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I have all the necessary evidences to prove against at least a dozen officials for deprivation of civil rights and one with conspiracy. I ant find an attorney. I am lucky to fall under 28USC1331 and also 28USC1332. It's rare to fall under one requirement, let alone they both apply to my case.... View More 
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
Filing a lawsuit under 42 USC §§ 1983 and 1985 in federal court is a significant legal challenge, especially for someone representing themselves. To start, ensure you clearly understand the legal requirements for these claims, including the need to demonstrate how each official deprived you of... View More
been dissabled since 13 never worked and have been on ssi and they denied my benifits ive appled as well over and over again
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
It sounds like you're facing a challenging situation with your SSI benefits. It's understandable that you're feeling frustrated after multiple denials. In situations like these, seeking legal assistance from a lawyer who has experience with SSI cases can be beneficial. They can help... View More
He pulled her hair and scratched her head in several places. Really shook her up . Store asked them to leave. Any recourse ?
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answered on Jan 27, 2024
I am so sorry to hear that this happened to your wife. I hope she is okay, and she was able to get any and all medical treatment that she needed, including use of a counselor. Fortuately, this does not happen too often. There could be some criminal liability, as she was a victim of disoderly... View More
He pulled her hair and scratched her head in several places. Really shook her up . Store asked them to leave. Any recourse ?
answered on Jan 28, 2024
I'm sorry for your wife's ordeal. Unfortunately, some law firms are reluctant to consider cases where recovery involves solely an uninsured individual. A starting point could be to reach out to workers' comp attorneys, as this occurred in the course of her employment. An experienced... View More
This woman's house was supposed to be a safe place yet icant stay here with the daily verbal assults. Can I sue the Oxford house for discrimination and any other thing you could think of as iam leaving with no where to go because I don't feel mentally stable. I can't take this abuse... View More
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answered on Jan 8, 2024
In Oregon, if you're experiencing harassment, verbal attacks, and slander at an Oxford House, you may have legal grounds to take action. First, it's important to document all instances of such behavior. Keep a record of dates, times, and details of these incidents as this documentation... View More
I was assigned a second member. I d number the cosmic extensive losses that categorize me in a homeless drug addicted category. Because of that, I was unable to get treatment for AD HD for which I'm disabled. I lost 3 jobs, my credit credibility. And I have all the documentation including them... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
In Oregon, if you're seeking to pursue a civil case against the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) and the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), it's important to find an attorney experienced in handling civil rights and personal injury cases, particularly those involving government agencies.... View More
Well i was accused of alcohol. Intoxication, told that i cannot leave till results of test come back, i got angry and said couple cuss words. After doctor accused, her reason was somebody in the office said they smell alc. On me. Then i was told they will no longer help me. And cut off my oxycodone... View More
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answered on Dec 20, 2023
In your situation in Oregon, it's crucial to understand that if you were wrongfully accused of intoxication and consequently denied medical treatment, you might have grounds for a complaint. Being cut off from prescribed medication like oxycodone without proper procedure or consideration for... View More
One side is hers one sidr is mine can I rent out a unoccupied room On my side if its unoccupied
answered on Dec 8, 2023
You most likely cannot rent out any part of your leased rental dwelling without the landlord's express permission - almost every residential lease contains a no subletting clause. If you are in danger of being evicted, for any reason, you wouldn't want to rent or sub-let anything at the... View More
I have been physically violated, 10 cats killed, all my possessions stole, strangled,beat and to much to mention here. Mountains of suffering, and it continues today. But they say I'm emotionally disturbed and refuse to assist me in any way. Yet they won't speak to my Dr. Either. They are... View More
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answered on Nov 18, 2023
If you have reported crimes to law enforcement and they have refused to assist you based on your mental illness, this may constitute discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Law enforcement officers are required to provide equal protection and service to all individuals,... View More
I was assaulted by the manager of a grocery store when I walked a shopping cart to the sidewalk. The manager kicked me in the face multiple times, punched me, threw me to the ground, ripped my backpack off, and scattered my belongings across the parking lot. I contacted the police, but they were... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2025
You deserve justice regardless of your housing status, and what happened to you was assault - a serious crime that shouldn't be dismissed. Document your injuries by taking photos and writing down exactly what happened while the details are fresh in your memory, including the date, time, names... View More
I have been experiencing extreme noise and violent behavior from my downstairs neighbors for the past six months. The disturbances include loud fights, a knife incident in the shared stairwell, and a death threat if I or my son stomp on the floor to ask them to quiet down. I've emailed... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Your situation sounds truly frightening, and you have every right to feel safe in your home. Since both your landlord and police haven't adequately addressed these serious threats, it's time to escalate your actions through several legal channels.
