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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Ohio on
Q: I went through a humiliation in a WhatsApp group, I scheduled a procedure with someone and they came to humiliate me in

I went through a humiliation in a WhatsApp group, I scheduled a procedure with someone and they came to humiliate me in a WhatsApp group because I didn't show up, I paid in full for the service but even so she humiliated me, I'm suffering a lot therefore

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 28, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Unfortunately, despite the bad treatment from the person, a practical legal recourse could be difficult - law firms don't usually handle such matters on a contingency basis. You could reach out to attorneys to try to... View More

Q: If my job doesn't initially test for THC but than an accident occurs and THC comes up is it legal terminate/suspend you?

Basically we don't initially get drug tested for THC until an accident occurs and if THC comes up they either terminate you or fire you depending on who you are is this legal?

Nicholas P. Weiss
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answered on Jun 8, 2023

Yes. Ohio employers may terminate for THC in your system. There are no protections for employees in Ohio for use of marijuana, even medical marijuana.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: When a child is assaulted does the cops HAVE to prove maliciousness in order to prosecut the attacker?

My 13 yr old son was physically attacked by a Walmart employee, when the cop got there he said he sees what happened but it was not enough to prove the attackers maliciousness and advised me just to file a claim with Walmart. I wanted the employee charged because my son is a minor, he's... View More

Patrick DiChiro
Patrick DiChiro
answered on May 17, 2023

Maliciousness is not an element of an Assault case. All that is necessary is that you prove that a person knowingly caused or attempted to cause physical harm to another without the other person's consent. So, malice is not an element.

I hope that answers your questions. Without...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Im a pro se claimant with the district court. I filed an initial complaint over civil rights violations a 1983.

I received an R and R of dismissal. I filed an objection. Then filed a motion to amend and amended complaint. What would be the reason the court failed to respond by the dealine to respond....

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Mar 11, 2023

The court does not have to respond. Whomever you sued does. There could a lot of reasons they didn’t. Do you have service on all the defendants?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights and Environmental for Ohio on
Q: My step mom is not the very nicest person and she likes to yell and degrade me. i dont know what to do

She has threaten to take my door off the hinges and scream at me for saying she is invading my privacy as a human. She screams at me saying that my privacy doesnt matter because it is her house. She has gaslighted me multiple times and she refuses to give me money out of MY OWN bank account so i... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Feb 6, 2023

Talk to your father. Ohio does not allow emancipation of a minor in such situations.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Family Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Ohio on
Q: I am 16 and from ohio, my friends sometimes buy me stuff is my step mom allowed to open my mail if its not hers?
Troy J Doucet
Troy J Doucet
answered on Feb 6, 2023

Yes. Whether or not she has any custodial rights over you, your father can certainly open your mail. He can then delegate that right to your step mom, so she can also open it without permission.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: My daughters name was found to be on a students hit list.

Her name was on a students hit list. The school has a zero tolerance policy and only suspended the student for 10 days with a potential expulsion based on a closed door expulsion hearing that we are not allowed to go to. What would be our best avenue for how to handle this legally potentially... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Nov 17, 2022

Talk to your local county prosecutors office, which might want investigate and will decide whether to pursue a criminal action. Then use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local attorney who handles civil litigation cases.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Four months ago my husband left me and took my dog which is registered in my name I want it back police won’t help

The police say it’s a civil matter. He brought two policemen to our house and took the dog. I asked the police why they were there and they said he wanted no fight. We hadn’t fought and don’t have a history of that so I was confused. They then said he told them it was his ptsd dog. He’s... View More

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answered on Nov 9, 2022

You need to file for divorce and seek the dog as a marital asset.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Communications Law for Ohio on
Q: If a case is pending, how do I find out?

Case information, local or moved to federal level.

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Aug 30, 2022

Most court websites have docket search features which allow you to search for cases by party name. The federal courts have a service called PACER which allows you to do so for all federal courts as well.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Domestic Violence for Ohio on
Q: I am looking for a lawyer who will prosecute up to 3 union county deputies.

I apologize if this goes to Akron its fighting me to send this to Marysville.

