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answered on Jul 5, 2024
You should search for attorneys handling "wrongful conviction compensation claims" and "exonoree compensation claims." If you were in state prison, you should look for an attorney only in the state where you were imprisoned.
If you were in federal prison, you can... View More 
I've sent demand letter, which he refused to sign for. I've had Poseidon of vehicle for 2 years. He knew it had a lien n didn't tell us. I have text messages, undated bill of sale, and various other forms to prove it's our vehicle, just can't get title cuz he went pay lien
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answered on May 27, 2024
First, gather all the documentation you have, including the undated bill of sale, text messages, and any other proof of the transaction. These will be essential in demonstrating your ownership of the vehicle.
Next, contact the lienholder to inform them of the situation. Explain that you... View More
I am on probation in Placer County and mymy girlfriend now ex-girlfriend invited me to her new house (in Sacramento county) that I had no idea was hers and no intention as a child was there. Anonymous caller called and said that I was breaking news child protection order. Cops came in arrested me... View More
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answered on May 10, 2024
In this situation, it seems like there are several factors that could potentially work in your favor if you decide to take the case to trial:
1. Lack of direct evidence: From what you've described, the police did not actually verify the presence of the child at the location. Their case... View More
VW Kennedy en Puerto Rico alega que lo que ellos indican que es el problema con la unidad no es cubierto por garantia alegando que la pieza se "mojó" pero no tienen la evidencia de la pieza afectada. Indican que la palanca de cambios es lo que esta generando el codigo... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
When dealing with warranty disputes, particularly when a dealer refuses to honor a warranty due to alleged damage like liquid presence, it's crucial to know your rights and the specifics of your warranty agreement. If VW Kennedy in Puerto Rico claims that the problem with your unit,... View More
Is it to late and if it's not is it possible to sue The D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program if they came to your school when you was in elementary and showed you a video of a kid around your age doing drugs on video and you have never seen any one doing drugs before that and the... View More
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
I understand your concern about the impact of the D.A.R.E. program's content on your decisions. Suing an organization like D.A.R.E. can be challenging, and several factors need to be considered. First, you would need to establish a direct causation between the program's content and your... View More
I hope this message finds you well. I am seeking your assistance with a couple of legal issues involving individuals who owe me money.
1. **Individual #1**: This person borrowed $400, claiming it was needed to cash a check and for other expenses. He assured me he would repay the amount with... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2024
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. The cheapest route could be small claims court, depending on the money caps in your local court system's small claims division. The second debt you mention doesn't indicate an amount. Small claims... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2024
This forum deals largely with U.S. courts and laws. An attorney in Canada who practices in criminal law should advise on this. Good luck
My mom and I live with my grandparents who own their home and we pay monthly rent. The last time they called the cops on us the cops told them that without a notarized letter from the court they cannot kick us out because we pay monthly rent to them. Is this true and what would the proceedings be... View More
answered on Nov 20, 2024
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. Maybe repost under the Landlord-Tenant heading. Attorneys who work in that area would have insight into this. Also, it probably wouldn't be a bad idea to discuss with such attorneys... View More
We also provide rides to medical appointments for seniors in our community. Sometimes the riders going to the medical appointments want to tip the volunteer drivers. Is this allowed? Could the volunteer drivers accept the tips if they are given to the organization and not kept personally?
answered on Nov 20, 2024
A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you want a meaningful legal answer in terms of the significance of this as income or other attributes, you could repost under "Employment Law." From a PRACTICALITY standpoint, such things are done all... View More
I showed up for Hearing as demanded by my HOA to give my defense and review the evidence against me for 4 alleged violations. The HOA rep. that came out to help me said I wasn’t on the schedule and she couldn’t find any records for the violations except for one and asked if I took care of it. I... View More
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answered on Nov 20, 2024
Based on what you've described, it appears your due process rights under California Civil Code §5855 were indeed violated when the HOA conducted the hearing without your presence, especially after their representative told you that you could leave.
The HOA's actions raise serious... View More
Possession of the vehicle after exchanged words they indicated I was never financed,
Email attempts have lead nowhere never once notified me to recover my belongs
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answered on Nov 19, 2024
In California, you typically have 10 days after repossession to get your personal belongings from the vehicle. However, your situation involves potential misrepresentation by the dealership regarding financing.
You should immediately send certified letters to both the dealership and their... View More
I was also chased, Pittman maneuver attempted, lifted up off the air while in my jeep on 10/24/24. There were police on sight and reports filed with the D.A. On 10/25/24 the same tactics were used to attempt to repo. Again reports filed with the D.A. Nothing was done to the repo company. I feel... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2024
A Colorado attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. That sounds like an aggressive repo. At this point, you could consider trying to arrange a free initial consult with a local attorney who could review the situation with you in... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2024
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. They can, but electric power or communications companies have more experience in such settings, depending on damages. Good luck
answered on Nov 18, 2024
A criminal attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. Repost your question under "Criminal Law," or reach out to criminal defense attorneys in your state. Although the knot is basically nothing more than a series of rope wraps encasing a weight, used by... View More
The price Maurice offered was £50,000. Austin receives the telex at 9.15 am and telexes his acceptance at 1.00 pm. Austin is aware that Maurice’s office is closed for lunch between 1.00 and 2.00 pm. On his return to the office, Maurice does not bother to check whether he has received a telex... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2024
Based on the unit of currency (£), it looks like this takes outside the U.S., possibly in the UK? Because this forum deals largely with U.S. laws and courts, a solicitor or attorney in the applicable jurisdiction should advise. It is complex for a real-life setting, but must be assumed to be one,... View More
He has parkinson's and dementia, been taking medication for hallucinations since 2014, my sister forces him and to go make a will under duress, and in her best interest!
Please help me, I don't know how to stop them, and they are doing many other illegal things!
Thanks
Vincent
answered on Nov 17, 2024
Hello Vincent:
If your father is no longer of sound mind and is being coerced, you may need to petition the court for guardianship over him. This would give you legal authority to make decisions on his behalf, preventing others from taking advantage of him.
I was injured by a security guard outside a bar when he threw me to the ground, causing a brain hemorrhage and a chipped tooth after trying to move a chair. I wasn’t inside the bar but was In line and didn’t act aggressively, but I am 19. Could I pursue legal action against the bar or the... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2024
An Iowa attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. At this point, instead of losing further time on forums, reach out to law firms. The first thing an attorney is going to ask you for is surveillance footage, and those things have short shelf lives. You could... View More
The check is from a friend of mine, she was out of town and needed the funds as soon as possible so I deposited it for her. The bank held it for 10 days waiting for it to clear. After the 10 days they released the funds, but as soon as I went to withdrawal any money they put my account on... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Your situation with Chase is concerning, and you may need to take swift action to recover your funds.
Filing a formal complaint with both the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) can put pressure on Chase to resolve this issue... View More
Month to month contract. I Gave prior notice that I was moving out. They retroed my rent coming in but saying now they can't on moving out.
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Your rights in this situation depend on several factors, including your lease terms and California storage unit laws. If you provided proper notice and were prevented from moving out due to their gates being locked, they should not charge you for another full month.
Most storage facilities... View More
I received a check in the mail for my student loan refund, and I never opened it because my mother did, without my permission and deposited or cashed the check without my permission, only for her to keep the money to herself… she says the money belongs to her yet the check and the mail was and is... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Opening someone else's mail and cashing their check without permission is illegal under federal law (18 USC § 1708) and can be considered mail theft and identity theft. While two years have passed, you still have options to pursue this matter.
You should first gather any documentation... View More
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