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2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Communications Law and Employment Discrimination for Louisiana on
Q: I recieved a check from the neca local union no 313 ibew. The bank is trying to tell me that I altered it. What do I do
David Duke Kervin Jr.
David Duke Kervin Jr.
answered on Feb 19, 2024

If you did not alter the check, you should ask the bank why they think you altered it. You can also request the union to reissue a check if there is a discrepancy on it that is preventing the bank from honoring it.

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2 Answers | Asked in Banking, Communications Law and Employment Discrimination for Louisiana on
Q: I recieved a check from the neca local union no 313 ibew. The bank is trying to tell me that I altered it. What do I do
James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Feb 23, 2024

Firstly, it's crucial to remain calm and approach the situation with a clear mind. Understand that banks have strict protocols in place to prevent fraud, which sometimes leads to false alarms. Begin by explaining to the bank representative that you received the check from the NECA Local Union... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Collections and Communications Law for Louisiana on
Q: I was served a judgement in Dec 2022 but I was not served to go to court for the original court hearing. Should I have

been served? The loan company manager was coming to my house sitting on his horn for 5 min. and calling my company allday Is that legal? I did send in a letter saying I deny the debt. they set a court rule to show cause hearing 7/31. I went and they said the judgement was already filed March of... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Aug 2, 2023

You indicate that there is a judgment against you signed in March, 2023 which means the customary legal delays to appeal have passed. As such, in order to get the judgment overturned, you really need to meet with an attorney and specifically discuss your case/situation to determine if you have... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Child Custody, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Louisiana on
Q: Do I have to inform my ex husband I am recording our conversation while we talk about the divorce in a public park?
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answered on Sep 16, 2024

When recording a conversation with your ex-husband in a public park, the rules depend on the laws of your state or country. Some places require the consent of both parties for recording conversations, while others only need the consent of one person involved in the conversation. This is known as... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Communications Law for Louisiana on
Q: I had DCFS involved as well as CPS. I believe they are the same adjacency.

I received a letter from DCFS stating they closed the case I want to know if the cps case is closed as well. I'm not sure if they are both the same thing in Louisiana.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Mar 22, 2021

Same Agency. Your case is now closed.

2 Answers | Asked in Child Support, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Constitutional Law for Louisiana on
Q: What is the social security number use for and can it be use by anyone else for there's benefit?

Make a contract and make me fulfill is this law

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Oct 14, 2019

This is not a library. You can research these issues by googling

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Business Formation and Communications Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can a private citizen of Louisiana write and place a bill of legislation?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 2, 2019

As a general matter, bills are usually written by lawmakers. They can also come from other elected officials as well. But lawmakers should be attentive to the voices of their constituents, and many lawmakers welcome correspondence from citizens as to their ideas and thoughts. You could contact the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Communications Law for Louisiana on
Q: Accidently grabbed my uncle's mail out of our shared mailbox. Supposedly I tampered with his mail. I never opened it.

But he had asked me to leave his mail in the box the other month and ever since then I have except for the other day when I realized I grabbed it on accident, only realizing when I had already turned the van off (which was on e,by the way) and I had to get my sleeping kids in the house because it... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Jun 15, 2018

No but maybe you want to get a post office box

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Communications Law for Louisiana on
Q: Is inappropriate language over the telephone a misdemeanor

Someone sent me a text message threatening me and using profane language. I used some profanity myself and they pressed charges on me. Is this a misdemeanor?

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on May 7, 2018

Consult a criminal attorney. It may be harassment.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights, Communications Law and Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: What are the laws on moving out at 17?

I am 16, soon to be 17. My dad is an alcoholic and is only in town every 2 weeks. My mom is dating an abusive guy that sells drugs. I want to leave, but I don't know if I can.

Mr. James Zitzmann
Mr. James Zitzmann
answered on Jan 29, 2018

Well, someone has custody of you until you are 18. This means there is a possibility you could be returned. To get around this you'd need to petition a court for emancipation.

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Communications Law and Legal Malpractice for Louisiana on
Q: tained a default judgement and my attorney whom I fired did not confer with me to give opposing counsel a extra day

I obtained a default judgement and my attorney whom I fired did not confer with me to give opposing counsel a extra day to answer. Me not knowing she gave such permission went on the record and obtained judgment. Opposing attorney is now filing for a vacate judgement so what are my legal grounds I... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 9, 2016

No, it's not malpractice to give what are normal professional courtesies. If your former counsel gave the extension, and the other side relied on it, and they filed the answer in time, I suggest you tell them you will agree to vacate the judgment and allow them to answer--a judge will do it... View More

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