I was the victim of an assault from my ex. He was eventually charged (months after the assault) because I stayed in contact with the police department's Professional Standards Unit. The detective on the case was non responsive until PSU got involved. When the charges were pressed, the charge... Read more »
There doesn't sound like anything else to do in terms of criminal law. However, in civil law you could seek a protective order based on family or dating violence... and perhaps even stalking based on the voicemails. You might be able to sue him for the cost of medical treatment but unless... Read more »
it was 2 of us coming from el paso to odessa. we were asked for id's right away. im the driver and one in the passenger. He was asleep due to feeling under the weather so drank some nyquil. was woken up and the BP gent asked him few questions passenger didnt answer so they took us to... Read more »
No. It was not illegal to take your vehicle. It may have been taken as a civil forfeiture because it was used in the commission of a crime.
On the motion for reconsideration, they can simply deny the motion or grant the motion. Usually, they deny the motion without a written opinion.
Yes, it is legal if the judge allows it. Is it ethical? Maybe. That depends on the lawyer's reasons for withdrawing. There was probably a Motion To Withdraw filed by the attorney and a copy of it will be in the court clerk's file. You could request a copy and check to see if the... Read more »
If dr was told not to do what he suggested should be done, and told primary dr has already addressed, yet dr does anyways leading to loss of limb! What can be done when consent was NOT given
The location on this question is marked "Bixby, Oklahoma" but it is appearing in the forum for attorneys in Texas. If this event did not occur in Texas then please re-post your question in the Oklahoma forum.
The question is marked Criminal Law as well as Personal Injury and... Read more »
They were also not legally licensed interns or have a special permit.
This question is marked Criminal Law but nobody sues anyone in criminal court. It is also marked Legal Malpractice which is a cause of action in civil court, but that is for a lawsuit against your own attorney, not the opposing side. As for Civil Rights, a criminal defendant is entitled to... Read more »
Construction is still going on in the area and no facilities available because of COVID.
Look at the deed restrictions, Bylaws and Rules of the association to see what they can and can't charge, and whether there are limits to the increases.
The owner decided she didn’t want them, or pay to return then. So she dropped them at a thrift store. Does she owe me the consignment fee?
A Texas attorney could advise best, and possibly a Montreal attorney as well if your agreement is governed by Montreal or Canadian law. But your question remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry this happened to you. As a starting point, you may want to first review the terms of the agreement... Read more »
3 parties were listed as defendants in a suit by a mechanic. No lien on vehicle. The vehicle is titled to 1 of the parties involved only. How do I remove the others from suit?
Of course, that depends. If you're the plaintiff, you can simply file a motion to dismiss those defendants. If you're a defendant, you can see if you can get the plaintiff to agree to dismiss you, or do the necessary discovery to allow you to get out with a motion for summary judgment.
A Texas divorce attorney could answer best, but you await help for four weeks.
There is a page here on Justia - Texas Divorce Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services
Here is the link to the page:
https://www.justia.com/lawyers/divorce/texas/legal-aid-and-pro-bono-services
Good luck
Tim Akpinar
With the defendant?
Short answer: no, what you describe is not illegal nor is it unethical.
services at another location?
Your question does not provide enough detail to fully analyze this situation. The answer depends on whether you have an enforceable non-compete or non-solicitation agreement with your former employer. You should consult an employment attorney in your area for advice.
Husband was in a car accident I sent over all info and was told the case was released and they will not be representing him , I want to know why ?
Every firm as their own criteria of cases they will handle. They may have released his case for any number of reasons. It could be something to do with the case itself or something to do with their internal policies. Oftentimes cases are released because there is no insurance coverage, the client... Read more »
My attorney failed to show the judge I was the owner of property on an eviction case and he didn't show up. My case defaulted I owe the court fees now. He didn't fight for me. He also did nothing in my 2nd court. He failed to show my deed.
You should post that question in landlord tenant, not family law.
August of last year I was in a major car accident in front of a police officer and the carless driver was given a citation while I was taken to the ER. I went to a lawyers office and met with the receptionist who took my statement and got started with therapy right away around December we heard... Read more »
You can only sue a lawyer for economic damages, meaning the money you lost due to the representation. Did you sign the release? if you did, you may be able to receive a settlement check.
The settlement must be agreed to by you as well. If the lawyer did not have your authority to settle,... Read more »
They we are going to send you to this program in Beaumont for 3 months. They told me to turn myself in to the county but let me go home that day for 2 weeks but I would have to turn myself in to county on 6/3/19 and the time I sit in the county jail waiting for a bed to come open doesn't... Read more »
No, it isn't like double jeopardy. That is when you are put on trial twice for the same alleged offense.
In this situation, you committed a crime but, instead of being locked up, you were given a second chance where you were allowed to do community service instead. Except you... Read more »
My attorney said we had this divorce won he said I would have the house and car. He said we would be divorced in December but he didn’t get something to the judge in time. My ex was able to file an answer long after the time he was supposed to. Now he has hired an attorney. He if fighting me for... Read more »
Re-read over the contract and fee agreement between yourself and your attorney. Fees, expectations, and so forth should be addressed in there. That said, your attorney has an obligation to keep you informed as to the progression of your case. However, if you feel that your attorney is not acting in... Read more »
The bondsman is good friends with a lawyer he refers and the judge on a criminal case. They know how much money the client has and the court fees and bond magically goes up
Was it just a friendly referral? If the attorney compensates the bondsman for the referral it might be the crime of "Barratry and Solicitation of Professional Employment" see Penal Code 38.12. If that happened then the client can void the contract with the attorney and file a lawsuit to... Read more »
If I'm not required by a judge to register under chapter 62 then nobody can override the judge and his orders correct?
If a person is convicted of a sexually-oriented crime then that person is required under Chapter 62 to register as a sex offender. However, without more information here I can’t make determination as to the length of time you were required to remain registered. Further, their are options... Read more »
Your question hasn 't been picked up in four weeks. You could try reposting it in the employment law section.
Tim Akpinar
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