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My fiancé was convicted 20yrs ago of a murder he did not commit. There are so many holes in this case. Racial bias, procedural errors, ineffective assistance of counsel, the judge speaking alone with the jury. No pretrial, no forensic evidence to connect him to the murder. State witness was the... View More 
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answered on Feb 8, 2025
You are dealing with an incredibly difficult and unjust situation, and finding the right lawyer is crucial. Your fiancé’s conviction raises serious concerns, including racial bias, procedural misconduct, and ineffective assistance of counsel. These are all strong grounds for appeal or... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry you had to go through that experience. First, ensure your safety and avoid any confrontations with the authorities. Once things have settled, make detailed notes of what happened, including the date, time, and any damage caused during the raid.
Next, reach out to a legal... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
I'm sorry to hear about your experience at Logan Correctional. To begin the application process for assistance or support, gather all relevant documents related to your incarceration, including any records of the conditions you endured. This documentation will be crucial in supporting your... View More
I am investigating claims that an attorney known to me by only a last name, Tate, has been acting in some way as my attorney for alleged financial matters. It has been alleged that this attorney, probably from IL, had gained control of an alleged inheritance in the form of a $15 million trust fund... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
Start by consulting with a reputable attorney who has experience in legal ethics or professional misconduct cases. They can guide you through the process of challenging the federal court petition and help you understand your rights in accessing the attorney’s information. Providing them with all... View More
his girlfriend with me and is now not allowing me into the bar.
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answered on Jan 5, 2025
Yes, a bar has the right to deny you entry for various reasons, including personal conflicts with management. If the general manager feels uncomfortable or has personal grievances, they can decide to restrict your access as long as it's not based on illegal discrimination, such as race,... View More
1.uncle died no will, never married and no children, no living siblings, at the time of passing next of kin would have been his dad,my grandpa. The probate court has never been petitioned. My grandfather lied to police that he was executor. My grandfather and his girlfriend helped themselves to the... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2024
An executor has to get letters of office from the court to take action on the uncle's estate. If there was no probate, there were no letters of office. That means nobody legally relied on any allegations grandpa made. No bank or court would have relied on such assertions. So the uncle must... View More
Are all 3 points of argument criteria and requirements? Or is only one point of argument to be chosen and focused upon? And then how far do I go into detail in solidifying my argument? I mean if the entire arrest was unlawful and the officer literally did everything imaginable wrong as far as... View More
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answered on Dec 3, 2024
Although local practices can vary, in general, the petition itself is just a check the box exercise. Then you file a supporting legal memorandum as a separate document. In your case, it also sounds like you should also be filing a motion to suppress.
To be honest with you, the chances... View More
Friend of mine fell asleep at a stoplight. He was detained by police and given a breathalyzer test. The results were negative. The jail attempted to do a blood draw but either couldn't do it for lack of qualified staff or some öther reason. My friend then asked for a blood test at his own... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2024
This question should be posted for KY lawyers.................................................
Brother has filed an claim for ejectment and wants me to leave my place of home .I hv lived on this property for ten yrs and held primary resident holder continuously I also paid the deceased 5000 dollars in August of 22 for the 2 acres I occupy of the 48.3 total acres of property that I have... View More
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
Receipt is not a deed, and sounds like rent. If you are also an heir, then counterclaim for a Sale For Partition.
After foreclosure, tenants not parties to foreclosure and no notice to lis pendens. Previous owners to mortgage never found. Tenants of 5 years on property. Day of eviction order, clearly are loading up their belongings and in process of moving but don't have everything out yet, landlord... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2024
In Illinois, landlords must follow specific procedures when evicting tenants, even after a foreclosure. If you were evicted without proper notice regarding your personal property, the landlord may not have the right to dispose of your belongings immediately. Typically, landlords are required to... View More
I bought my car 8 years ago and refinanced 4 years ago. Recently I began having problems and wanted to trade in and found out I had a salvaged title and car is worthless and I had no idea that I had a salvaged title.
