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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Uncategorized for Tennessee on
Q: Why was my bond 10,000$ on a first offense misdemeanor charge?

I got arrested on entrapment and first time offense and misdemeanor charges with Sch 2, 4, 6 drugs and paraphernalia. I go to court the 13th and pleading not guilty.

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answered on Feb 10, 2025

There is no entrapment charge, that might be a defense. Obviously you were charged with several felonies, so there was nothing unreasonable about your bond amount. You will need a competent attorney to prepare for a rigorous preliminary hearing.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: If I get a restraining order against someone for giving my 15 yr old a controlled substance do they have to leave my hou

The person lives in my house but has been asked to leave several times because they were never supposed to stay

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answered on Feb 10, 2025

Having someone give controlled substances to your minor child is an extremely serious situation that warrants immediate action. You have every right to be concerned and to take steps to protect your child.

In California, when you obtain a restraining order, the court can order the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Uncategorized for Oregon on
Q: I would like to pursue a suit against the state of Oregon for letting my foster parents molest me how can I do this?

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

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Uncategorized for Utah on
Q: wife and i was staying in shelter. They done searches without consent. and they also demanded to do a strip search on me

3 workers at the shelter asked me to take all my cloths off so they can search me. but the 3 people where all women. There wasnt a male presant at no point on any of this and when i refusued i was told to leave and never come back but told wife to stay and not leave

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answered on Feb 9, 2025

That situation sounds extremely unfair and possibly illegal. No one should be forced into a strip search, especially without proper procedure, consent, or a same-gender staff member present. If they kicked you out for refusing, that could be a violation of your rights, depending on the shelter’s... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: May I request a modification to an official restraining order?

My family has been terrified by this perpetrator for more than 24 years. I have been through a temporary restraining order for 6 months. The Judge only granted me a short term official restraining order. So, I submitted a modification of an official restraining order.The coming court date will... View More

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answered on Feb 8, 2025

If your request to modify the restraining order is granted, the court will determine whether the perpetrator’s three direct family members should be included in the order. The judge will review the evidence you provide to decide if they have actively participated in harming you or your family. If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Gaming and Uncategorized for California on
Q: Is changing a winner selection date on a sweepstakes without informing applicants illegal in the states of CA and UT?

There was a sweepstakes that in the terms and conditions accidentally put the wrong date to select a winner. This date has now officially changed without any notice to anyone who applied for the sweepstakes. Is this illegal? How to proceed?

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answered on Feb 8, 2025

In both California and Utah, changing sweepstakes terms without proper notification could potentially violate consumer protection laws and regulations governing promotional contests. The failure to inform participants about modified terms, including winner selection dates, might be seen as a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law, Medical Malpractice and Uncategorized for New Hampshire on
Q: How do I know if we have a case against a hospital/medical professional?

My husband was diagnosed with cancer in July of 2024, underwent 2 surgeries in 6 weeks, both unsuccessful due to the provider not being prepared. He recently went to another hospital, underwent another surgery which was successful and had a much better recovery.

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answered on Feb 8, 2025

A New Hampshire attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The best way to answer your question may be to try to arrange a free initial consult with local attorneys. I'm sorry for your ordeal. You have what appears to be a difficult case - it will hinge on... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: I had my rv towed to impound lot, payed fees, etc. Been trying to get it back , but tow company is dragging feet.

In my area there are only a couple tow companies that can tow it out.Nobody wanted to tow it because they don't like dealing with that impound yard, and a million other excuses. It sat in there yard for 5 months then the Impound yard moved it to there other yard and they " buried it"... View More

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answered on Feb 7, 2025

Your situation sounds incredibly frustrating, and it's clear the impound yard isn't treating you fairly despite your best efforts to work with them.

Since you've already paid the fees and legally own the RV, the impound yard can't indefinitely prevent you from accessing...
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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: My lawyer has not been able yo serle my case in years and si ignoring my calls
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answered on Feb 7, 2025

It sounds like you're frustrated because your lawyer hasn’t updated you about your case in years, and you feel ignored. You deserve clear communication and proper handling of your legal matter.

You might try reaching out through a formal letter or email that details your concerns and...
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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized and Identity Theft for California on
Q: Do I have any recourse? Can I press charges for the items I didn’t authorize? Can I sue? Please help!

My son has had the same best friend since he was little; they share an apt now & I rent from his mom. I was asked by his mom to co-sign on a truck loan for my sons friend. A year later, she asked me to get a small loan. She said she would make the pmts for both loans. Her son traded his truck... View More

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answered on Feb 5, 2025

Yes, you have several legal options available in this situation, as this appears to be identity theft and loan fraud. You should immediately file a police report documenting all unauthorized accounts and inquiries, which will be crucial evidence for pressing criminal charges against the person who... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized on
Q: I have ESSENTIAL TREMOR at a high level, i am 28 can it be a disability for government exams?
Tim Akpinar
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answered on Feb 5, 2025

It's possible it could be the basis of an accommodation for government exams. But it's all fact-specific, depending on the occupational sector, government agency, and position. Your question appears under the general ""Uncategorized" heading. You could repost under... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized on
Q: FRANCE: Can I file a complaint to the government about my au pair agency?