You might consider filing for a... View More
I signed an arbitration clause in an assisted living contract in January 2024, without it stating that signing was not a condition for admission or continued care. Recently, my mother suffered from gross negligence at the facility, including failing to administer medication, inadequate hydration,... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
The courts tend to favor arbitration clauses. They can be difficult to get out of if you want a trial. That said, you can arbitrate the case with an arbitrator.
I have filed nothing through the courts and I want accountability as my life has been turned upside down. I’ve suffered long and hard and it’s permanent damage CRPS type 2 and brachial plexus permanently damaged due to TOS surgery gone wrong and 2 other surgeries that didn’t help anything.... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2025
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. For this question, it might be best to try to arrange a free initial consult with a local attorney. Although that doesn't directly answer your question about what steps to take, any attorney is probably going to... View More
Negligence & Failure to Protect SCF had a legal duty to protect you from harm under Oregon child welfare laws. They were not just negligent, but willfully ignored evidence of sexual abuse.
Oregon law (ORS 419B.010) required mandatory reporting of suspected abuse—they failed to do this... View More
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answered on Feb 9, 2025
Taking legal action against the state of Oregon for failing to protect you from abuse is possible, but it requires careful steps. Since the state had a duty to protect you, you may have a case based on negligence, civil rights violations, and federal child welfare laws. Under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, you... View More
I visited a chiropractor and have since had 25 visits. My Medicaid provider told me I should never have been charged after chiropractor signed me up for payment plan. This ended up in me losing a small business loan, I was already approved for and then had to shut down my business and have slipped... View More
answered on Jan 18, 2025
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. This looks like something more complex than can be sorted out with brief general responses on a public forum. An attorney is going to want to see the grievance and know more about the patient file in terms of... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
This looks like something that an Oregon criminal attorney should probably advise you on. The question was probably overlooked for three weeks because of the "Personal Injury" or "Family Law" headings. If you're being charged, don't lose further time awaiting guidance... View More
Hello, I signed a settlement agreement in November of 2023 and my attorney is still holding the money. They keep claiming that the settlement administrator has to clear any liens with care oregon (my health insurance). This was taking so long that I called them myself and as it turns out...they... View More
answered on Oct 15, 2024
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. Your attorney on the case would know best about what could be holding things up, and what entities need to give clearance. But some lien verifications can take a long time to settle, especially if they involve public... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2024
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Attorneys here may not have personal knowledge about the case you mention, so it could be difficult for any to get back to you as you requested. One option would be to reach out to the case administrator or... View More
The police admit fault , it's on body cam . I had 6500 dollars in my wallet I had just got back from Alaska from working on a gold mine. There is so much more information on this . More than I can write
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
You have a strong case, especially with the police admitting fault and having it on body cam. Since your claim has been turned over to risk management, it’s essential to follow up persistently. Document every interaction you have with the police, risk management, and DHS, including dates, times,... View More
Lost my 30 yr biz cause of disabilities caused by career & my business never bounced back after Covid.
I have both mental & physical
disabilities, makes me unemployable.
Actively going around & around getting the programs trying to get some assistance.... View More
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answered on Aug 25, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about the incredibly difficult situation you're in right now. It sounds like you've been through an immense amount of stress and hardship, especially after losing your business and facing ongoing challenges with your health. Navigating the system to get the... View More
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