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I recently found out a global organization based out of Singapore that I had applied to a while back gave out an I-9 form with all of my information to someone else who was applying to the company. Thankfully the woman who received it reached out to me, she said it had my phone number, ssn,... View More 
answered on Aug 2, 2023
There might possibly be but if they’re located in Singapore, be expensive and difficult to litigate. Additionally, it sounds like there are no damages so I probably wouldn’t pursue it.
when she came into my s[ace i put my arm out sayin g get away from me and she swung on me then i defended myseld myself cause nobody lets someone hit them and do nothing and they evicted me they emarrssed me walking me out for defending myself
I was told if I got my permit they would be dismissed but I payed the fine and they set me another court date for not having a permit and they fined me another 325 bucks can they do that
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answered on Jul 21, 2023
Check with your local bar association or legal aid society.
She got sent to recovery Plus for women in Madisonville Kentucky to 6 month 69 month program and I've been trying to call up her and get some information on what she needs what she can have what she can't have and they won't give me the policy of their visitation they won't tell... View More
Went to big name store to cash check made to me on behalf of child..the check was from the store claims dept. was told couldn't cash until certain time but they were obviously open..and they are a big corporation..also the check is not large...the check had 1 letter misspelled in my last name... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2023
Unfortunately, check cashing is a privilege, not a right. Hence, it does not rise to the k look Evelyn of discrimination.
I went back at that certain time the Mgr said they can cash and because my last name had 1 letter misspelled they refused to cash..I was told call customer service..I did which is actually the claims dept for that store...Claims said go.back to store and they can and will verify over phone..did... View More
answered on Jul 15, 2023
Unfortunately, the store doesn’t have to cash your check at all. Cashing checks is a privilege only, not a right. Hence, their refusal to cash the check could be for any reason. Unless you can prove that the reason was in fact to discriminate, there is really no cause of action.
What happened was the warrant was written and executed to search 3 rooms and the backyard of the home only. The detective confiscated a cellphone from an individual living in the home while in the front yard. The detective then wrote on the back of the warrant that they were also confiscating the... View More
This woman gets angry and harasses me and my children via third-party and recently downloaded my 16 yr old daughter's Facebook profile photo and sent to my boyfriend using vulgar profanity. Can I pursue legal action for sexualizing my minor child? She said she looked like a d*** s*****g, about... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2023
You can pursue legal action for harassment. The facts contained in Your description are sparse and more information is needed to determine what other charges might lie.
I have filled a police report with three witness statements shown video and they still let him out after a day! He’s a known meth head who says he has “health conditions” mine and my neighbors safety is at risk yet somehow after a day or two in jail he gets out. He also constantly beats on... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2023
Go to your county attorney and swear out a criminal complaint for him. That will get you into court to address his behavior.
The court appointed attorney for defendant was not present during the felony preliminary hearing. Due to death of mother apparently. Another attorney was sent from same district. Defendant was not allowed to speak with attorney who was present prior to or after proceedings. Original court appointed... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2023
It is not illegal although it may be ineffective assistance of counsel. Ask your attorney to meet, get all the details and then make a motion to have another preliminary/probable cause hearing before the grand jury indicts.
answered on Jun 15, 2023
It means what you did to become charged with a crime. Each element of any offense must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
Was at DG in coxes creek ky shopped for groceries cashier checked out me with spending $100 Sherrif told me I was not allowed in store ever again the took me outside escorted me off property. Zero reason. EMPLOYS told cop they asked me to leave 2 times . Never did they couldn't get them to... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2023
You may need to hire a local attorney to investigate the reasons.
I support a lady from my church with driving for her daughter's transfer in KY state. The girl is around 4 years old. The place is at a gas station and close to the police station. The father is always video recording (usually places his cellphone on his shirt pocket with the lens facing... View More
I allowed myself to contact you because I wanted to clear out some questions that I had if you don't mind. You seem to be the correct person to ask this.
If, online, someone says : "karma comes, it applies to everyone" or just mentionned the word karma without adding anything... View More
answered on May 21, 2023
No. Without more, that statement or word “karma” is not a threat.
answered on May 4, 2023
Depending on the facts and circumstances in your case, failure to follow a 504 plan could be a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Consult an ADA or civil rights attorney to flesh out Exactly where your case falls.
A older person with very little SS income has a home with a mortgage and possibly no equity if sold. She gets married and moves in with spouse. She gets brain cancer and ends up in a nursing home for rehab. Spouse pays 30 days stay to try and get her medicaid eligible in meantime. Lawyer says gotta... View More
answered on May 3, 2023
If the home is not in her name, it can possibly be transferred since there is no equity in it. If the hone is in her name, if you can show Medicaid there is no equity, they might possibly start paying. If not, the house will likely have to be sold and the renters will have to buy it at sale.
CPS lied literally lied in court concerning the entire petition. I've never been in trouble before yet they gave temporary custody to my ex whom has been banned for 6 months once from the kids he's Ben in jail alot as to rehab yet I've never been n jail never failed a drug screen but... View More
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