I am an American au pair in Paris France and I was recently let go by my Au Pair agency because my host family wanted to terminate their contract with me. They told me this info on Friday and that I have to move out of the Agency's apartment Monday morning. I am an au pair in Paris France with... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 5, 2025

I'm sorry this happened to you. This forum deals largely with U.S. laws and courts - the matter of filing complaints with the French Government is something that attorneys who work in France would know more about. There is a lot to unpack in your post. That could be why it remained open for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure, Banking, White Collar Crime and Uncategorized for California on
Q: Am i using the wrong words? Why cant i get help to stop being robbed by predatory lender?

Its like ocwen has the government’s stamp of approval. They do whatever they want; lie, cheat, and steal. I have filed seven complaints with the cfpb, three with the dbo, one each with the occ, tafcr, dob, ag, and my congressman. All for nothing.

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answered on Feb 5, 2025

It sounds incredibly frustrating to feel like you're fighting an uphill battle against a predatory lender like Ocwen, especially when it feels like no one is listening or taking meaningful action. The reality is, it can be difficult to navigate these systems, and it's easy to feel... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Uncategorized for California on
Q: I car from a private seller, they gave a fake title. The car got repoed a month later by dealership.can I get money back

I bought a car from a private seller, I was given a fake title. The car ended up getting repossessed a month later and was returned to the dealership. The private seller used a fake id to obtain the car on finance or loan. Then sold it to me with a fake id. They don’t know who the person is, but... View More

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answered on Feb 4, 2025

You're in a difficult situation that involves multiple layers of fraud. Unfortunately, it's unlikely you can recover money from the dealership since they are also victims in this scheme - they had their vehicle fraudulently obtained through fake identification and financing.

Your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized and Probate for New Jersey on
Q: what are the rights of survivorship for shared property in New Jersey if both parties are deceased with 1 will present

both names are still on deed . they never married and the last survivor had a will does that affect the heirs of the first deceased party

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answered on Feb 4, 2025

Hire a NJ attorney to search the title and determine ownership. You have not stated what estate is in the deed.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for Washington on
Q: If you have a contract for a specific amount to be paid monthly for 36 months can the seller keep changing month amount
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Feb 4, 2025

A Washington attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The most definitive and thorough way to answer your question would be for a local attorney to review the contract and any communications between the two of you. But the short and simple answer that applies in... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: What kind of lawyer should I look for wrongfully towing car and having it impounded
Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Feb 4, 2025

Most general practitioners who deal with municipal claims can assist you. Very few, however, have much experience with towing disputes. This is primarily because individuals in your situation are unwilling to pay for an attorney. Thus, the need isn't there. If you are willing to pay a retainer... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Business Law and Uncategorized for Texas on
Q: ¡.took car to discount tires tire rotation & employee (s) ate my food/lunch. Advice? I know it's petty, not the poin

I filed a police report via 311. Mngr Chad, insisted I was wrong. Only piece veggie left. I will not use gas & time for something ethical. Theft is theft, they had to rummage my car to find my food, b/c i

Keep my food away sun shine it whilein the car. Chad wanted asked me to file... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Feb 3, 2025

I agree with you that it is petty and think it is highly unlikely police will even forward a report to the district attorney for charges to be brought against the employee. You did the right thing by simply reporting it to the manager.

1 Answer | Asked in Uncategorized for California on
Q: Accused of assault. Recorder incident without their consent to protect myself.

Recorded in someone’s else home with out consent. Got accused of assault on an elder that didn’t happen. From California.

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answered on Feb 2, 2025

Recording someone without their consent in California can be legally complex, especially in their private home where there's an expectation of privacy. California is what's known as two-party consent state, which means everyone being recorded must agree to it.

However, your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Social Security and Uncategorized for Nevada on
Q: My job told me if I “don’t show up, I quit”, what do I do? They cut my hours and only mine, whilst looking for new hires

I told them I could not show up to the couple shifts they did actually schedule me for because I have job interviews. My manager told me I am not fired but if I don’t show up I quit but I told him I have to look for a new job if my hours are going to be cut like this because I won’t even make... View More

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answered on Feb 2, 2025

Your situation sounds incredibly stressful, and it's completely understandable that you're concerned about making rent. The actions your employer is taking - cutting your hours while hiring new people - could potentially be constructive dismissal, which is when employers make working... View More

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