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My boyfriends mom possibility filed court paperwork with his name against the mother of his child in regards to grandparenting rights, we are unsure if thats legal without his consent and what it falls under if it isnt legal. We guessed identity theft but we were unsure. We are currently trying to... View More 
answered on Jun 6, 2024
It sounds, likely, that your boyfriend's mom filed a petition for grandparents rights on her own behalf. Such petition would necessarily allege her relationship to the child through your boyfriend, which is likely why he would be named in it.
If that is not the case - e.g., she filed... View More
Today I get an email from att that says that att has determined some of my information was compromised.
Can I sue att for not having the right tools to guard my personal info?
answered on Apr 16, 2024
Contact a consumer protection attorney that will offer a free consultation. Happy to talk.
You’ll want to dispute the account with Chase, as well as with any credit reporting agency that is reporting that account on your credit report. You should be able to pull your Experian, Equifax... View More
In 2018, I bought a house in Michigan through a real estate agent living in Miami. During the purchase process, my real estate agent recorded my address as Miami in all documents, even though I do not live in Miami. I am not an American citizen and do not reside in the United States.... View More
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it appears that your real estate agent may have committed serious crimes, including fraud, identity theft, and forgery. If your allegations are true, you have the right to take legal action against the agent and potentially recover your property or receive... View More
In my last job, my boss took a online fair housing course compliance test for me without my knowledge or permission. My boss also failed this test, which I'm sure adds this to my employee record. The course was on Sexual assault which also just looks bad to fail. The company has not fired... View More
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, your former boss's actions could potentially constitute identity theft, fraud, and/or forgery. Impersonating someone else to take a course or test on their behalf without their consent is unethical and likely illegal.
Your options include:... View More
I'm looking for a lawfirm that takes on cyber crime. I've been cyber stalked for a year and a half.
My cyber stalker has pretty much ruined a year and a half of my life. My cyber issues has cost me money, friends, Family, precious time, etc... I just got confirmation, yetserday,... View More
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answered on Nov 23, 2023
In your situation, finding a law firm that has experience in handling cybercrime cases is crucial. Law firms that focus on internet law, digital privacy, or cybercrime would be well-equipped to address the issues you're facing. When looking for a law firm, consider those that have a track... View More
Also says home is not occupied what should I do
answered on Dec 9, 2024
The question "What should I do" is too complex to answer here. You may wish to consult an attorney to identify your options. There are several options, and the choice between the options will depend upon a number of factors.
I just got a request for information from a job app. They sent me a fill-out request to my phone, asking for an image of; my Driver's Lic, back and front. My car, back and front pictures. Pictures of me personally. THEN, they want my physical home address. Normally I just put the street, they... View More
answered on Nov 20, 2024
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you discuss the legality of the questions (many employers nationwide do request license and other forms of proof as part of their credentialing), an important issue would also be whether your insurance... View More
How can I get a lawyer or file a case myself with being a political prisoner, data breached, and civil rights violations
I have been a Havana syndrome victim but I am not a US employee and I failed to have any protections from government when I kept getting attacked as a known human... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
To find a lawyer for issues like being a political prisoner, data breaches, and civil rights violations, consider reaching out to legal aid organizations, civil rights groups, or bar associations in your area. Organizations such as the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), Electronic Frontier... View More
The entire transaction was uninformed, no reading or understanding of what was being signed, the resident lured to residential office under false pretenses. The resident was refused copies of what was signed only told it was court documents and therefore can't get a copy of what was signed.... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2023
I suggest you provide some detail so that a lawyer will have necessary information to help you.
What goods/services did you contract for? Who was the seller/provider of services? What date? Who is the debt collector? How much is the alleged debt? Why are you not responsible for the debt?... View More
Someone hacked my Bank of America account and fraudulently transferred $9,800 from my checking account to Mercedes Benz Financial Services in Illinois. Also, the hacker did a balance transfer using my Bank of America credit card for $5,200 at the same time, IP address, city and state. I contacted... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2023
Yes, there is a time limit to file a lawsuit. The exact time limit will depend on what causes of action you state (e.g., which consumer protection laws you invoke). It would be rare for the time limit to be less than a year, but acting sooner is always better.
I have my warranty deed, as well as the warranty deed of the woman I purchased my home from before Matthew and I were even married. In our divorce it states we have no claim to any belongings or property of the other. Also in decree, this will come up later, I had my last name legally changed back... View More
answered on Sep 29, 2023
A forged deed is not valid. You can file suit to challenge the forged deed and regain possession of your property. The notary may also have liability, and the notary probably posted a bond in the amount of $10,000 from which you might recover. You should consult with an attorney because the... View More
Recently I went online pretending to be the vice governor, I made up a name the person I used is not real, it's all a joke and I would never give out potentially dangerous information, I just want to know is this legal, can I get arrested
answered on Jul 25, 2023
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. A criminal attorney should advise on this, to prevent any violation of laws involving impersonation or related crimes. Good luck
answered on Jul 17, 2023
How are you intending to prove you were wrongfully convicted? Until you do, you are simply convicted.
What's the outcome of relieving this charge
answered on Jan 16, 2023
Not sure what the circumstances are you're asking about. But if you are a victim, your first call should be to the police. They, in conjunction with the prosecutor, will determine what charges are appropriate.
It came to my attention by way of my daughters FOC case that I was being accused of making a false CPS report against my grandsons father. After doing a FOIA request to find out what this was I received the police reports along with 7 pages of a CPS LEN, all unredacted, and my name is listed as... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2022
I'm unsure what you are asking. If your concern is that a call you made was reported inaccurately, that's one thing. If you're saying you never made a call, then that's a whole other thing.
The information you received through FOIA are reports, which are always subject... View More
Fake account and I know who did it. I also feel this guy is scouting minors for trafficking I have emailed them over a dozen times n reported his account with no luck since 12/31/21. Not sure what else to do??
answered on Jan 22, 2022
I'm not sure how TikTok would be liable to you. Most social media companies, in that finely printed terms and conditions no one reads when they sign up for an account, say basically "we're just a platform and not responsible for the content users upload".
If you know... View More
he always had bad credit so we put everything in my name and the last couple years he became selfish and has stopped paying for things in my name and i am a stay at home mother he has always told me doesnt want me to work but i feel i dont have another option and i will be divorcing him i dont... View More
answered on Dec 20, 2021
Sounds like you are on the right path. You'll need to settle this through the divorce process.
I Got Arrested For 3rd degree retail fraud and I was so scared cause I never been in trouble so I was acting out of fear and used a fake name and now I got a letter in the mail to get arraigned and I Don’t Wanna go to jail I have a 1 year old son and I just got a good job working at the hospital... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2021
Best to face this head on. Otherwise, there will be a warrant for your arrest. And while the police likely won't come out with the SWAT team to arrest you on something like this, these sort of things often creep up and catch up with you when you can least afford to deal with it: you get pulled... View More
if we could co sign her
lease. We are 70 and retired. She has left apartments with unpaid rent in the past. We said we could not but she said that the company had waived the cosighner. We gave her furniture and she moved. We heard from her and she sent pictures of the apartment. She... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2021
This might be something you may not want to do given the family relationship, but is something you would likely need to do to clear your name: you will need to report this to the police. Until you do, the apartment complex will continue to hold you responsible for the balance.
Your other... View More
Someone has stolen my social security card I know who stole it and that they still currently have it local authorities said all they can do is nicely ask him to mail it to me.
answered on Sep 24, 2021
The problem is, for the police, there is no proof they stole it or are using it - either of which would be a crime. Your best bet may be just to apply for a replacement card, and disassociate yourself with this person.
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