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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
How can I go about recovering money for services rendered in an abandoned RV? It is stored currently in CA but is registered in CT. The owner is also in bankruptcy. The RV isn't worth much ~ so I'm not really interested in taking possession. Is there a other way to recover my money? I... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2024
To recover money for services rendered in California, you have a few options, but the owner's bankruptcy and out-of-state vehicle registration complicate the situation. Here are some steps you can consider:
1. File a mechanic's lien: In California, you may be able to file a... 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
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
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
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
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
They have two diff dept working in silo and didnt know my apt was being rented out and saying just found out. And so they are daying i need to pay the sublet fee for last four years.
answered on Dec 20, 2024
This is not my area of practice, but you've been awaiting a response for a month. At this point, you could consider reaching out to landlord-tenant attorneys to review your matter and associated paperwork. They would have insight into this type of situation. You probably already feel it's... View More
Too many to list, I have dates and video documentation of all the issues I found. I've given this shop several chances to make it right and now my vehicle has more problems.
answered on Dec 19, 2024
Yes, you can sue for damages in California if a repair shop's work caused problems with your vehicle or failed to properly fix existing issues. This falls under both breach of contract and potential negligence claims, especially if you can prove the shop's work directly led to additional... View More
I put over 14k into this vehicle and go to register it and the dmv tells me it was stolen from another state. It was a rental car. Major front end damage. I previously took the paperwork to the dmv to register it, paid all the fees but still needed to smog it. Got it smogged and went back to have... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2024
You have legal recourse in this unfortunate situation, and you should act quickly to protect your interests. The tow yard may be liable for selling you stolen property, regardless of whether they knew its status at the time of sale.
Your first step should be gathering all documentation... View More
Even though A judge dismisses my case for obstruction of justice, this caused me significant emotional distress and financial hardship. The actions of their officers were unjust, especially during an already devastating time in my life.On January 1, 2024, my brother tragically passed away in a car... View More
answered on Dec 15, 2024
Based on your description, you may have grounds for legal action if you can prove you and your car were at home during the alleged accident time. Having concrete evidence of your whereabouts could help establish your innocence and support potential claims for emotional distress and wrongful... View More
Alright I found this flashdrive in there car and decided to see what they had on it.. which I know Is bad but I found a video of the Jalisco cartel making a speech, I cannot find the video anywhere else so.. I think this was recorded or something. what should I do?
answered on Dec 14, 2024
This is potentially serious evidence of criminal activity that should be handled carefully for your safety. I strongly recommend not viewing any additional content on the drive, as it could contain illegal material.
You should contact your local FBI field office or law enforcement... View More
Arrested for stealing the vehicle
answered on Dec 13, 2024
I'm sorry for your ordeal with the car purchase. Ordinarily, the seller's recourses in this type of setting are usually civil remedies (collection, breach of contract lawsuit, repossession - depending on the nature of the underlying agreement, financing terms, etc.). Something like this... View More
I was with my ex for 4 months. My boss gave me permission to work remotely and I was going to leave KS and move to NC. My BF at the time begged me to stay and so I did. I have no found out that his is a pathological liar and cheater. I have a history going back to 2018 of the tricks he plays on... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2024
A Kansas attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. I'm sorry for your ordeal. Unfortunately, this does not look like something that a law firm could pursue in a practical or cost-effective manner. That's only my individual opinion. You could try to set up a... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2024
Hire a lawyer to represent you at the VOP. You may have to serve a large part of your Sentence.
Our electric company has shut off our power for "high winds" but we haven't had wind for about 12 hours, we also noticed only certain sections and houses on certain streets dont have power but other areas do, including businesses. They're now telling us our power won't be... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
Under California law, you have several important rights and options when dealing with extended power outages. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) requires utility companies to maintain reliable service and properly notify customers of planned outages.
You should start by... View More
On 01/15/24, my wife and I gave away (0$) our vehicle registered in her name via a bill of sale. The car was junk and did not work. Since then, the vehicle was fixed and sold to another owner without registering with the CA DMV. This was only made aware to me by toll charges being sent to my new... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
You need to take immediate action to protect yourself from potential liability since your license plate is being used without authorization. In California, you remain legally responsible for any violations, tolls, or accidents involving a vehicle displaying your plates - even after selling the car.... View More
an insured driver on the policy. The police report clearly shows she is at fault. I only carried liability only at the time.
What can I do to have her fix my vehicle?
answered on Dec 11, 2024
You have several options to pursue compensation for your vehicle damage in this situation. Even though the insurance company denied the claim, you can still hold both the driver and the vehicle owner (her father) legally responsible.
Your first step should be to file a claim directly... View More
They are coming through my living room. Are there any laws stating a driveway cannot exit facing directly at a home in PA? Like 500 sets of headlights are coming directly into my living room window/day. Thank you
answered on Dec 11, 2024
A Pennsylvania attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney who could advise definitively on any applicable zoning, land use, building, or traffic codes, it is probably unlikely that there are laws in place to... View More
i haven't reach out to them yet.
answered on Dec 11, 2024
An attorney who practices in employment law/retirement benefits could advise best, but you await a response for a week. There's a section here for employment law. Some questions do go unanswered on this forum, but if you wanted to repost and add "Employment Law" as a category,... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2024
If you die the payment of alimony dies with you. So you do not have to worry about that. Good luck and enjoy your life.
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