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Person who hit us was traveling over 100mph and was not ticketed or checked for substances: the officer said he didn’t have the heart to do either because he knew the offender and the man had liver cancer. The city of Shreveport had received several calls about the speeder and did nothing! We... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
I agree with my colleagues that you should reach out to attorneys in Louisiana. Free initial consults without obligation are customary in such cases. Something doesn't add up in your figures - three people in a vehicle in a 100-plus mile an hour collision and $6,500 being offered - is that... View More
He did make initial payments and then fell behind and now fails to return any calls or communications or make payments
answered on Sep 28, 2024
Something definitely sounds suspicious, and there appear to be some conflict of interest issues and possible violations of the Attorney Rules of Professional Conduct. You should contact the LA Office of Disciplinary Counsel to discuss the matter with them and file a complaint... View More
She didn't want to do what I had asked to help my investigation out and she submitted lack of evidence to the people I was suing and she let them pass there deadlines
answered on Jul 20, 2024
In the first setting you describe, such errors aren't usually fatal - the error could be remedied if attributed to transcription errors or similar causes.
In the second setting, do you mean missing a statute of limitations and failing to file an index number? That could be malpractice.... View More
I don't think I can even renew or go to the Coast Guard wo representation bc there is a problem with fraud and selliing of licenses. There were also my original ss card, birth certificate, etc. After 50 years as a Captain, this is all I have to show for my career.
answered on Oct 21, 2024
From your question, I get the impression that you provided your attorney with your licenses and personal documents, and he has failed to return them. If this is the case, you can contact the Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board (www.ladb.org) and seek their assistance is recovering your documents... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2023
A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Try to arrange a free initial consult with a local attorney to discuss your matter - statutes of limitations depend on the type of case. Good luck
We lost the case in federal court, attempting to get the donation of the family home made over, turned based on undue influence and secondarily on lack of subsistence. I provided our attorney with a 5 inch deck binder with copies of text messages, phone bills, bank statements, written statements,... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2023
A Louisiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. Additional information is needed. It could depend on the basis for the doctor's position, the patient's concerns, the carrier's coverage, and other possible factors. Good luck
First bond And is it legal for a judge to deny a person a bond reduction that hasn’t had a bond reduction since they’ve been incarcerated.
answered on May 10, 2022
The Judge has every right to change or modify one's bond while charges are pending. Quite often, additional factors become known which may impact the bond amount and could result in modification.
I made a brief negative review of my lawyer on the BBB website and Facebook. I feel that she rip me off and failed to do a good job on our last trial that end up costing me thousands. I also end up moving from California to Louisiana to attend this contempt trial against my ex. She did not subpoena... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2021
The attorney's hourly rate is not confidential. If your record was not sealed, then your name, any testimony, any evidence, and any pleadings are not confidential. If you were allowed to relocate to CA with your child, then you won. Why would you post a negative review?
answered on Feb 28, 2021
This was listed as Patents Intellectual Property. That is what I do and this is not a question I can help you with. Perhaps you should add Family Law and Probate.
Good Luck.
answered on Feb 16, 2021
They can sign it but it can be challenged with proof of that diagnosis.
All that was written and allowed were verified by bank each time by account holder
answered on Oct 4, 2020
If you are getting anything as a private caretaker, it should not exceed an hourly wage or weekly salary.
Dixon
answered on Aug 23, 2020
In Louisiana, a person has a a right to use force to prevent imminent injury. But the force must be reasonable and apparently necessary. You do not have a duty to retreat.
You must also not be the initial aggressor in the confrontation.
answered on Aug 20, 2020
This is a common question and subject to many misinterpretations.
Entrapment is a defense to criminal charges. The basis for entrapment occurs between an officer and defendant before or during the alleged crime. When an officer coerces or uses overbearing tactics to induce someone to commit... View More
Water Bill Utility Autopayment Overdraft That Somone Else Set Up - Charged With [Issuing Bad Checks]
answered on Aug 20, 2020
You need to hire an attorney to get the warrant recalled.
Nabors will not give me access to my property on la trace rd passed his house I need help
answered on Feb 5, 2020
You should seek the help of an attorney who handles property matters to determine if you have a servitude (or right of passage) across your neighbor's property. If so, that attorney can help you enforce your rights. Good luck
The case has taken more than 5 years. Every time there is a deadline it is missed. We submitted a piece of evidence into record and the attorney was given 15 days to reply with its admissibility. That was 49 days ago. This is a trend and I believe it is to try to run my funds dry so I cannot... View More
answered on Jan 22, 2020
If you believe your lawyer has committed malpractice on your case, you should consult with another attorney to review your file and advise whether he agrees. You have a right to receive either the original or a copy of your file.
I found a friend od. I called 911 police and emt arrived. They searched house but there were no drugs. They searched my purse and I had bc powder in a bottle of tylenol. And was arrested charged with possession n man. Of herion. They tested it for cocaine but refused to test for her. I had to spend... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2019
Jeez good deed really punished you. A criminal attorney should be able to wrap this up.
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