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1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law, Libel & Slander and Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: Received a dog from a woman and now being threatened and harassed.

We took in a male in tact dog from someone who said he had to go that day or he would be euthanized for biting. We agree to pay her $200 for him later. Situations arise and we have to ask her to temporarily watch him again after he bites me. She agrees and states she can only watch him for a few... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on May 27, 2018

I'm assuming you have a receipt or cancelled check for your original $200. If not, what were you thinking giving anyone more than $20 without a receipt? That being said, yes, your attorney can file a Petition for a Restraining Order. Record her calls, print her emails, screen shot, email... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: I'm from Washington Parish in Louisiana. The sheriff, Mayor of Bogalusa and several other officials and members of the

Members of the Sheriff's Department all knew it was a lie yet they still kicked in my door and arrested me making this my third felony I'm trying to get a job I need my record clean I have warrants for the false charges now. My mom said I stole $2,000 and I'm charged with burglary... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Feb 23, 2018

Your choices are to hire a private criminal attorney or call the public defender.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander, Personal Injury and Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: So if self defense is for everyone, when women hit men can men hit back for self defense or is that wrong?

If it's wrong to hit a women does that mean men just stay and get punched for about 20 minutes or until the women says im done? BUT if we hit back that doesn't count as a charge against women (like hitting women in law) I just wanted to get my questioned answered so if something happens... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Sep 18, 2017

We don't answer hypothetical questions but you are entitled to reasonable self defense.

That means if the woman is smaller/weaker you may cover up but punching her is likely to get a citation (though she may and should get one).

Perhaps the best answer is to avoid people likely to assault you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Louisiana on
Q: Should I contact a criminal attorney on simple assault by 3 family members who verbally and physically attacked me?

I was falsely accused of murder by euthanaztion (father) against husband: Kevin, Me & Hospice Nurse w/ threats for bodily injury to Hospice Nurse made by phone/texts (report filed to her supervisor). Then I was body slammed onto concrete steps rolled off onto concrete ground. Witnessed by 3... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 6, 2017

Yes. You also can make a claim to the police about the threats.

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Employment Law and Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: I am a teacher and was suspended for a facebook post that was unrelated to school.

This post was about a situation that occurred at 5:30 (after school hours) at my niece's dance gym. It had absolutely nothing to do with school. My principal thought it was about her and went to the school board after I told her it wasn't about her and requested a hearing and suspension... View More

Charles Joseph Stiegler
Charles Joseph Stiegler
answered on Apr 10, 2017

This question depends on many factors, including whether you are a member of a union and what the school board policies are in your parish (I am assuming you are a public school teacher). You should contact a local employment lawyer quickly to act to preserve your job.

1 Answer | Asked in Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: I have filed a defamation lawsuit with the clerk, 3/23/2017. When can I expect a ruling?

Federal Court, Eastern District of Louisiana, suit v. City of New Orleans

Charles Joseph Stiegler
Charles Joseph Stiegler
answered on Mar 30, 2017

You are getting far ahead of yourself. It sounds like you need some basic information on federal civil procedure and how the legal process works. You should contact the clerk of court and ask if they have information or pamphlets for self-represented litigants (also called "pro se"... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Constitutional Law and Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: Can text messaging from a witness be construed as deposition?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Mar 29, 2017

No but it's a statement and should be saved at all costs.Phones get wet. Information gets wiped out.

2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Legal Malpractice and Libel & Slander for Louisiana on
Q: I was sued ifor over $24,900 for a $5,100 loan (estimate) A vehicle was repossessed for collateral in 2003. Is it legal?

Lawsuit in 2003, 1999 truck repossessed in 2004, default judgement in 2003..Revived judgement in 2012 & wage garnishment after my wife (married 2012) in 2015 for community regime . Claims to not have sold vehicle for collateral .. Is this legal ? I ordered a car fax & vehicle was sold less... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 3, 2016

You need to consult someone who represents consumers. Go to www.naca.net

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