Roger  Bouchard
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Roger Bouchard
answered on Jul 24, 2022

Call the UnionCounty prosecutors office.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Can police seize your cell phone without a warrant in Ohio?

Someone called police and said there was a body at a house and said it was my grandson that called. It wasn’t we heard recordings and he was with me all that night.

Roger  Bouchard
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Roger Bouchard
answered on Jul 14, 2022

If the police have probable cause to believe that the cell phone was used for a crime, or contains evidence for a crime, they may seize it.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Traffic Tickets and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Did law enforcement need to get a new warrant because the vehicle was transfered in my name a hr.before the search?

I bought and titled the vehicle before the search. Dont they have to get a new warrant since the target vehicle changed ownership

?

Roger  Bouchard
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Roger Bouchard
answered on Jul 10, 2022

The warrant relates to the car as owned at the time when it was issued. Therefore the popo does not need to get a new warrant for a vehicle that transferred ownership while under the original warrant.

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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Ohio on
Q: police said they was not searching my property until 1130 I have radio transmissions proving they lied can I do anything

I have radio transcripts of the whole night every officer using radio to call in items to check if the items was stolen before they had a warrant and stated under oath they was not searching until 1130pm call logs was before that

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Jun 28, 2022

You can share this information with your lawyer who may be able to use it to file a motion to suppress evidence and/or leverage a better deal.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: I’m looking for a public defender to represent me in a civil court traffic case which I have jury trial in October

I feel I’m being wrongfully sued for 25,000. Trail is in Butler County Ohio. I am nervous and don’t know where to start. if someone could point me in the right direction, I’d greatly appreciate it.

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Apr 27, 2022

The Public Defender's Office represents indigent folks in criminal cases, not civil. Your local Legal Aid society is the place to contact for civil matters, if you are unable to afford representation in a civil matter. I am not sure if they will traffic matter but its worth reaching out to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: If you win an appeal in the supreme court,can you sue for civil rights violations??
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Mar 9, 2022

Perhaps, it depends on the reason for the win.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Can I take my baby mom to court so that I could claim my kids on taxes every other year?

They live with her but I am a very present father. I do more for them than I do for myself. Anything they need I always buy.

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answered on Feb 3, 2022

If you pay child support, you may be able to make an argument to claim one or more of the children, but it will be a fact-determination by the court.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Would a disorderly conduct prevent me from owning a firearm in Ohio?

If it does is there anything I can do to get that removed?

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Feb 2, 2022

A disorderly conduct conviction will not keep you from owning a firearm. It might be a problem with the sheriff, if you want a CCW license. But you can always have the record sealed later and that generally alleviates the sheriff's concerns on minor offenses.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: How can I get someone to move out as quickly as possible?

They don't pay rent, they have no bills in their name. They do have msik that goes to that address in their name

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 14, 2022

You must evict them. Check your local court for the process, or use the Find a Lawyer tab to retain a local real estate attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Products Liability and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Is there anything I can do if I find a broken crack pipe in the used shoes I purchased?

Yesterday, I went to the mall and bought a pair of used Jordan’s. I was only able to try on the shoe that was on display. When I got home and put my feet in my shoes I felt something at the tip of my feet. When I pulled it out it was a broken used glass pipe.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jan 12, 2022

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The answer to your question could depend on the extent of injury. I hope you were not hurt. The best way to answer your question could be to reach out to Ohio law firms. If you have medical records, such as hospital... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Ohio on
Q: Hello I'm 15 now and I read about a emancipation I was wondering how I could do that because my parents are to strict

My mom uses my diabetes as a excuse for me not to walk places even though I have a phone if something bad happens then she said if I get a job and buy my own car and get a license she is going to call the police if i go somewhere by car or walk but I would be 16 when I do all this and what would... View More

Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
answered on Jan 4, 2022

Every teen thinks their parents are too strict. But Ohio does not allow a minor to seek emancipation. Emancipation cannot be accomplished by an act of the child alone. Emancipation is generally through the act of the child's parents regarding terminating child support for that child. A... View More

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