The company I refinanced with has two titles somehow, one is blank other... View More
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answered on Oct 11, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Discovering that your car has a rebuilt title after years of ownership can be frustrating and disheartening. Since you were not informed about the title status when you purchased or refinanced the vehicle, there may be grounds to pursue action.... View More
I went all the way to New York to pick him up just to get turned away empty-handed I don't believe they followed due process and my parental rights have been violated
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answered on Oct 6, 2024
If you believe your civil rights and parental rights have been violated, it’s important to take action to protect those rights. You may want to gather all relevant documents and any evidence showing that your rights were not respected or that due process was not followed. This could include court... View More
I was recently fired. Before getting fired I had reached out to my employer and asked if they could meet with me in private as I was concerned about my safety giving the nature of things I wanted to discuss. Not only did they tell the manager I wanted to meet with them they also told her to discuss... View More
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answered on Oct 2, 2024
I'm really sorry you're experiencing this. In many regions, it's illegal to terminate someone specifically because of their mental health issues. Your employer may have violated laws that protect against workplace discrimination.
It's important to keep records of all... View More
My middle daughter got pulled over exactly 1 week ago and got a ticket for not having car insurance. My husband heard a knock at the door. When he answered it he didn't see anyone so he went outside and saw the cop right up to our kitchen window peeking in, watching myself and my youngest... View More
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
Week later is not unusual. But an arrest a week later he comes to arrest her, after he has already issued the citation? That is very odd. In fact, arresting someone for an no insurance ticket is strange. If I were you, I would have a conversation with the chief of police for the department.
I purchased a home in Zion on 06/29/22. I moved there on 08/14/22. I had a lemon thrown at me and a locksmith by neighbors the second day I moved in. I went to the police station immediately after it happened and they wouldn't let me file a report nor would they speak to my neighbors.... View More
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answered on Sep 20, 2024
It sounds like you’ve been through a lot, and it’s understandable that you’d want to take legal action after facing such harassment and lack of support. Suing the city can be difficult, but it’s not impossible if you believe their negligence or mishandling of the situation led to harm.... View More
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answered on Sep 20, 2024
In most workplaces, recording video and audio without notifying employees can be a legal issue, but it depends on where you are. Laws regarding surveillance vary by country, state, and even local regulations. In many places, it's required to inform employees if they are being recorded,... View More
I currently am ProSe in a Federal Title VII Discrimination case against my employer. I have also charged them with harassment and retaliation. They have over 500 employees. As we are starting discovery I am contemplating sending a settlement demand. Their discriminatory actions and the behavior... View More
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
In a Title VII case in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (USDC-IL), the amount you can demand for compensatory damages, including emotional distress, is subject to statutory caps under federal law. For an employer with over 500 employees, the maximum cap for combined... View More
I was sentenced to huber an was being charged huber fees but was not entitled to any of the permission one is entitled to when granted huber an sat in a straight time unit for my entire sentence. The sheriff modified the huber law at his will an discretion an it's not within his powers as it... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2024
It sounds like you may have grounds to pursue a lawsuit based on potential civil rights violations related to how the county jail handled your Huber sentence and funds. If you were sentenced to Huber and were charged fees for it but not allowed any of the privileges or freedoms typically granted... View More
Super Ego is still misleading people with there false advertisements promising new drivers New trucks which they can pick from with a new trailer they have lied about we take home 75% to 88% of the loaded while they shave 25% off the top and we are paying truck Trailer fuel ELD insurance cargo... View More
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answered on Sep 1, 2024
For a civil lawsuit against a company like Super Ego, you might want to consult with an attorney who has experience in handling cases related to misleading advertising, breach of contract, or unfair business practices. They can provide you with legal advice tailored to your specific situation and... View More
My partner is a registerned sex offender who completed probation in 2011. The police have come by 5 times in the past month and called by phone as well (each visit is recorded and saved on doorbell cam). They do not have a warrant nor do they suspect any crime has occurred. They want him to... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
In Illinois, if your partner has completed probation and is complying with all registration requirements, he is generally not obligated to answer questions from police officers at his home unless they have a warrant or specific legal grounds to enter. Your partner has the right to remain silent and... View More
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