understand that law school is a significant investment of time and money, so it's important to consider your long-term goals and motivations for attending law school. Some common reasons for attending law school include a desire to practice law, a desire to gain... View More
Even though my girlfriend (the mother) wanted me to, the cop said parents only. Is this true?
answered on Oct 11, 2022
As you have learned , that is exactly right. As a boyfriend you are legally not a family member and have no legitimate authority to request any accommodation with respect of another person’s child.
our small town corruption is all over this town the police are bias to me and my family to a point they do not help us and crimes commited against us are either flipped or completely ignored all together like a home invasion was committed at my home i had it on video and the police caught them in... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2022
Any criminal arrest may be discovered publicly. The charging decision lies with the prosecution after a felony review, based on the police investigation and other existing evidence.
I am from Illinois but the individual has moved to New York. The amount is over $10,000. I am currently in litigation with this person for a different matter. If I file a civil suit, would I be able to serve him during our upcoming family court hearing (it's via Zoom)? We both have attorneys.... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2022
You are represented by a licensed counsel and it would be improper to suggest any course of action remotely without any case familiarity or case review by anyone.
The managers in the work program man have stole all my stuff then I got me to the other building they change my rent to $1,000 or $37,000 I they won't take me to court and I can't get nobody help me how to build a change my property my unit told me I wasn't the owner but they... View More
answered on Jun 23, 2022
Please read:
You must ask a coherent question or NOBODY can help you.
Reciting rambling facts with no syntax wastes your time and ours because it is unintelligible.
Never use proper names in an online post. Your question is supposed to be anonymous.
answered on Mar 20, 2022
People have 4th Amendment rights to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. The question here, is whether the search or seizure was reasonable.
There isn't enough information to answer the question. You need to see an experienced criminal defense lawyer to answer whether... View More
Warrant was found, and no outside indication that the guest was even there. Room is searched, guest gets charged with everything in it despite the occupant being on probation and having an ankle monitor which was also a present violation as the person the occupant wasn't to be around was in... View More
answered on Feb 22, 2022
So you hope to dispose of that criminal case by way of a random online paragraph without any case review?
Will never happen.
Discuss your criminal exposure and a viable plan of action with a licensed and reputable criminal law attorney of your choice.
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